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SENIOR PERSONNEL SPECIALIST

California Department of State Hospitals
Napa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026
Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-527119

Position #(s):

480-543-1317-003

Working Title:

SENIOR PERSONNEL SPECIALIST (Human Resources Dept)

Classification:

SENIOR PERSONNEL SPECIALIST

$5,663.00 - $7,097.00 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:

Napa County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Job Description And Duties

The Department of State Hospitals-Napa, Personnel Office is recruiting to fill a permanent, full-time Senior Personnel Specialist vacancy. Applicants will serve as the expert staff resource responsible for the most difficult and complex personnel and payroll issues. Functions as the lead to Personnel Specialists and assists in the monitoring and review of workload to ensure transactions are completed timely and accurately. Must demonstrate the ability to apply the State laws, departmental and control agency rules and regulations, and collective bargaining agreement provisions pertaining to a variety of personnel transactions in the areas of personnel record keeping, certification, payroll, and personnel documents processing and related personnel transactions functions. A Senior Personnel Specialist advises on benefits and processes personnel documentation into the computer. Important characteristics include punctuality, good attendance, positive attitude and effective verbal and written communication skills. They must also have the ability to work independently and to interpret and use job-related reference material. Computer skills are also desirable.

Per CalHR the Senior Personnel Specialist position is eligible for an annual payment up to $4,800, payable upon meeting the designated criteria as stated in Pay Differential 240 .

To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:

  • You are required to review and meet the minimum qualifications and pass the Senior Personnel Specialist examination, located at Senior Personnel Specialist exam on the CalCareers web site.
  • Include " SENIOR PERSONNEL SPECIALIST, JC-527119 ” in the “JOB TITLE(S)” section of the STD 678 Employment Application.
  • Complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety. Include d uties performed, supervisor’s name and contact information. Incomplete applications will be screened out.
  • Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information required on the STD 678 Employment Application.

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

Department Information

Department of State Hospitals

Napa State Hospital

2100 Napa Vallejo Highway

Napa, CA 94558

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

DSH–Napa is located on a scenic, park-like campus in the heart of Napa Valley, offering a unique work environment that blends public service with wellness, accessibility, and work-life balance. The hospital campus is designed to support employees with convenient, family-friendly, and health-focused amenities, including the following:

  • On-site childcare services available for eligible employees
  • On-site employee exercise facility featuring new and modern fitness equipment
  • Expansive, park-like grounds with walking paths and green spaces
  • Free on-site parking for staff and visitors
  • Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations conveniently located on campus
  • Multiple staff break areas and shared spaces across the hospital
  • Decompression Room & Lactation Room
  • A calm, secure campus environment designed to support employee wellness and safety

Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/napa

Applicant Survey

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Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov

Salary : $4,800

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