Program Support Analyst

Job Description and Duties

In accordance with CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary by 3% (BU 1), in exchange for leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job advertisement do not reflect this reduction in pay. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue PLP 2025 hours on the first day of each pay period in accordance with their applicable .

This position is subject to the Department of Conservation’s Conflict of Interest code. Candidates may be precluded from employment with the department if they, or their spouse, hold interests in oil, gas, or geothermal entities.

Please limit your duties performed to one entry. Using multiple entries to list job duties for the same position may lead to disqualification. 

Under the direction of the Administrative and Assets Manager (Supervisor I), the Analyst II will function as a Program Support Analyst within the Division's Long Beach Office (Southern District). The incumbent will provide a variety of complex analytical and administrative duties in support of the district’s business operations. The incumbent is responsible for identifying and analyzing processes to improve the operating efficiency and effectiveness including program evaluation and planning; data analysis and report formulation; process development; project management; training coordination; and consultative services to management. The incumbent must demonstrate a high degree of independence, initiative, critical thinking, and creativity.

Please note: This position requires a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Applications submitted without an SOQ or an SOQ that does not answer the items/questions, and/or does not follow formatting instructions will be considered not interested in this position and will be eliminated from the selection process. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Please see the Statement of Qualifications section for more information.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is located in Long Beach and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, with employees required to work in-person at 3780 Kilroy Airport Way, Suite 400, Long Beach, CA 90806 . Alternative work locations will not be considered.

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

Please see the attached duty statement for information related to the working conditions for this position.

Special Requirements

• This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code.

• The Department of Conservation does not participate in the E-Verify system or STEM OPT extension program. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide evaluated transcripts. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.
• Individuals selected for interview will required to attend in person interviews conducted at the CalGEM - Southern District located at 3780 Kilroy Airport Way, Suite 400, Long Beach, CA 90806. VIRTUAL INTERVIEWS WILL NOT BE OFFERED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

This position is contingent on budget approval.

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 communicate effectively (verbally/written)
• Excellent computer skills
• Possess good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments
• Ability to promote a positive working environment and relationship with others

Benefits

DOC employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid sick and vacation
• California State holiday pay
• 401(k) and 457 plans
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Public Transit Subsidy

Additional benefit information can be found on the following websites:

California State Civil Service Employee Benefits information may be obtained by going to the California Department of Human Resources website at .

Information regarding benefits provided by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found at .

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

Important Information

Do not email or fax your application. Emailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR “SEE ATTACHED” WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate State Application (STD. 678) is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered.

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 must be an electronic MS Word or pdf file, no more than two pages, 1.5 spaced, in Arial font, font size 11. Include your name and date in the upper left-hand corner of the page.

  1. Please provide your academic, professional, and job experience specific to the Essential Functions performed by an Analyst II, as described in the duty statement. With the data analysis, data collection, and data reporting and software used, please provide details of your experience.

  
  Please answer and organize the responses to the above separately based on how the Essential Functions are outlined in the Duty Statement.