Analyst II

Job Description and Duties

Are you interested in a meaningful and impactful career? Would you like to contribute to protecting people and the environment and accelerating a statewide transition to sustainable pest management? The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) could be the place for you!

Under the direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) (SES), the Analyst II supports the development and operation of the Assembly Bill (AB) 652 Environmental Justice Advisory Committee (EJAC). AB 652 requires DPR to establish and convene the EJAC by January 1, 2026, and the Analyst II will support the establishment and initial convening of the EJAC, including planning, coordinating, and conducting outreach and solicitation for nominations, planning and coordinating EJAC meetings and internal Environmental Justice Roundtable (EJRT) meetings. The Analyst II supports community relations by facilitating two-way communication and. The Analyst II develops and coordinates outreach and engagement strategies for the EJAC and represented communities.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Works in a secured high-rise, administrative office building with a public reception area for employees and visitors; Ability to use a computer for up to 8 hours a day; occasional travel by automobile or air may be required to different areas of the State; travel may include overnight stays.

NOTE: This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

Beginning July 1, 2026, it is anticipated this position will be office-centered and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week.

Special Requirements

• If education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must include a copy of your degree and/or unofficial transcripts in order to verify you meet the minimum qualifications. If you use unofficial transcripts to verify you meet the minimum qualifications, you must provide official transcripts prior to your start date, if selected for the position.

• Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to: basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, marital status, age, national origin, medical conditions, and use of medical leave.

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:

• Knowledge or experience working with diverse cultural communities
• Awareness of diverse communities and regional demographics 
• Ability to communicate respectfully and with sensitivity 
• Passion for environmental justice, social justice, and racial equity
• Familiar with key concepts such as environmental racism, structural racism, anti-racism, equity, and environmental justice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Demonstrated high emotional intelligence and ability to adapt in tense situations
• Innovative, creative thinker
• Ability to work with diverse communities and groups 
• Ability to foster relationships and build trust with diverse communities and groups
• Awareness of diverse communities and regional demographics 
• Ability to communicate respectfully and with sensitivity

Benefits

For information regarding the benefits offered to eligible employees, please visit the CalHR website at .  

Supplemental Questionnaire

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

You must answer each supplemental question in its entirety and follow all instructions answering the questions in order to be considered interested/eligible in the position.

Instructions:

It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using 12 pt Arial font, single line spacing, and one inch margins. Questions should be included as stated.

Questions:

1. Provide a summary of your interest in this position, and the knowledge, abilities, and experiences that make you uniquely qualified based on the job duties (see attached duty statement), including the desirable qualifications listed above.

2. Describe your experience, skills, and education with developing or implementing environmental justice policies or programs.

3. Describe your ability to develop positive and cooperative working relationships and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with managers, other governmental agencies, stakeholders, and professional organizations.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not take the place of the supplemental applicatio n

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.
• Supplemental Application - A response to the supplemental questions is required to be considered interested/eligible in the position. The supplemental questions and instructions are listed in the "Supplemental Questionnaire" section of this advertisement. You must answer each supplemental question in its entirety and follow all instructions for answering the questions in order to be considered interested/eligible in the position.