The California National Guard - Always Ready, Always There

ESAD Frequently Asked Questions 

Q: How long does it take to process my check?

A: The nature of emergencies make it difficult to set specific timelines to any program. The general guideline for turnaround based on current staffing availability are as follows:

  1. J1-SP receives accurate & complete Form 14
  2. (2 days) J1-SP generate pay claim batches to State Comptrollers (SC)
  3. (1 day) SC accounting process to State Controllers Office (SCO)
  4. (5 days) SCO generates pay checks & returns checks to SC
  5. (1 day) SC inlucdes checks with incident related information and mails to individual's HOR indicated on the Form 14
  6. (4 days) US Postal delivery

Total Days: 13 business/working days

Q: I've lost or never received my check. What do I do?

A: This process involves procedures specified by the State Controllers Office (SCO) and will take approximately 10 business days.

  1. Download form, fill out, and fax to State Personnel using fax number on the form
  2. Upon receipt, State Personnel will research the exact check number and date of issue required by SCO
  3. A completed form STD 435 will be sent to the address indicated for an original signature, also required by SCO
  4. Sign and mail form back to State Personnel at the address below:

    CA Military Department-State Personnel
    Box 27 ESAD
    9800 Goethe Road
    Sacramento, CA 95827

  5. SCO will mail duplicate check to the address indicated
  6. If the lost/missing check has been cashed, photocopies of the cashed check will be sent to State Personnel.

Q: Can I use direct deposit for my check?

A: No. Unlike normal payroll checks, emergency state active duty is unpredictable and not on a regular schedule. Direct deposit services at most financial institutions required regularly scheduled pay periods.