Job Posting: CSPS Project Coordinator and Change Readiness Liaison

Department of Public Health

JC-527751
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CSPS Project Coordinator and Change Readiness Liaison
ANALYST III

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 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: 8/20/2026

Job Description and Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic play by leading, coordinating, and executing comprehensive readiness efforts for the California State Payroll System (CSPS) project.

The Analyst III leads departmentwide CDPS readiness by directing high-impact project coordination, communication, training, business-process analysis, testing, and technical and reporting readiness. The incumbent serves as CDPH’s primary project manager and liaison with State Controller's Office (SCO), Agency Change Expert (ACE), and Department Action Readiness Team (DART), supporting change-management and stakeholder engagement throughout implementation. This includes coordinating communication, monitoring readiness, and overseeing funding-tracking activities.

The Analyst III supports operational preparedness and operational efficiency by coordinating readiness efforts, ensuring system accuracy, reinforcing communication and training strategies, and collaborating with leadership and technical partners to enable successful departmentwide change.

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Manager II, Chief of the Employee Relations and Resource Branch (ERRB).

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

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

Working Conditions

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

 

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

 

The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-527751
Position #(s):
580-120-5402-909
Working Title:
CSPS Project Coordinator and Change Readiness Liaison
Classification:
ANALYST III
$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A
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

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Human Resources Division (HRD) partners with CDPH’s programs and management to provide guidance and consultative services on Human Resources matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services. The mission of HRD is to support CDPH in attracting, hiring, and retaining quality employees.

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a highly team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

A hybrid telework schedule may be available for this position in accordance with CDPH’s Telework Policy and Procedures. After completion of probation, the position may allow a hybrid schedule of up to three days of remote work and two or more days onsite each week. Telework eligibility and the amount permitted are determined by the Department and may change based on operational needs. All employees who telework must be California residents under Government Code 14200. Candidates residing outside California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must establish and maintain primary residency in California prior to appointment as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

The HRD is located in the East End Complex in downtown Sacramento.

“The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”    

 

“The CDPH is currently an E-Verify employer. ”  

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

Special Requirements

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # (527751) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.

 

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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.

If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

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: 8/20/2026

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 Public Health
CCAU Mailing
Attn: Classification & Certification Unit
P.O. Box 997378
MS 1700-1702
Sacramento, CA 95899-7378

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Public Health
CCAU Drop Off
Classification & Certification Unit
1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430
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 -

    Please see Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) instructions below at end of posting. Applications received without a written response to the SOQ may be rejected.

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:

o   Strong first-hand knowledge and experience with the California state payroll processes, including payroll calculations, deductions, and pay disbursement, as well as familiarity with payroll data dependencies across functional areas.

o   Experience with California state position control administration, including management of position numbers, attributes, funding sources, time base, tenure, and related organizational structures.

o   Experience supporting or coordinating large scale enterprise system implementations, preferably within a California state department, including readiness assessment, task tracking, and stakeholder coordination.

o   Demonstrated ability to analyze business processes, document current and future state workflows, identify operational impacts, and recommend process improvements for increased efficiency and compliance.

o   Experience conducting or coordinating system testing and validation activities, such as user acceptance testing (UAT), test script execution, defect documentation, and retesting, with the ability to translate results into operational recommendations.


Desirable Qualifications continued below


 

Benefits

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

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.cdph.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Division
(916) 445-0983
apply@cdph.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Marin Perego
(279) 732-2360
Marin.Perego@cdph.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:
EEO Office
(916) 445-0938
CivilRights@Cdph.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.

Statement of Qualifications

  1. Analysts at this level are considered to be advanced journey level professionals and are often asked to lead or manage projects. Describe a time when you led a team or coordinated the work of others on a complex project. How did you foster collaboration and ensure deadlines were met? What strategies did you use to communicate clearly and gain cooperation from all stakeholders and colleagues?

 

In your answer, please include the job(s) in which you performed these duties and length of time spent in each job, including start and end dates and level of responsibility.

 

Note: For a glossary of terms, please click here.

  1.  Describe how you meet the Desirable Qualifications by sharing examples of your experience leading large-scale organizational readiness or enterprise system implementation efforts. Include how you coordinated assignments, monitored progress, identified risks, and communicated with diverse stakeholders, as well as how your actions contributed to project success.
  2. Provide an example of when you analyzed complex business processes for a major system or policy change and led related change-management or communication efforts. Describe how you documented current and future workflows, identified operational impacts, recommended improvements, supported system testing or validation, and prepared staff for new processes or systems.

Desirable Qualifications Continued:

  o   Ability to develop and deliver clear communication materials, message cascades, and user resources that support organizational change and promote consistent understanding during system transitions.
o   Experience coordinating large scale training efforts, including scheduling, enrollment tracking, Learning Management System (LMS) assignments, and collaboration with program experts to ensure staff readiness. 

  o   Strong analytical skills with experience performing data validation, reconciliation, and quality assurance checks to ensure reporting accuracy and operational reliability.

  o   Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with Information Technology (IT) partners to resolve technical issues, support system access and configuration needs, and ensure technical readiness for implementation activities.

  o   Excellent organizational, problem solving, and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and coordinate work across diverse teams and subject matter experts.

 

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.

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