Job Description
Job Description and Duties
Why join CalHR?
The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is the pillar of human resources management for all state employees. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 400 CalHR team members who serve as trusted advisors to our strategic partners and the public. If you are interested in providing exceptional human resource services and guidance, CalHR is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside passionate professionals. Get to know us more here!
This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!
About this Role Are you a performance management pro with a passion for helping others succeed? We're looking for a dynamic subject matter expert to join our team as a non-supervisory specialist! In this role, you'll work independently to develop, implement, and lead a comprehensive performance management program. You'll provide expert-level consultation to supervisors, draft performance-related actions, and drive strategies that support employee growth, accountability, and organizational excellence. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and want to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!
How to Apply
Information about applying for a state job can be found here: Three Steps to a State Job . If you’re interested in exploring additional job opportunities at CalHR, please reach out to our recruitment team at CalHRTalentEngagement@calhr.ca.gov . We’d love to hear from you!
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Working Conditions
- Career Development: CalHR provides continuous learning and training opportunities to support personal and professional growth, including two Professional Development Days per fiscal year.
- Location: CalHR is centrally located near the Ice Blocks in downtown Sacramento, with many dining and shopping options nearby.
- Work-Life Balance: Work-life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
- Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts.
This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in-person at least two days per week. This is subject to change based on operational needs. Special Requirements
All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. SOQs should be limited to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.
Outline your experience drafting formal performance documents, such as probation reports, performance improvement plans, adverse actions, and other corrective measures. Include the types of documents you've prepared and your role in the process.
What strategies do you use to educate or influence others, especially managers or executives, on best practices in performance management?
Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.
For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see our Work4CA guide.
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:
- Ability to gain the confidence and support of executive staff and advise them on critical human resources matters.
- Ability to think critically, research, analyze complex information, interpret data, apply laws, rules, bargaining unit contracts, practices, and principles to personnel management and human resources, and develop effective action and implementation plans.
- Ability to demonstrate strong leadership and model core values such as fostering a people-focused department, leadership, accountability, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA), integrity, and transparency.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, staff, and clients.
- Ability to adapt, be flexible, and thrive in an environment that manages multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment and maintain sensitive information and documentation confidentiality.
- Expert experience in and knowledge of human resources laws, rules, regulations, and policies pertaining to performance management and progressive discipline.
- Customer service experience and customer-centric approach with the ability to remain flexible and adapt to rapid changes in priorities and work assignments while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
- Experience in process improvement initiatives, including identifying opportunities for organizational improvement and successfully leading and implementing change.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly present complex and accurate information from thorough and complete analyses, as well as develop and present information to both small and large groups.
- Effective communication, business acumen, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are essential for this position.
Benefits
CalHR ensures that all state employees, retirees and their dependents have access to competitive, quality and affordable benefits. Please visit our new Benefits website at for more information!
CalHR employees are excluded from bargaining and are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding.
Additional Application Information
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method for applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
- Electronic Submission: Application and any required applicable documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.
- U.S Postal Service Mail: Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.
Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.
Per CCR 249.3 we may fill additional positions from this recruitment.
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 is required and must be included. Please see the Special Instructions section for additional information.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Remote work, Trial period, Flexible hours, 2 days per week,