Job Description and Duties
As a member of the Disability Management Unit, the Staff Services Analyst (SSA) is responsible for assisting employees, supervisors, and managers in the appropriate application of all employee leave programs, the Workers’ Compensation Program, Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program, and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The SSA analytical assignments of average difficulty involving employee disability leave entitlements including, but not limited to, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Non- Industrial Disability Insurance (NDI), State Disability Insurance (SDI), Parental Leave (PL), medical Leave of Absence (LOA), catastrophic leave (CL), and the RA Program (RA). The SSA also provides direction, consultation, and guidance in the areas of case management of workers’ compensation activities, return to work for California Department of Public Health (CDPH) employees, vocational rehabilitation, leave restoration, and all aspects relating to the Workers’ Compensation Program area. The SSA must accurately assess RA requests; apply Departmental policy, State and/or Federal rules and regulations regarding RA, including counsel employees and management on such issues as Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and RA requirements; and research and refer to related labor code provisions governing work-related injuries/illness and leave entitlements, California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (CalOSHA) rules, the ADA of 1990 (ADA), and related subject areas in order to provide consultation to employees, program designees, and mangers/supervisors.
See duty statement for specific job duties.
Telework Information
This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. 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 Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office 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.
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Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-450767 Position #(s): 580-120-5157-744 Working Title: Disability Consultant Classification: STAFF SERVICES ANALYST $3,749.00 - $4,698.00 A $4,059.00 - $5,081.00 B $4,868.00 - $6,093.00 C ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST $5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full TimeDepartment 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 the California Department of Public Health’s (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 Disability Management Unit (DMU) of the Human Resources Division is dedicated to assisting employees, supervisors, and managers with the appropriate application of all employee leave programs, and the maintenance of productive workforce through the facilitation of return-to-work options and the Employee Assistance Program.
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.
We are located in downtown Sacramento in the East End Complex across the street from the beautiful Capitol Park Rose Garden.
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 # (450767) 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: 10/7/2024Who 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 95899-7378Address 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 PMRequired 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 -
Please see Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) instructions below at end of posting. Applications received without a written response to the SOQ may be rejected.
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:A team oriented incumbent who understands the various disability leave programs, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, self-motivated and enthusiastic with excellent customer service skills, and a willingness to adhere to the Department's Core Values (Collaboration, Competence, Equity, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Trust, and Vision).
Human Resources work, training, or public speaking, and working with confidential materials.
California and Federal laws related to FMLA/CFRA, RA.
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.
Human Resources Contact:Human Resources Division
(916) 445-0983
apply@cdph.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact:
Anita McClinton
(279) 667-2358
Anita.McClinton@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
Please describe your experience in Disability Management that makes you a qualified candidate for this position.
PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Responses should be numbered and with the questions submitted in the same order. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted.
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.