HR Policy and Administrative Specialist

Job Description and Duties

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking a highly skilled Analyst III to serve as an expert in HR policy development, statewide compliance, and critical administrative programs. This position performs the most complex, sensitive, and specialized analytical work within the Personnel Services Branch and provides expert consultation to Executive Management, Branch Chiefs, Regional Managers, and HR program staff across the state.

This position requires expert-level analytical ability; strong verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of interpreting and applying state laws, rules, and regulations; and the capacity to manage highly sensitive and high-impact programs that directly affect all CDFW employees. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to provide authoritative guidance on complex HR and compliance matters.

Refer to the attached duty statement for a full description of the duties this position will be responsible for.

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:

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This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. 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.

Link to Analyst III Exam:

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Working Conditions

The incumbent works 40 hours per week in an office setting, with artificial light and temperature control. The ability to use a personal computer and telephone is essential. The position requires bending and stooping to retrieve files; walking; occasional light lifting, up to 10 – 15 lbs. Occasional travel may be required.

This position is designated as office-centered with the ability to telework one day per week depending on the incumbent's work performance.

Special Requirements

To be considered for this position, your Employment Application (STD. 678) must be complete with all applicable information included, including job title, duties performed, dates and hours of employment, supervisor name, etc. A resume does not take the place of a completed Employment Application (STD. 678).

The selected candidate may be required to provide transcripts (may be unofficial).

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:

• Know ledge and experience in state administrative functions and the legislative process.

• Strong working knowledge of human resources related Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) provisions; state and federal laws and regulations; and control agencies' rules and policies (e.g., California Department of Human Resources, State Personnel Board, State Controller’s Office).

• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with all levels of staff both within the Department and with external customers and stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently and with others; along with the ability to guide and train staff both directly and indirectly.

• Strong organizational skills, ability to set priorities, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines within challenging time constraints.

Benefits

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

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-011-5402-002 and RPA Number E-HRB 26-002 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at . If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

Applicants must submit a complete and accurate application package, free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

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 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 -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ ) is required . Please see below for SOQ instructions. Failure to include the SOQ will result in an incomplete application submission.