Classification & Pay/RTW Manager

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Supervisor II, Chief, Human Resources Branch, the Supervisor I (Sup I) is the first-level supervisor responsible for the Classification & Pay/RTW Unit in the Human Resources Branch at the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). The Classification & Pay/RTW Unit is responsible for processing CRD’s job announcements and providing direction regarding classifications, salaries, appointments, position control, etc. The Sup I directly supervises a team of analytical staff and performs the most difficult or sensitive work while upholding the State’s Classification Plan and merit-based hiring process. The Sup I is responsible for effectively ensuring personnel practices are in accordance with the appropriate California laws, rules, regulations, policies, and CRD objectives. The Sup I is also responsible for managing the Return-to-Work and Workers’ Compensation programs and ensuring disability leaves, reasonable accommodations, and FMLA/CFRA requests are processed in a timely manner.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

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Working Conditions

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Requires ability to effectively handle stress, and work in a noisy and fast paced environment.
• Requires daily use of a telephone, computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse in a workstation for 6.5 to 7 hours per day.
• Requires ability to complete tasks that require reaching, bending, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties.
• Requires prolonged sitting and/or standing in a workstation for 6.5 to 7 hours per day.
• Requires punctual and regular attendance.
• Requires occasional driving to conduct state business.

Special Requirements

We review your job application to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. Please ensure to provide detailed information in your application.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• 2-3 years of work experience in the Human Resources area of Classification and Pay.
• 1-2 years of work experience in the Human Resources areas of Return-to Work and/or Workers’ Compensation.
• Work experience supervising a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to track and prioritize multiple assignments/projects with competing deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Statement of Qualifications

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
Supervisor I

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the desirable qualifications and demonstrate the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties listed in this bulletin.

Instructions: SOQ must be maximum of two (2) pages, Arial 11-point font, single-spaced, and 1-inch margins. Name and job title/JC number on top right hand corner of document.

Restate the following questions and provide detailed responses:

1. Describe your work experience within the Classification & Pay and Return-to-Work areas in Human Resources.

2. Describe your work experience supervising or leading a professional team, including, but not limited to, setting priorities, assigning work, tracking progress, and ensuring accountability.

3. Give an example of when you worked multiple assignments with competing deadlines. How did you prioritize and manage your time effectively to ensure assignments were completed timely?

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Candidates are REQUIRED to complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to completing a standard State application. Only those candidates who submit all required documents by the filing final date will be considered. Resumes or cover letters DOES NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered. Please see the SOQ instructions below for content and formatting information.