Payroll and Benefits Manager

Job Description and Duties

Are you passionate about public service and ready to make a meaningful impact in Human Resources? Join FI$Cal as a Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) and lead a team dedicated to delivering high-quality HR services that support our employees and mission.

In this pivotal role, you’ll serve as the first-line supervisor overseeing a wide range of essential HR functions, including payroll, benefits, position control, and disability management. Under the guidance of the Chief of Human Resources, you’ll provide leadership, mentorship, and hands-on expertise to ensure HR operations are efficient, compliant, and employee-focused.

You’ll have the opportunity to interpret and apply laws, rules, and policies, and resolve complex personnel matters - playing a key role in ensuring all FI$Cal employees receive outstanding HR support.

Please note that to be list appointed for placement in the Staff Services Manager I classification, you must take and pass the examination .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

At FI$Cal, we currently offer a remote-centered position with the flexibility of telework up to three days per week. In-office attendance is mandatory on designated days and is subject to change. Our office is located at 2000 Evergreen Street, Sacramento, CA. Candidates residing outside of California are welcome to interview, but proof of California residency is required before appointment. Please note, relocation and commute expenses are the responsibility of the employee.

This position requires prolonged sitting in an office-setting environment with the use of a personal computer. Employees must demonstrate a commitment to maintain a working environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment. All staff must maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, maintain good working habits and adhere to all policies and procedures.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment with Department of FISCal.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• The incumbent will use tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, e.g., stakeholders, customers, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity.
• This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and may require excess hours to be worked.
• The incumbent is expected to perform functions and duties under the guidance of the Department of FISCal’s core values.
• The incumbent provides back-up, as necessary, to ensure continuity of departmental activities.
• This positi on may require the use of a hand-cart to transport documents and/or equipment over 20 pounds.

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:

• Experience working with human resources policies and procedures
• Experience working with disability- NDI/SDI/FMLA
• Experience working with state payroll and benefits
• Experience in a management or lead capacity, either on a project or in a team
• Experience dealing with sensitive issues that have a high level of conflict
• Experience working with Position Control
• Experience with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Benefits

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

Our office has free, gated parking, and convenient electric vehicle charging stations available.

Statement of Qualifications

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

When completing the SOQ, you must title the page “Statement of Qualifications” and list the question, providing your answer below. When completing the SOQ please explain your answers thoroughly, including all relevant experience, education and training. The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and no more than 2 pages in length with correct grammar use, punctuation and spelling. Your SOQ must address the following:

1. Describe how your experience that prepares you to supervise the Payroll and Benefits Section
2. Describe your experience with SDI/NDI and FMLA.
3. Describe your experience utilizing leadership techniques of organizing, motivating groups, oversight, workl oad planning, and project outcomes.

Please attach your SOQ to your application. Applications received without the SOQ or that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

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 -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. Please see instructions below.