Employer Reporting Validation Analyst (LT)

State of California; California; Hybride; USD 43 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CalSTRS is seeking an Employer Reporting Validation Analyst I to join the Employer Reporting Validation Team on a 12-month limited-term assignment with potential extension or permanent status.

The role blends analytical duties and outreach, validating employer payroll submissions and guiding employers on reporting requirements within the Teacher’s Retirement framework, CA Education Code, and internal policies. Hybrid work options apply.

Qualifications

• ANALYST I
• Great interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Dependable, maintain excellent attendance and possess strong work habits
• Ability to manage and resolve conflicts
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated adaptability to change

Responsabilités

• Validate employer payroll and contribution reporting; provide guidance to employers on submission requirements.
• Coordinate employer outreach sessions and communicate reporting adjustments to employers.

Connaissances

Great interpersonal skills

Strong analytical skills

Dependable, attendance

Conflict management

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Description du poste

Employer Reporting Validation Analyst (LT)

$3,861.00 - $6,276.00 per Month

Full time, 12 Month Limited Term – eligible for extension up to 24 months or becoming permanent.

Location: Hybrid, remote work possible.

Working Conditions

CalSTRS offers a hybrid approach including in‑office and remote work solutions based on business needs. All staff of CalSTRS are employees of the State of California and subject to California employment taxes and withholdings. Upon appointment, staff are required to provide a current California address to CalSTRS Human Resources to be used as a remote work location.

Responsibilities

The Employer Reporting Validation Team is responsible for validating employer payroll and contribution reporting to ensure the accuracy of member benefits. Analysts provide guidance to employers on how to accurately submit contribution files; perform research and analysis on member account information in response to requests from internal business partners; and communicate with employers when reporting validation or adjustments are necessary.

Under the supervision of the Employer Reporting Validation (ERV) unit Manager I, the limited‑term Analyst I position is responsible for performing the less complex membership and contribution data reporting analysis; communicating with employers to request documentation, provide important information bulletins or emails, and to coordinate employer outreach sessions; validating adjustments; providing reporting guidance, when necessary, in accordance with the Teacher’s Retirement Law, CA Education Code, CA Code of Regulations, and internal policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• ANALYST I

Ideal Candidate Skills

• Great interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Dependable, maintain excellent attendance and possess strong work habits
• Ability to manage and resolve conflicts
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated adaptability to change

Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025. This program reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits for the duration of the program. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the reduced amounts.

Special Requirements

Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to the standard state application (form STD 678). Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to an in‑person interview.

When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain all answers thoroughly. Your SOQ should not exceed two pages, single‑spaced, 12‑point font, and address the following questions:

• Describe your experience researching and analyzing complex issues, interpreting laws, policies, or procedures, and developing accurate, well‑supported solutions. Provide a specific example that demonstrates your problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Describe your experience providing customer service and communicating complex information clearly and accurately. Provide an example of how you resolved a challenging issue while ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures.

This position requires a current Analyst I examination. If you need to take the examination or if your score has expired, you must gain list eligibility.

CalSTRS Personal Trading Program – Investment Branch employees are required to participate in the CalSTRS Personal Trading Program which allows CalSTRS to monitor employees’ personal trading transactions in order to reduce risks associated with insider trading, front running, and misusing material non‑public information. Upon accepting a position within the Investment Branch, you will be required to disclose your personal broker account information and be required to utilize a personal broker from a designated list as provided by CalSTRS.

Background Investigation

Prior to employment with CalSTRS, a background investigation (BI) will be conducted. The BI consists of a Personal History Statement and fingerprinting through the Department of Justice. The BI will check criminal and civil records and, if applicable, verify education and check driving records.

Disclosure Requirements

This position may be subject to disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work, including the Conflict of Interest Code that applies to CalSTRS team members and the Political Reform Act, which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700).

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 workplace. 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.

Department Information

CalSTRS: Securing the financial future and sustaining the trust of California’s educators. CalSTRS is the largest educator‑only pension fund in the world, providing retirement, disability and survivor benefits to California's more than 1 million public school educators and their families. Named as one of the best places to work in money management ten times by Pensions & Investments magazine, we are a world‑class financial services institution with a commitment to sustainability and wellness.

Our two U.S. Green Building LEED Platinum‑certified headquarters buildings in West Sacramento, California, feature sustainable construction, abundant natural lighting, an organic garden, sustainable beekeeping and ergonomic functionally designed workspaces. We offer a variety of on‑site amenities to our team members, including two full‑service cafés, two free fitness centers, a bicycle rental library and a child care center with a covered playground. Team members enjoy walks along the Sacramento River and nearby seasonal farmers markets.

In addition to our state‑of‑the‑art amenities, we offer thriving wellness and sustainability programs, an award‑winning employee recognition program, and ongoing training, learning and development opportunities. We offer competitive benefits, flexible work hours and hybrid work options. We are committed to creating a workplace where our team members thrive.

To learn more about our many career options, visit CalSTRS.com/Careers.

Classification ranges: ANALYST I – $3,861.00 – $4,839.00A; $4,181.00 – $5,233.00B; $5,014.00 – $6,276.00C. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

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