Senior Personnel Clerk (1204) - Citywide - (C00464)

This is a Citywide Exam posting. Your application to this posting is an application to take a citywide exam. If you pass the exam, you will be emailed your score and ranking on the eligible candidate list. When a department has an open position with this job classification they will use this eligible list to hire for that position. Departments will contact candidates from this list to gauge interest in their specific roles. Learn more about the City’s hiring process here: https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/ Application Opening: Friday, June 26, 2026 Application Deadline: Apply Immediately . Application filing will be open at least through Friday, July 10, 2026 and will close any time thereafter.  Salary Range:  $86,216 – $104,806 How to Apply Click the "APPLY NOW" button at the bottom of the page to submit your application. Check your email for a confirmation message from [email protected] . Complete the Required Questionnaire using this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/qEhFdyetHf . San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco. Under direction, the Senior Personnel Clerk performs difficult, responsible and specialized clerical duties in connection with personnel related matters. The essential functions of this job include: processing personnel transactions; processing personnel requisitions and modifications either manually and/or electronically; compiling and analyzing data for reports; creating and updating personnel files; responding to inquiries made by phone or in person; training clerical staff; processing and scheduling appointments; and may be assigned to supervise clerical staff. The Senior Personnel Clerk works directly with the public, departments and employees concerning various personnel matters. ESSENTIAL DUTIES According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list. 1. Processes personnel transactions by gathering information for new hires, certifications, separations, reassignments, referrals, leaves of absence and other personnel matters; and by filling out forms and distributing copies to appropriate departments and individuals to ensure that all personnel actions are initiated, and that correct records are posted and maintained. 2. Processes personnel requisitions and modifications by filling out forms and/or entering information into the system either manually and/or electronically to ensure that requests are submitted by the department to fill vacant positions; and locating budget information for requisitions and position control. 3. Compiles and analyzes data for reports concerning employee status, probationary periods, payroll activities, certifications, referrals, registry, position control, budget, merit increases, performance appraisal; issues and tracks notifications to candidates for response; and verifies and corrects information to ensure accuracy of reports. 4. Creates and updates personnel files, manually and/or electronically, regarding, appointment data, verification of employment, history cards, files, payroll forms, FMLA, probationary period, retirements, benefits, photo identification process, and other relevant information to ensure that accurate information is kept on employee file. 5. Responds to telephone and personnel inquiries from city employees, applicants, and other interested individuals concerning various personnel related matters, such as payroll, employee benefits, leaves of absence, etc. 6. Trains clerical staff to properly complete personnel related forms in order to ensure that correct procedures, rules, policies and regulations are utilized. 7. May supervise clerical staff engaged in the preparation and maintenance of confidential forms, cards and files to ensure that established personnel related procedures are followed. 8. Processes and schedules appointments for medicals, fingerprinting, drug testing, employment verification, background check, and driver's license renewals to ensure that employee's records are completed and updated. 9. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned staff and the public; train clerical staff; supervise clerical staff; and identify problems and provide possible solutions. Experience: Two (2) years equivalent of 4,000 hours) of verifiable experience maintaining personnel records and generating reports equivalent to the duties of City and County of San Francisco class 1202 Personnel Clerk. **ACTION REQUIRED: As part of the application process, you must complete the Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ) https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/qEhFdyetHf Verification of Education and Experience: Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications.   Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/ .  Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the C