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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. Position Details Job Code #: JC-493919 Position #(s): 275-345-4059-006 Working Title: Compliance & Risk Analyst Classification: ASSOCIATE PROGRAM AUDITOR, CalPERS $6,646.00 - $8,740.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) is the nation’s largest public pension fund, providing retirement and health benefits to public employees, retirees, and their families. Headquartered in downtown Sacramento, we are a destination employer with an international reputation for leadership and innovation. At CalPERS, we’re committed to people – the people we serve, our team members, and the larger community around us. CalPERS is situated near the Napa Valley, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and other desirable destinations, and we offer competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, CalPERS invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. To find out more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website ! To take a look at CalPERS as a destination employer, view this YouTube video . Job Description And Duties Anticipated Interview Dates: We anticipate holding in-person interviews beginning the week of October 27, 2025. We look forward to meeting with you! Telework Information: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per 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. Do you have a passion for compliance, governance, and risk management? Are you solution-oriented, and do you enjoy solving problems, analyzing complex data, and helping drive innovation? If you answered yes, then this position may be the perfect fit for you! Join a dynamic team within the Enterprise Compliance, Risk, and Governance (ECRG) Office, where you’ll collaborate with professionals across the organization to identify, assess, and mitigate risks while helping to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies. As a Compliance & Risk Analyst, you will play an essential role in advancing CalPERS’ Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework, helping to ensure alignment with organizational objectives, and fostering a culture of compliance and risk awareness. This is an exciting opportunity to support all aspects of the ERM Framework, including, among other things, enterprise risk assessments for one of the nation’s largest pension funds. Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To: • Conduct enterprise risk assessments, maintaining frameworks and tools, analyzing risk thresholds, and preparing risk reports for management and the CalPERS Board. • Evaluate controls, contribute to risk mitigation plans, and help track and monitor issues to support timely resolution. • Assist with compliance monitoring and assurance reviews, coordinating reviews with business owner, and preparing reporting for management and stakeholders. • Support regulatory change management by researching and communicating changes to business lines, and monitoring compliance with new requirements. • Collaborate on risk management efforts, supporting the evaluation of prevention measures and providing input on recommendations. • Contribute to special projects and assist with the preparation of detailed reports and presentations for executive leadership and the CalPERS Board. 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 . Special Requirements Statement of Qualifications Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific questions below will not be considered. The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications,” and each response must be numbered and list all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length and must be Arial font, 11 point. • Based on the duty statement, provide specific examples of how your training, experience and/or education qualify you for this position. • Describe a time when you identified a significant issue in your work or a project. Explain how you assessed the situation, developed a solution, and implemented corrective actions. Highlight the tools, methods, and collaboration strategies you used, and discuss the outcome of your efforts. Minimum Qualifications All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements." Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website . 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: 10/13/2025 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). 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: Public Employees Retirement System Postal Attn: JC-493919/LS Human Resources Division, Recruitment P. O. Box 942718 Sacramento , CA 94229-2718 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Public Employees Retirement System Drop-Off HRSD, SSU JC-493919/LS 400 Q Street, Lincoln Plaza North 1st floor drop box by security desk Sacramento , CA 95811 08:00 AM - 05:00 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 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. 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.