Transactions Supervisor I

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Personnel Supervisor II, the Personnel Supervisor I supervises, trains, provides technical assistance, evaluates, and directs the performance of Personnel Specialists in the preparation, processing, and submission of documents related to a variety of personnel transactions, including payroll and benefits.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this Personnel Supervisor I job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click e to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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Working Conditions

The position is located in:
Sacramento, CA

The Personnel Supervisor II works 40 hours per week, generally in an office setting with elevator access and a cubicle with natural and artificial lighting. The incumbent in this position has frequent contact with DIR staff, representatives from other State agencies, and the public in person, by telephone, and/or email. Much of this contact is of a sensitive and confidential nature. Extensive use of a computer is required. Being in a stationary position for long periods of time.

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:

The incumbent should exercise a high degree of initiative, discretion/confidentiality, independence, reliability, dependability, good judgement, and flexibility in performing a wide variety of duties; should be able to effectively communicate and lead others, and establish/maintain professional relationships at all levels; should possess good work habits, work well under pressure, and adjust positively to changing priorities.

The incumbent should possess the ability to: Reason logically and creatively and utilize a variety of techniques to resolve complex issues impacting personnel transactions; develop and evaluate alternatives; evalutate data and present ideas and information effectively, both orally and in writing; consult with and advise managers or other interested parties on a wide variety of subject-matter areas.

The incumbent should possess the following skills: Outstanding customer service skills, interpersonal and organizational skills, good writing skills, and conflict management skills.

The incumbent should possess knowledge of the following: Proper usage and application of grammar and spelling; the ability to apply office policies and procedures; and working knowledge of commonly used office automation/computer programs.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Annual retention bonus
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Sick Leave and Vacation
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employee Wellness and Assistance Programs
• Upward Mobility and Career Development Programs

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification.

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.

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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.