ANALYST II (536198) CSFP Consultant

Analyst II (CSFP Consultant)

Department of Social Services

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/30/2026

Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable older Californians? Are you looking for an opportunity to travel across the state and make an impact that truly matters? The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) of the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is seeking critical thinkers who also have a positive attitude, are motivated, and work with a high degree of independence. Our unit partners with eleven food banks to provide USDA foods to vulnerable older people throughout California. This unit provides oversight to the food banks to ensure compliance with Federal Regulations. The work entails entering data into a federal database, monitoring inventory, ordering food, providing training and technical assistance to the food banks, interpreting and writing policy and letters, and conducting on-site visits of the food banks to ensure compliance. A meaningful aspect of this program is traveling to the food banks and witnessing the impact this food has on the participants. If you enjoy collaborating, working with numbers, and finding ways to streamline processes to make them more efficient, this is the perfect position for you. We offer flexible schedules. Some travel required: (up to 25%) depending on the specific assignments. Please note: A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Please see the "Special Requirements" section for Statement of Qualifications instructions.

This job advertisement is listed in the following counties: Sacramento County or Los Angeles County. 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.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Social Services California Department of Social Services Attn: Classification & Pay Unit P. O. Box 944243 - MS 8-15-58 Sacramento, CA 94244-2430

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Social Services California Department of Social Services Classification & Pay Unit 744 P Street, MS 8-15-58 Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.