Benefits Manager

This position has management responsibility for and supervises professional and technical staff in the administration of personnel policy, practice and procedure as it relates to employee benefits. The incumbent will manage and direct the hospital's administration of and compliance with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), and Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA); and ensures all eligible employees are afforded benefits including health, dental and vision insurance programs, Catastrophic Leave, and retirement programs. As this position is supervisory and will interact with individuals at all levels in the organization, strong verbal and written communication skills are desirable.

Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely describes your work experience. Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview. Failure to include necessary documents may also exclude you from the hiring process.

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

• You must complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, " Staff Services Manager I - JC - 449660 " in the "Job Title(s) section of the application.
• Duties Performed, supervisor's name and contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD 678.
• Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD 678, see
  Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635) (ca.gov)
  
• Attach a copy of proof of degree or transcript if using the education to meet the minimum qualification.

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

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-449660

Position #(s):
480-543-4800-005

Working Title:
Benefits Manager

Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I $6,963.00 - $8,650.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Napa County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Department Information
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.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Examination Information

Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of State Hospitals - Napa must apply to the job vacancy and complete an examination or assessment, see link below. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to access, you must have established your CalCareers account before accessing:

• Staff Services Manager I - Exam

If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires.

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: 9/22/2024
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.

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 State Hospitals
Attn: Exam and Hiring Unit
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa , CA 94558

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of State Hospitals
Wilkins Building - Human Resources
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa , CA 94558

09:00 AM - 04:00 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.

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.

Benefits
Benefit information may be obtained by visiting the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) web site and to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) web site for retirement and health benefit information.

Other benefits include:

• Free Parking
• On-site childcare
• Electric Vehicle charging stations
• Beautiful walking trails and access to parks
• On-site exercise facility

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: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/napa
Human Resources Contact:
Cari Paganini
(000) -
cari.paganini@dsh.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Julie Anderson
(707) 253-5857
Julie.Anderson@dsh.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:
Office of Human Rights
(916) 573-2727
dsh.eeo@dsh.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.

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.