Lead Payroll Analyst

Job Description and Duties

• Anticipated Interview Dates: We anticipate holding virtual interviews beginning the week of September 28, 2026. We look forward to meeting with you! Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where challenging and rewarding work is the norm? Do you enjoy creating and maintaining efficient and effective processes? If you’ve answered yes to these questions, then you’ve found a position you’d be interested in exploring further! The Employer Account Management Division (EAMD), Payroll Reporting & Analysis Team 1, seeks to fill an Analyst II position. Under the direction of a Supervisor I, the Analyst II will assist State and Non-Central employers with reporting compensation and contributions for members timely and accurately, respond to customer inquiries, and address cases through research and resolution. Telework Information: Act quickly to apply for this hybrid position, where you’ll enjoy up to 40% (two days) remote work, each week! Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. CalPERS does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay. How did you hear about this position? Tell us in this brief survey .
• You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Minimum Requirements

• ANALYST II

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• Describe a specific situation that requires you to research information or gather data, complete a thorough analysis, and present your findings to management.
• Describe how your knowledge, skills and abilities have prepared you to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines. What techniques do you employ to ensure project completion?

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.
• Who May Apply
• How To Apply
• Address for Mailing Application Packages
• You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
• Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
• You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
• 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - In addition to completing your online job application, you must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions and questions for the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. We ask that you not use Artificial Intelligence assistance when composing your written response. Written responses are an attempt to assess and gain an understanding of your personal writing and communication skills and abilities.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience analyzing data and developing logical solutions
• Experience communicating ideas and information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to a wide range of audiences
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while staying organized to meet workload demands
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to demonstrate creativity, flexibility, positive attitude, self-motivation, and conscientiousness

Benefits

• Alternate Work Schedules
• Flexible Work Hours
• Onsite childcare facility
• Onsite fitness center
• Onsite café and nearby restaurants
• Free onsite parking available Mondays and Fridays, subject to change
• Free offsite parking available with shuttle service Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Contact Information

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer