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PERSONNEL SPECIALIST

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State of California

Sacramento, CA (In Person)

$63,108 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 15 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

Benefits Specialist California Highway Patrol
JC-518009
  • Benefits Specialist
PERSONNEL SPECIALIST
$4,030.00
  • $6,488.
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:
5/22/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Responsible for processing health benefits enrollment documents for multiple California Highway Patrol Area offices; maintaining documents processed by control agencies to verify completion; acting as a resource to the Area benefits assistants to aid them in the proper preparation and processing of health benefit documents; interpreting and instructing Area benefits assistants in the proper use of the manuals governing health benefits; and providing verbal and written instructions to ensure that all completed documents are compliant with federal and state mandates. Provide information to employees regarding health, dental, vision, consolidated benefits, FlexElect, life insurance, long-term disability, and group legal benefits. Verify eligibility and timely process employee benefit documents to enroll or continue coverage using the MyCalPERS system, the State Controller's Office system, and forward documents to appropriate control agencies. Utilize resources such as the Benefits Administration Manual, the Department of Human Resources, and the California Public Employees Retirement System as needed to ensure compliance with applicable state and/or federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and guidance. Notify newly appointed and separating employees of Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act information and benefits, retain all benefit documents, and process benefits appeals as determined appropriate. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Must be able to work Monday
  • Friday, 0800
  • 1700 hours.
Telework is not available for this position. Newer gated campus located close to Downtown Sacramento; offers free parking, electric vehicle charging stations, gym, an ATM, on-site Bistro, and is close to a light rail station. Close to bike/walking paths along the American River. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
PERSONNEL SPECIALIST
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:
JC-518009
Position #(s): 388-051-1303-027
Working Title:
Benefits Specialist
Classification:
PERSONNEL SPECIALIST
$4,030.00
  • $5,044.00 A $4,632.00
  • $5,807.00 B $4,799.00
  • $6,008.00 C $5,184.00
  • $6,488.
00 D New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time Department Information California Highway Patrol Human Resources Section 601 North 7th Street Sacramento, CA 95811 The mission of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security. The CHP offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of our professional organization. We remain competitive and current with training and technology, keeping the citizens of California safe. We have many employment opportunities, and we invite you to look into the California Highway Patrol for your future.
Department Website:
https://www.chp.ca.gov Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 11-point Arial font. 1. Describe your experience, education, training, knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to the information contained in the position description, including any experience as a Personnel/Payroll Specialist. 2. Describe your experience working in a team environment. Explain how you developed and maintained positive, productive working relationships with peers and management. 3. Describe your background, experience and/or training relating to the processing/handling of confidential documents and matters of privacy. 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:
5/22/2026

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