Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Metropolitan State Hospital is in the city of Norwalk in Los Angeles County.

*Pending Budget Approval *

Are you a Human Resources (HR) professional who would like to help build a workforce that supports our hospital and the community we serve? DSH-Metropolitan is seeking a highly motivated self-starter who maintains a professional appearance and possesses excellent customer service, analytical and communication skills to work in a fast-paced environment with ever-changing priorities.

Under the direction of the Supervisor I or designee in the Examination and Selection Services Unit (SSU) of the HR Department, this position serves as a key resource to hospital management, hiring managers and candidates, providing expert guidance on the State Hiring Process. The Analyst I/II duties include but are not limited to: interpret and apply State Personnel Board (SPB) laws, California Code of Regulations (CCR), California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) guidelines and departmental policies and procedures; utilize recruitment and examination systems and tools such as Exam and Cert Online System (ECOS) to post and maintain vacancies, track candidates and review and analyze job applications, resumes, and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) to determine eligibility and compliance with established Minimum Qualifications; assist with composing job advertisements, Duty Statement revisions and interview questions; maintain accurate and complete recruitment and selection records and historical files with utmost confidentiality; create and maintain rapports with all levels of staff, state agencies and outside entities; presenting material/providing training to the public and other duties as assigned.

Good attendance, punctuality and the ability to work well in a small team and with others is a critical component to the success of our unit. All SSU staff are expected to do some travel and occasional work on weekends to assist with HR functions, proctor exams, attend career fairs and informational sessions or trainings.

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:

Interested candidates who have knowledge of hiring/recruiting, modern office methods, equipment and common computer applications, California State Personnel Board and Civil Service laws, rules and regulations and Human Resources experience are highly desired .

Eligibility Examination: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of: permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the announcement as of the date this test is taken.

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.  Please carefully read and follow the instructions for each process.

Click here to take the exam:

Analyst I:

Analyst II: 

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Telework
The possibility and extent of telework opportunities is at the discretion of the department and manager for which the incumbent is working. Additional questions regarding teleworking may be directed to the hiring manager during the onsite interview.

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.

Unless there is a specific request to be notified via USPS mail, our main contact will be via email. Email correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from Geraldine.Sanchez@dsh.ca.gov. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their voicemails, email inbox, including junk/spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email.

Employees applying for this position who wish to be considered on a transfer basis must meet the minimum qualifications and all transfer rules. You may also be required to provide additional documents, such as copies of your college transcripts during the screening process when applicable. Please provide proof of the highest paying class you were permanently appointed to from an eligible list.

All Examination and/or Employment Application forms must include: “to” and “from” dates (month/day/year); time base; and civil service class titles. Examination and/or Employment Application forms received without this information will be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Examination and/or Employment Application (STD. 678) form.

Note : If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered .

EMAILED OR FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Applicants are responsible for obtaining proof of mailing or submission of their applications to MSH-Human Resources Department, Selection Services Unit. Confirmation/receipt of USPS mailed submittals can only be provided for by Certified Mail.

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:

Interested candidates who have knowledge of hiring/recruiting, modern office methods, equipment and common computer applications, California State Personnel Board and Civil Service laws, rules and regulations and Human Resources experience are highly desired .

Benefits

Working for the State offers great opportunities, generous benefits, and career development. Benefits information may be obtained by going to

In addition, you can look forward to:

*Free parking

*Free onsite gym

*Free onsite electric vehicle chargers

*Rideshare Resources

*Convenient to public transportation

*Located near major freeway access

*Multiple eateries within walking distance

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

Statement of Qualification Requirements:

Statement of Qualifications:

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Your SOQ should be no more than two (2) pages, Arial 12-point font, single-spaced and must include:

- Your name and Job Control number in the top right corner of the 1 st page

- We ask that you do 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. 

- Your responses to the following:

1. Describe your experience interpreting and applying laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.
2. Detail your experience and knowledge in hiring and recruitment; be sure to include your role and your assigned duties specific to this topic.
3. Describe your ability to work independently, how you establish ever-changing priorities, and what steps you take to ensure you meet deadlines
4. Provide a comprehensive overview of your public speaking and presentation experience.

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 the “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section below for more details. Resumes and Cover Letters will not be considered in place of an SOQ.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Casual work, Work at office, Remote work

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