Job Posting: Personnel Liaison - Public Rights Division

Department of Justice

JC-527437
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Personnel Liaison - Public Rights Division
ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 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: 8/26/2026

Job Description and Duties

Are you interested in becoming a member of a dynamic, mission-driven team that is working to help uphold and protect the People of California? If so, the Public Rights Division (PRD) Executive Unit within the Department of Justice (DOJ) is looking for you. We are seeking a strong analyst and motivated self-starter to support the personnel needs of twelve sub-sections handling significant areas of law. The most qualified candidate for this position possesses excellent communication and organizational skills and understands the daily impact that dependable human resource (HR) representatives have on the workforce.   

As a Personnel Liaison (PL), you will collaborate with the DOJ’s Division of Administrative Support (DAS) on behalf of PRD's legal and professional staff, including providing consultative and technical support to division management on hiring and various personnel matters. Duties include but are not limited to: researching, interpreting, and advising on best hiring practices, civil service statutes, and regulations while ensuring compliance with the California Department of Human Resources’ and DOJ Office of Human Resources’ (OHR) regulations and policies. You will also provide analyses and recommendations on justification packages, classification and pay matters, position control and funding inquiries, and will provide options and solutions to various levels of management and OHR. You will be responsible for maintaining detailed and accurate records, including organizational charts, historical data, and you will collaborate with other DOJ units on a vast array of appointment and personnel functions. As a member of the Executive Unit, you will have the opportunity to think strategically and proactively about the division's workload while carrying out critical executive support functions. 

If this role interest you, we strongly encourage you to apply! 

 

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

Working Conditions

This position requires residency in the State of California. It is presently eligible for partial telework; however, Executive Unit employees are expected to abide by all telework rules and policies, including performing all essential functions and reporting to the Sacramento office as needed/required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-527437
Position #(s):
420-401-5393-010
Working Title:
Personnel Liaison - Public Rights Division
Classification:
ANALYST II
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
ANALYST I
$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A
$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B
$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

  • Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Please note that the Analyst I classification contains multiple salary ranges. New-to-State employees will be given the minimum salary Range A, unless you meet Alternate Range Criteria 69 as follows:


  • Range A: This Range shall apply to those individuals who do not meet the criteria for Range B or Range C.

  • Range B: This range shall apply to persons who have satisfactorily completed the equivalent to six months of Analyst I (Range A) or Management Services Technician (Range B), and may apply to persons who have the equivalent of six months of satisfactory experience outside of State service performing analytical duties similar to those of an Analyst I.
  • Range C: This range shall apply to persons who have graduated from a recognized four-year accredited college or university; or who satisfactorily completed the equivalent of 12 months of Analyst I (Range B) experience; and may apply to persons who have the equivalent of 18 months of satisfactory experience outside the State service performing analytical duties similar to those of Analyst I.

  • This position is located in the Public Rights Division, Executive Unit, Sacramento.

  • Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

  • For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General's website at State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General.

  • Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit the Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

     

     

Special Requirements

• Please indicate the JC code for this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your State Application.

 

• Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams.

 

• To take the respective online examination and establish list eligibility for appointment, please click the following links: Analyst I Examination - CalHR / Analyst II Examination - CalHR

 

• A fingerprint and background check will be required for candidates not currently employed with the DOJ.

  

• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required before a formal job offer will be made.

 

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: 8/26/2026

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 Justice
Public Rights Division, Executive Unit
Attn: Sara Clementi (JC-527437)
1300 I Street, Suite 1030
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice
Public Rights Division, Executive Unit
Sara Clementi (JC-527437)
1300 I Street, Suite 1030
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 required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) responses must be typed in Calibri, 12 pt. font, single-spaced, and no more than two (2) pages in length. Each question must be numbered and stated in its entirety in bold font, followed by your responses (not bold). Additionally, your name, Statement of Qualifications, the job control (JC) number, and PRD Personnel Liaison must be stated at the top right side of each page. Each page must be numbered at the bottom center. Application packages received without the requested SOQ formatting may be disqualified. 

    The SOQ must answer the following: 

    1. Describe your professional human resources experience and qualifications that are relevant to the PRD Personnel Liaison role.

    2. Please describe a time when you were required to shift your priorities in order to fulfill a critical objective. What action(s) did you take to mitigate issues and/or concerns? How did you communicate this to your supervisor?

     
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:
  • Demonstrated positive history of dependability, including punctuality and a good attendance record
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills to handle a vast array of intricate personnel functions 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and interpret and apply rules and regulations
  • Familiarity and experience with the state hiring process and administrative procedures
  • Ability to exercise good judgment under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, assume increasing responsibility, and streamline procedures
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service on a daily basis
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe, SharePoint, and FileMaker Pro 
 

Benefits

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

Additional Information on Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

 

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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