State Of California Mather , CA 95655
Posted 1 week ago
Job Description and Duties
The Special Project Lead will support Cal OES Recovery efforts by familiarizing program staff with agile/scrum methods and improving data literacy. As a power user in our cutting-edge business tools, they will aid in increasing citizen development across Recovery. The analyst coordinates meetings and works closely with IT stakeholders to analyze grant program business requirements and translate them for the product owner and backlog owner.
With high visibility across the Recovery Directorate, the Recovery Special Project Unit develops and supports a variety of technical and policy-driven programs that align with the Cal OES mission and strategic plan. Members of this unit collaborate with diverse managers and teams across the Recovery Directorate and throughout Cal OES, giving team members increased experience and growth potential. Our unit conceptualizes innovative ideas that make a difference in the lives of people recovering from disasters throughout the state of California. These concepts can influence policy nationwide.
This position is located in the Special Project Unit at Mather, CA, headquarters and includes free, on-site gym access and free parking.
To learn more about the mission of Cal OES Recovery and see how we support communities in need, you can watch the videos below from the Cal OES YouTube channel:
Greenville Recovery Nearing the End of the Road in 2022 Following Dixie Fire.
Mutual Aid
Training and Development (T&D) assignments are temporary assignments to provide an employee training and experience to move to a different occupational field. A T&D assignment is a formal agreement between the employee, the current supervisor, and the new supervisor. The duration of agreements can vary in length but shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.
The duration may also be the length of experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications. Please note they are only available to current California State employees who have permanent status.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Telework Opportunity
DMV Pull Program
Conflict of Interest (COI)
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-433954
Position #(s):
163-500-5393-004
Working Title:
Special Project Lead
Classification:
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
$5,684.00 - $7,114.00 A
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.
Cal OES is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.,
The Recovery Section is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments, special districts, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses and agricultural communities impacted by disasters. The Recovery Section ensures state and federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process.
In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.
More information may be found here:
Recovery Directorate | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov
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.
Application Instructions
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: 6/5/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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).
How To Apply
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Attn: HR Unit- KC
Human Resources Recruitment
10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard
Mather, CA 95655
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
HR Unit-KC
Human Resources Recruitment
10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard
Mather, CA 95655
Please drop off at HR Window; Second Floor. This excludes holidays and weekends.
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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
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.
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:
Have awareness of modern project management methods
Be familiar with modern business analysis and reporting tools, similar to Tableau, Power BI, etc.
Have experience in business process development/documentation
Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner
Possess excellent customer service skills
Demonstrate willingness to assume complex duties and adapt to changing priorities
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplined team environment with diverse stakeholders
Perform both independently and in a cooperative team environment
Be proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks
Have experience in providing reports and data analysis
Demonstrate ability to offer succinct, value-added recommendations, and exercise sound judgment
Demonstrate ability to follow directions, protocols, and procedures
Have excellent attendance
Possess strong organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate attention to detail
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines
Be able to work in remote areas and makeshift office environments
Benefits
Mather Campus 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.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
HR Unit-KC
(916) 845-8321
Recruitments@caloes.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 845-8527
EEO@CalOES.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
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 may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position.
The SOQ should be no more than two pages, single-spaced in 12-point Arial font with 1-inch margins. Place your name in the upper right-hand corner of the document and number the questions in the same order they appear below.
PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:
1.Using plain speech, describe how your background, experience, and/or education makes you a great fit for this position at Cal OES and why you would like to work at Cal OES.
2.Convey your experience simplifying project data into well formatted, easily reviewed documents for Executive leadership.
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
Examination Information
To obtain list eligibility please click on the link below:
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
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