Classification & Pay / Selections Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Please note, the Water Boards do not participate in E-Verify.

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position and might be expected to comply with Executive Order (EO) 22-25 after July 1, 2026.

Salary Information - CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience. Employees appointed to the Attorney or Water Resource Control Engineer classification will receive Recruitment Higher Above Minimum (HAM) rate in accordance with the approved Civil Service Pay Scales.

In addition, note: Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

This is a Limited Term (LT) position and may be extended up to 24 months, with the possibility of becoming permanent. If becoming permanent, the selected candidate must have eligibility for a permanent appointment at the time of the LT appointment or at the time of the conversion.

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the State Water Resources Control Boards (Water Boards) Human Resources Branch (HRB). The Water Board’s Division of Administrative Services has an opening for an Analyst II. We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic, customer service, and detail-oriented individuals to join our human resources team.

If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 18th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.

Under the direction of the Supervisor I, the Analyst II is responsible for performing a variety of complex, analytical duties related to Classification and Pay and Selections and providing consultative services to assigned Water Boards programs. The Analyst II promotes and is accountable for customer satisfaction and quality service and provides recommendations and changes that promote innovative solutions to meet customer needs, in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, California Department of Human Resources (CalHR), State Personnel Board (SPB), and Water Boards policies and procedures.

Shall consider Analyst I.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

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Special Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:

• RPA# 25-600-XXX in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.

• Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility)

Must have Analyst II or Analyst I list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is the link to the exam:

Exam for Analyst II: CalCareers

Exam for Analyst I: CalCareers

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: .

Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.

In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.

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 and/or knowledge in the areas of Human Resources and Recruitment/Selections
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, policies, and regulations
• Policy development experience
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to respectfully interact with a variety of people at multiple levels within an organization
• Experience working with stakeholders to resolve sensitive personnel issues
• Experience with essential business software such as Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe
• Ability to use tact and discretion in all situations and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate clearly, in writing and verbally
• Ability to multitask, be flexible, and adapt to changing priorities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to think creatively, problem solve, provide recommendations and alternative solutions
• Experience consulting with employees, supervisors, and managers
• Experience presenting information to a group of management and/or stakeholders

Benefits

Water Board employees may be eligible for benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees, and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. and

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length , using Arial size 11 font , and normal margins.

The SOQ items must be numbered and addressed in the same order as listed. SOQ responses must include detailed and concise information specifically addressing how the candidate's knowledge, training, and experience relate to each of the Desirable Qualifications items listed above. Submitting an SOQ that does not directly answer the questions listed below will result in the application being rejected and the applicant will no longer be considered for this recruitment.

1. Describe your knowledge and experience that qualify you for this position.
2. Describe your experience researching, analyzing, interpreting, and applying laws and rules to complete work projects or assignments.
3. Describe your approach to providing excellent customer service and provide an example of a time you exceeded customer expectations.
4. Why are you interested in this position?

Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated will not be considered.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.

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 - Please see below for specific SOQ requirements.