Analyst II

Job Description and Duties

**This is a 12 month Limited-Term position that may be extended up to 24 months and/or with the possibility of becoming permanent.**

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

Under the direction of the Program Manager I, the Analyst II performs complex analytical tasks relating to the provision of federal and state disaster assistance grant programs within the Cal OES Recovery Operations Program. The Recovery Operations Analyst II performs a broad range of journey level analytical tasks relating to financial, programmatic, and administrative requirements of the Public Assistance (PA) Disaster Grant, California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA), Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness grant (HMEP), Pre-Disaster Mitigation program (PDM), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA), Interagency Recovery Coordination (IRC), and other grant programs. Works under strict regulatory and administrative deadlines and acts with independence to maintain a routine workload and respond to short term special projects and priority assignments. Formulates policies, procedures, grants, and makes recommendations on program related issues and advises management on potential program alternatives and impacts. May also serve in a lead capacity over Analyst Is and program support staff.

Must be able to logically and creatively analyze and resolve governmental/administrative problems of an average complexity using various tools and program applications; gather and analyze data to develop and evaluate alternatives for a variety of program related areas; make recommendations to management on those alternatives; communicate effectively orally and in writing, and function in an environment with demanding and changing priorities. Works independently while maintaining a standard workload and responding to frequent short-term tasks.

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Working Conditions

This position is located in the Public Assistance Division Southern Unit in  Orange County/Santa Ana, CA.

Hybrid Telework : This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

Conflict of Interest (COI) : This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Special Requirements

Application Package Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application ( do not note “see attached resume” in this section ). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**

**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**

**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

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:

• Demonstrates willingness to assume complex duties and adapt to changing priorities
• Has excellent communication and interactive skills
• Is proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and is willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks
• Possesses exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner
• Has experience working proficiently with complex spreadsheets and database files using Microsoft Excel applications
• Has experience in business processes development/documentation
• Has experience in preparing reports and data analysis
• Demonstrates ability to offer succinct, value-added recommendations, exercise sound judgment
• Demonstrates ability to follow directions, protocols, and procedures
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi- disciplined team environment
• Performs both independently and in a cooperative team environment
• Possesses strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Works well under pressure to meet quick deadlines
• Possesses excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work in remote areas and makeshift office environments

Benefits

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

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off

• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family

• Investment in careers development
  

• Electric Carport

• Free Parking

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses and a standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the Duty Statement and the Desirable Qualifications.

The SOQ should specifically outline how you meet any or all of the desirable qualifications outlined in the Job Posting and Duty Statement.

SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS :

• The SOQ should be no more than one page, single-sided, single-spaced in 12-point Arial font.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING :

1. Describe your background, experience, education, and/or training that qualifies you for the Analyst II position.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog:  Upload SOQ to your Application Package

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.