Personnel Commissioner at South San Francisco Unified School District at South San Francisco Unified
About the Employer
Our Mission: In partnership with our community, South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) will provide exceptional instruction, engaging experiences, and equitable and accessible opportunities and resources to further support our diverse student body so that students are equipped to learn, thrive, navigate their future with purpose, and impact their community. The SSFUSD community includes 15 schools supporting 8,000 students in Daly City, San Bruno, and South San Francisco.
Job Summary
Job Summary
THE POSITION: The Personnel Commission is a non-partisan public body responsible for overseeing a merit system employment program for classified (non-teaching employees). Under this employment system, employees are selected, promoted and retained on the basis of demonstrated qualifications assessed through job related examinations. The Personnel Commission generally meets once per month. On occasion, special meetings are held a few times a year. The Personnel Commission is comprised of three (3) members; one member appointed by the Board of Education, one member nominated by the classified employees and appointed by the Board of Education, and the third member appointed by the other two Commissioners. Personnel Commissioners are appointed for three-year terms, with the term of one member expiring on December 1, each year. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: The Personnel Commission is the public body responsible for maintaining a “Merit System” for the South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD), which impacts all constituencies of SSFUSD and most readily impacts practices of management and classified employee recruitment, selection, retention, career development and advancement opportunities. To execute these responsibilities, the State Education Code provides that the Personnel Commissioners shall do all of the following: classify positions; recommend salary ranges based on the principles of “like pay for like work”; conduct appeal hearings regarding matters relating to discipline, dismissal, and examinations; conducting fair and objective recruitment, selection, and appointment procedures that result in the establishment of eligibility list to fill vacancies with qualified staff and prescribe rules and regulations related directly and indirectly to such personnel practices. A full description of the Personnel Commission responsibilities and functions is provided in Section 45220 through 45320 of the California State Education Code.
Requirements / Qualifications
To be eligible for appointment to the Personnel Commission, a person must: a) Be a registered voter and a resident of the South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) b) Be a known adherent to the principle of the merit system (a person who by virtue of prior public or private service has given evidence of support to the merit system concept – i.e. the selection, retention, and promotion of individuals upon the basis of merit and fitness). c) Shall not be an employee or member of the Board of Education of SSFUSD. d) Must be able to meet once per month to conduct business
All applicants wishing to be considered must include: - Resume - Letter of interest - Proof of residency In addition, all applicants wishing to be considered MUST complete the application in its entirety- this includes all previous employment history, professional references (supervisors preferred) and all other pertinent information as requested. Individuals that are interested in applying for the position of Personnel Commissioner may also apply in person at: The Human Resources Department South San Francisco Unified School District 398 B Street South San Francisco, CA. 94080 **If applying in person your application must include a resume, letter of interest and proof of residency**
Requirements / Qualifications
To be eligible for appointment to the Personnel Commission, a person must: a) Be a registered voter and a resident of the South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) b) Be a known adherent to the principle of the merit system (a person who by virtue of prior public or private service has given evidence of support to the merit system concept – i.e. the selection, retention, and promotion of individuals upon the basis of merit and fitness). c) Shall not be an employee or member of the Board of Education of SSFUSD. d) Must be able to meet once per month to conduct business
All applicants wishing to be considered must include: - Resume - Letter of interest - Proof of residency In addition, all applicants wishing to be considered MUST complete the application in its entirety- this includes all previous employment history, professional references (supervisors preferred) and all other pertinent information as requested. Individuals that are interested in applying for the position of Personnel Commissioner may also apply in person at: The Human Resources Department South San Francisco Unified School District 398 B Street South San Francisco, CA. 94080 **If applying in person your application must include a resume, letter of interest and proof of residency**
Comments and Other Information
This vacancy is located at:
South San Francisco Unified School District Office
398 B Street
South San Francisco, Ca 94080
Comments and Other Information
This vacancy is located at:
South San Francisco Unified School District Office
398 B Street
South San Francisco, Ca 94080
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
6/13/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
Each member of the Personnel Commission shall be compensated $35.00 per meeting attended. Stipend
Each member of the Personnel Commission shall be compensated $35.00 per meeting attended. Stipend
Add'l Salary Info
Each member of the Personnel Commission shall be compensated $35.00 per meeting attended.
Length of Work Year
12/1/2024 - 12/1/2027
Employment Type
Part Time