Job Description

Job Description and Duties

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

The EDD Workforce Services Branch (WSB) is seeking candidates to apply for a Staff Services Analyst (SSA) /Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) position in the Grants and Solicitation Unit (GSU) within the Deputy Director's Office (DDO). Working as an analyst, you'll be part of a diverse and passionate team helping our fellow Californians get back to work. You'll utilize your problem solving skills for creative solutions in the workforce system. You'll provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders. You'll enjoy a fast-paced, dynamic workload that will keep you engaged and motivated. You'll have knowledgeable and supportive team members and management to help you succeed. You'll make a difference every day.

GSU analysts work directly with DDO management to administer grant solicitations for proposals and both receiving and developing grant applications. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the programs administered by the DDO in the Workforce Services Branch align with the laws and regulations of the funding source and are consistent with the vision, goals, and strategic priorities of the State Plan.

The DDO strives to foster innovative programs that support and expand job creation and a strong thriving economy. The work requires a high degree of tact when dealing with staff, management, partners, and other internal and external stakeholders. There is regular and frequent communication that requires a great level of awareness and sensitivity with stakeholders. As a representative of the DDO, the incumbent may be asked to attend meetings and conferences. The incumbent is expected to maintain a high level of professionalism. The incumbent must exhibit good time management and accurate priority setting to ensure work activities are completed by the deadline.

About WSB:
The Workforce Services Branch (WSB) supports EDD's goals by connecting our customers to a comprehensive range of employment and training services in partnership with state and local agencies and organizations through numerous America's Job Center of CaliforniaSM locations. This position is headquartered in Sacramento and to foster active collaboration with our employees and customers while promoting work/life balance for our teams, telework may be an option on a hybrid schedule, but is not guaranteed, and is at the discretion of the supervisor, operational needs, or guiding authorities. California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office, as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.

As a state employee, you potentially have access to excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement and savings plans, the Employee Assistance Program and more! In addition to these benefits, you'll receive regular paid leave, Professional Development Days, a Personal Holiday, paid State Holidays, and potential annual raises. See the California State Employee Benefits Summary for more information.

Join our team to improve the lives of Californians!

The WSB Mission: "California's workforce system supports economic vitality by connecting people, training, and work."

The WSB Vision: "California's workforce development system is innovative and integrated, promoting economic growth and advancing shared prosperity for California's employers and job seekers."

Does this job seem like a good fit for you? If so, please see the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications below as it outlines more information on the available positions.

Position exists at 722 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 ARU 339

If you have questions about the actual position, please contact the “Hiring Unit Contact” listed below under Contact Information.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

This position is considered “hybrid” with on-site work two days a week at 722 Capitol Mall and telework one day a week, on average, dependent on operational needs.

Special Requirements

It is strongly  encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at .

Please only submit ONE application.  Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.  This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
• Transcripts/Diploma/Certificate that demonstrates equivalence to completion of the 12th grade.
  

Examination/Assessment 

To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:

For more information about the State hiring process,  click here . To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job,  click here .

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and beneficial relationships with internal and external customers.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting policies, regulations, and laws.
• Good problem solving, decision making and critical thinking as well as good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive management and various customers professionally.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and flexibility as well as tact and good judgment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website,  , and the CalPERS website,  .

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.  The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.  The SOQ is not a résumés or cover letter. Résumés and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process. 

Applications without the inclusion of a SOQ or a SOQ that does not follow the required format may not be considered in the hiring process. See SOQ instructions below for further information.

The SOQ should not be more than two pages long.

Please provide a one paragraph answer for each of the following questions:

1. Describe any experience you have in providing technical assistance or training.

2. Describe any experience you have in writing guidance, policies, or procedures.

3. What does customer service mean to you?

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 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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.  Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, 2 days per week, 1 day per week,

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