Why join CalHR?
The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) was named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winner for strengths development, a national recognition of organizations that build cultures helping people do their best work. This honor reflects our department-wide investment in a strengths-based workplace that supports growth, leadership and a stronger employee experience. Join CalHR to work in an environment that prioritizes professional development and public service.
The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is the pillar of human resources management for all state employees. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 400 CalHR team members who serve as trusted advisors to our strategic partners and the public. If you are interested in providing exceptional human resource services and guidance, CalHR is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside passionate professionals. Get to know us more here!
CalHR employees are excluded from bargaining and are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!
About this Role
Are you a detail-oriented professional who enjoys consulting and partnering with leaders to provide guidance on classification, compensation, merit-based hiring, and the selection process while driving process improvements and making a meaningful impact? If so, we have an exciting career opportunity for you!
Under the direction of the Classification and Hiring Manager (Supervisor I), the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR), Human Resources Office is seeking a permanent, full-time Analyst II to serve as a Classification and Hiring Analyst.
In this role, you will provide expert consultation on classification, compensation, salary determinations, examinations, and merit-based hiring while partnering with hiring managers to facilitate the end-to-end selection process. You will analyze complex personnel issues, interpret civil service laws and policies, conduct salary determinations and apply State salary rules, develop practical solutions, recommend process improvements, and deliver exceptional customer service to a diverse group of clients.
If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, enjoy strategic thinking, and are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service while helping shape CalHR's workforce, we encourage you to apply!
Information about applying for a state job can be found here: Three Steps to a State Job. If you’re interested in exploring additional job opportunities at CalHR, please reach out to our recruitment team at
[email protected]. We’d love to hear from you!
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least two (2) days per week. 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.
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: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.
Merit Salary Adjustment (MSA): Every seven (7) - twelve (12) months depending on the position and based on performance, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary of the position.
