ANALYST II (536617)

Analyst II (536617)

The Nutrition Services Division (NSD) is looking for a dynamic, energetic, data focused, and customer service-oriented Analyst II to join our Food Distribution Program's (FDP) Distribution and Processing Unit-North (DPU-N) team. The Analyst II will oversee program activities for a group of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foods Processors which includes initiating and renewing processor agreements, monitoring monthly performance reports for accuracy and compliance, ensuring proper documentation and approval for the transfer of USDA Foods at processors, providing technical assistance and training to processors and school food authorities related to the program, and working closely with NSD staff to support Child Nutrition Program Operators in the State of California. The Analyst II will act as a subject matter expert for the USDA Foods Processing program.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

CDE is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Additionally, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. Currently, the hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of two days per week in the office.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of "Statement of Qualifications, Your Name," be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The NSD will not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Each question shall be numbered and address the following questions: 1. Provide an example of a time when you identified a data or calculation error in a multi-page Excel Spreadsheet. Describe how you located the error, corrected it, and communicated the issue and the resolution to others. 2. Describe a time when you were waiting for time sensitive information from someone else? What steps did you take to ensure that you met the deadline?

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.

Final Filing Date: 11/2/2026

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 Education Human Resources Division-Mail In Attn: C&P PC 4892 / JC 536617 1430 N Street, Ste. 1802 Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Education Department of Education Drop-Off Attn: C&P 4892 / JC 536617 1430 N Street (Lobby Drop-Off Box) Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 - A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered. For assistance in completing the SOQ, we encourage you to watch the following video: Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

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.

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee's bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

• Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commute Program

More benefit information can be found on CalHR's website: Benefits Summary

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact: Cati Lawrence View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io

EEO Contact: Randi Thompson, EEO Officer View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.