Job Posting: Payroll and Personnel Supervisor

Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-537689
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Payroll and Personnel Supervisor
SUPERVISOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/13/2026

Job Description and Duties

The Personnel Services Branch (PSB) provides human resources support to all CDFW employees. Staff in the Payroll and Personnel Section are responsible for performing tasks associated with appointments, separations, payroll, and leave accounting in compliance with California labor laws and regulations, bargaining unit contracts, departmental policies and procedures, and control agency directives.

PSB is looking for an independent and innovative leaders to serve as one of our Payroll and Personnel Supervisors! This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing staff to provide a high level of customer service in the administration of payroll, leave accounting, appointments, and separations for the department. This position will also work closely with managers and supervisors in other units including the Benefits and Disability Unit and Classification and Recruitment Units to ensure all human resources practices and procedures are adhered to.

This position provides consultation to Executive Management and personally handles the most sensitive complex projects.

If you thrive in a fast paced environment and are looking for a career opportunity that will give you an opportunity to lead a Payroll and Personnel Unit, this job is for you!

The incumbent can expect to have multiple shifting priorities each day with critical deadlines that must be met, while ensuring that an excellent level of customer service is provided to all CDFW employees at all times.

This position is headquartered in a state of the art high-rise building located in downtown Sacramento, and is designated as remote-centered. Telework may be an option in accordance with departmental policy and the incumbent's job performance.

For more information about the specific job duties, please refer to the Duty Statement.

This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs.



Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

 

Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program:

 

Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR.



Link to Supervisor I Exam: CalCareers

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The incumbent works 40 hours per week in an office setting, with artificial light and temperature control. The ability to use a personal computer and telephone is essential. The position requires bending and stooping to retrieve files; walking; occasional light lifting, up to 10 – 15 lbs. Occasional travel may be required.

This position is designated as remote-centered; the incumbent will telework an average of three days per week and report to the office two days per week. Additional office days will be required periodically for training, team building events, and critical work assignments. Telework schedules are subject to change at any time subject to the proper notice.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-537689
Position #(s):
565-011-4800-012
Working Title:
Payroll and Personnel Supervisor
Classification:
SUPERVISOR I
$7,172.00 - $8,910.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Special Requirements

To be considered for this position, all sections of the Examination and Employment Application (STD. 678) must be completed, including but not limited to: dates of employment, company name and location, supervisor name and phone number, duties performed at each position, and the length of time in each position including average hours per week. If listing the working title for a prior or current position in state service, make sure to also include the civil service classification for the position.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 11/13/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Fish and Wildlife
HRB Mailing Address (PO Box)
Attn: Human Resources Branch
P.O. Box 944209
Sacramento, CA 94244

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Fish and Wildlife
Closed Drop Off Location
Human Resources Branch
Temporarily Closed
See Filing Instructions
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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. Please see below for SOQ instructions. Failure to include the SOQ will result in an incomplete application submission.


Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:
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 conduct thorough research.
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contracts.
- Ability to use good judgment in decision-making.
- Ability to exercise creativity and flexibility in problem identification and resolution.
- Ability to manage time and resources effectively while meeting multiple shifting and critical deadlines.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Alexandria Martin
(916) 902-9258
Alexandria.Martin@wildlife.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Civil Rights Office
(916) 902-9211
civilrights@wildlife.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-011-4800-012/XXX and RPA Number E-HRB 26-012 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

 

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov.  If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

 

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

 

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

 

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

 

Applicants must submit a complete and accurate application package, free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

Statement of Qualifications

Provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) following the instructions listed below:

Your SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font, the header must include your name and the job control number, and be no more than two pages. For each question you must list the question, followed by your response. Resumes do not take the place of an SOQ. Failure to provide a response that directly answers the questions asked or failure to adhere to any other SOQ instructions, may disqualify your application from being considered.

Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to come in for an in-person interview.

1. Describe how your education, training, and work experience has prepared you to perform the day-to-day responsibilities of the Payroll and Personnel Supervisor position.

2. Describe your experience working in situations where there are multiple competing demands for your time on complex projects or sensitive issues that required resolution within limited time-frames.


Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
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