Equity Advancement Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of Californians while achieving your professional development goals? If so, please consider joining the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Branch's Engagement and Empowerment Unit (EEU). Under the direction of the Supervisor I in the EEU and working cooperatively with program units, managers/supervisors, Bureau Chiefs, and Branch Chiefs throughout CDSS, the Analyst performs duties in the areas of equity advancement, partner engagement, and program accessibility with an emphasis in consulting on equity strategies and change management in the implementation of the Family Engagement and Empowerment Division's Equity Action Plan (FEAP).

The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

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Working Conditions

The CDSS Headquarters is located two blocks from the light rail and public transportation: within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.

This position may be eligible for Hybrid work. In-person attendance is required based on the operational needs of the position and in accordance with Executive Order N-22-25 the Statewide Hybrid Telework Policy, Government Code section 14200, and any applicable department telework requirements. The successful candidate must reside in California at the time of appointment. Proof of California residency may be required. Please note: Regular commute is not compensable.

Special Requirements

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified for this position.

Do not include any confidential information in any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

The SOQ is a narrative discussion (not a bulleted summary) prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant’s skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training and experience qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of an SOQ and should not repeat the same information. Application packets that do not include a SOQ or includes a SOQ that does not follow the required format, will be regarded as incomplete and will not be reviewed for further consideration in the hiring process. The SOQ should not be more than two pages, using Arial, 12-point font size. Please answer the following questions:

1. What is your definition of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and why is it important?

2. Why do you think it is important to address DEI in a social services program?

You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is inaccurate or incomplete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

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:

• Experience in curriculum development, training facilitation, and presentation delivery

• Experience providing exceptional customer service with a positive attitude

• Ability to exercise initiative, good judgment, honesty, and make timely decisions while maintaining positive and trusting working relationships

• Ability to plan, organize, communicate, and adapt to changing assignments and priorities, and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines

• Ability to build partnerships by interacting with a wide variety of organizational and program partners

• Strong and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing

• Knowledge and understanding or willingness and ability to learn CDSS organization, business program areas, technology, and processes

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Visio, SharePoint, data visualization and survey tools, and Section 508 Accessibility Standards

• Contribute to a cohesive and fun team environment with an emphasis on psychological safety

• Oral and verbal fluency in Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, or Korean

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.

TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT

• Public transit (mass transit) passes.

o 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

o 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

• Vanpool drivers and riders

o 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

Click here to view all the attractive benefits available to state employees! Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 - Salaries do not reflect reductions from the Personal Leave Program, please see the applicable Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for additional information on the length and percentage of reductions.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.