About this Role
It is an exciting time to join the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) awarded the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award. This position is part of the Benefits Division, where you will be part of a team committed to establishing a respectful and engaged workplace by taking a holistic approach to product, programs, and service delivery to support the employee's overall well-being. As the Division's Senior Project Manager you will make a difference by managing all aspects of the Division's projects and be the focal point to enhance project management tactics, bring service innovations and successfully reach desired outcomes. Your work will further the Benefits Division commitment to improve the health of state worksites, through quality benefit programs and services for the State of California workforce.
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 [redacted] . We'd love to hear from you!
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
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 may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least two (2) days per week. 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: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.
Merit Salary Adjustment (MSA): Every seven (7) - twelve (12) months depending on the position and based on performance, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary of the position.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-521655
Position #(s):
363-500-5403-001
Working Title:
Senior Project Manager
Classification:
ANALYST IV $7,276.00 - $9,107.00
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:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) oversees a wide range of matters related to employee salaries and benefits, job classifications, civil rights, training, exams, recruitment, and retention. For most employees, many of these matters are determined through the collective bargaining process managed by CalHR.
Our Mission: To serve as the trusted advisor to our strategic partners and the public, providing exceptional human resource services and guidance in developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Our Vision: Shaping California's future of public service excellence with fair and equitable employment opportunities and a diverse, engaged workforce.
Core Values: People Centric, Leadership, Accountability, DEIA, Integrity, and Transparency.
Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov
Special Requirements All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Each individual response must be numbered and include the full text of the numbered items prior to your response. In your responses to each question, please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.
1. Describe your experience managing multiple projects. How do you successfully track project deliverables to ensure project outcomes are met as expected? Please include years of experience.
2. Please describe your experience in gathering, analyzing and reporting data. What methodologies do you use?
3. Describe a time you were part of a team that recommended and implemented a process change. How did you work through the change management process to gain buy-in?
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.
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: 6/29/2026
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. 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 Human Resources
Human Resources Office
Attn: Classification & Hiring Unit
1810 16th Street
Sacramento , CA 95811-7258
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Human Resources
Human Resources Office
Classification & Hiring Unit
1810 16th Street
Sacramento , CA 95811-7258
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.
- Other - If you are using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications of the classification, please include your unofficial transcripts. If you are not using education, please bypass this requirement.
- Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions.
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:
- Interpersonal skills - conflict resolution, effective team behavior, adaptability, resilience, and helping behaviors, works effectively both independently and with others, manages projects flexibly and professionally, ability to master specific competency and skill levels
- Communication skills - clear and concise verbal and written, presentation skills, meeting facilitation skills, and the ability/skill to engage customers
- Dependability - meets deadlines, follows established Benefits Division procedures, and manages time and schedule effectively, receives strategic direction and takes action to achieve desired results, demonstrates a high degree of initiative and responsibility
- General business acumen - honest, ethical, tactful, systemic thinking, thoughtfully decisive and conscientious, maintains an open and learning mindset
- CalHR employees are expected to model and support CalHR Core Values
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 www.benefits.calhr.ca.gov for more information!
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Lisa El Sao
(916) 909-2819
[email protected] Hiring Unit Contact:
Sarah Herrera
(916) 323-6113
[email protected] 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:
RA Coordinators
(916) 322-5315
[email protected] 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.
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, mar
