Job Description and Duties

METROPOLITAN STATE HOSPITAL- Located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County

The Department of State Hospitals-Metropolitan is accepting applications for Associate Governmental Program Analyst/Associate Personnel Analyst, permanent/fulltime.

DSH- Metropolitan is seeking a highly motivated self-starter who possesses excellent customer service, analytical and communication skills to work in a fast paced environment.

Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) or designee in the Examination and Selection Services Unit of the Human Resources (HR) Department, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA)/Associate Personnel Analyst (APA) performs the more responsible, varied and complex technical work such as provide timely and appropriate personnel management consultation and technical assistance to management and staff and ensuring decisions and actions on selections are consistent with laws, policies, and standards governing the State Civil Service Merit System and meet management needs. The AGPA/APA will support and promote a positive work environment and maintain professional relationships with all levels of staff and stakeholders of Department of State Hospitals (DSH). All Selection Services staff are expected to do some travel and occasional work on weekends.

Interested candidates who have good attendance, punctuality, the ability to work well with others and knowledge of modern office methods, equipment and applications, California State Personnel and Civil Service laws, rules and regulations and Human Resources experience are highly desired. Willing to consider Associate Personnel Analyst. Duties will reflect the appropriate position candidate is hired into.

Note: The Associate Governmental Program Analyst eligibility list may be used as an appropriate for the Associate Personnel Analyst. Candidates with Associate Governmental Program Analyst eligibility must also meet the minimum qualifications for the Associate Personnel Analyst classification in order to be eligible for appointment.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Your SOQ should be no more than two (2) pages, Arial 12-point font, single-spaced and must include:

Your name and Job Control number

Your responses to the following questions:

• Describe your experience interpreting and applying personnel laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.

• Describe your experience in Hiring, and Recruitment.

• Describe your ability to work independently, establish priorities, develop a plan of action to meet deadlines.

To be considered for this Job Opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of: permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the announcement as of the date this test is taken. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM.

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1764

• Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Face Coverings

While working on-site, employees must follow current face covering guidance as issued by CDPH.

Telework

The possibility and extent of telework opportunities is at the discretion of the department and manager for which the incumbent is working. Additional questions regarding telework may be directed to the hiring manager during the onsite interview.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
• ASSOCIATE PERSONNEL ANALYST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-433748

Position #(s):

487-543-5393-XXX

Working Title:

AGPA/APA- Exams and Selections Unit

• Metropolitan State Hospital- 24-199

Classification:

ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

$5,684.00 - $7,114.00 A

Shall Consider:

ASSOCIATE PERSONNEL ANALYST

$5,684.00 - $7,114.00 A

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

DSH - Metropolitan

Department Information

Opened in 1916, DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital is in the vibrant community of Norwalk,15 miles east of Los Angeles. To the south are entertainment venues like Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, the marinas and beaches of Huntington, Newport and Laguna.

To the west are Palos Verdes and Marina Del Rey. DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital has an open campus within a security perimeter. The hospital operates approximately 826 beds.

The commitment categories of patients treated at DSH-Metropolitan: Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act, Incompetent to Stand Trial (PC 1370), Offenders with Mental Health Disorders (Penal Code Section 2964/2972/2974), Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (PC 1026). Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Unless there is a specific request to be notified via USPS mail, our main contact will be via email. Email correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from MSH.Recruitment@dsh.ca.gov.

It is the applicant's responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk/spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email.

Employees applying for this position who wish to be considered on a transfer basis must meet the minimum qualifications and all transfer rules. You may also be required to provide additional documents, such as copies of your college transcripts during the screening process when applicable. Please provide proof of the highest paying class you were permanently appointed to from an eligible list.

All Examination and/or Employment Application forms must include: "to" and "from" dates (month/day/year); time base; and civil service class titles. Examination and/or Employment Application forms received without this information will be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Examination and/or Employment Application (STD. 678) form.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

EMAILED OR FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Applicants are responsible for obtaining proof of mailing or submission of their applications to MSH-Human Resources Department, Selection Services Unit. Confirmation/receipt of USPS mailed submittals can only be provided for by Certified Mail.

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: 6/10/2024

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.

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:

Department of State Hospitals

Attn: Selection Services Unit

11401 South Bloomfield Ave

Norwalk, CA 90650

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of State Hospitals

Human Resources Department

11401 South Bloomfield Ave

Norwalk, CA 90650

Closed on weekends and holidays

07:30 AM - 04:30 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

• A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Your SOQ should be no more than two (2) pages, Arial 12-point font, single-spaced and must include:
  
  Your name and Job Control number Your responses to the following questions: 1. Describe your experience interpreting and applying personnel laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures. 2. Describe your experience in Hiring, and Recruitment. 3. Describe your ability to work independently, establish priorities, develop a plan of action to meet deadlines.

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.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Working for the State offers great opportunities, generous benefits, and career development. Benefits information may be obtained by going to https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

In addition, you can look forward to:

• Free parking

• Convenient to public transportation

• Located near multiple eateries and major freeway access

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Selection Services Unit

(562) 521-1752

msh.recuitment@dsh.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

(562) 521-1301

lori.lawrenz@dsh.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.

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.