Geohazards Analyst

Job Description and Duties

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.

The Watershed Mitigation, Coordination, and Outreach Unit supports state, federal, tribal, and local partners in addressing geologic and post-fire hazards that threaten life, property, infrastructure, and the environment. The Unit supports activities related to post-fire debris flows, flooding, landslides, erosion, sediment transport, and other geohazards through coordination, planning, emergency management support, outreach, and operational assistance.

Under the direction of the Program Manager I (PM I), the Analyst II independently performs a variety of analytical, administrative, operational, and program support functions in support of the Watershed Mitigation, Coordination, and Outreach Unit within the Recovery Directorate. Supports geohazard preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation initiatives through program analysis, coordination, research, reporting, equipment management, and stakeholder support activities.

The Analyst II provides administrative and analytical support to Unit operations, including support activities associated with data coordination, operational tracking, field technology management, and program support workflows. Assists with maintaining and coordinating Unit equipment and resources utilized during trainings, activations, field operations, and Watershed Protection Missions.

The Analyst II independently researches and analyzes program issues, prepares reports, correspondence, briefings, and recommendations, tracks assignments and action items, and supports coordination efforts with internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent must exercise sound judgment, manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced operational environment with changing priorities and deadlines.

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Working Conditions

This position is located in the Watershed Mitigation, Coordination, and Outreach Unit in Mather, CA

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

DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

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:

• Experience performing analytical, administrative, and program support work, including researching issues and preparing reports, correspondence, briefings, memoranda, and other written materials.
• Strong organizational skills, with experience tracking and coordinating multiple assignments, projects, action items, and deadlines and maintaining accurate records and tracking systems.
• Experience collecting, organizing, validating, and analyzing data and program information from multiple sources to support situational awareness, reporting, and decision-making.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and Word) and familiarity with databases, dashboards, SharePoint, Smartsheet, ArcGIS Online, or other tracking and information-management tools.
• Experience coordinating equipment, inventory, supplies, or logistics, including maintaining accountability, documenting assignments and returns, and preparing resources for operations, trainings, or events.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, professional materials and communicate effectively with diverse internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision, exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines.
• Experience providing coordination, outreach, and customer service support to internal and external stakeholders, including partner agencies, local jurisdictions, tribal partners, and the public.
• Familiarity with emergency management or disaster recovery operations, programs, or systems (e.g., SEMS, NIMS, or SOC/REOC/JFO operations) is a plus.
• Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion, tact, and good judgment.
• Commitment to professionalism, dependability, integrity, and supporting a positive, mission-driven team.

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:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• 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
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

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 this Analyst II position, including your experience performing analytical, administrative, and program support work.
2. Describe your experience coordinating with internal staff and external stakeholders, such as partner agencies, local jurisdictions, or the public. Please give a specific example.

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.