Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager II (SSM II), of the Operations & Program Support Division, the Analyst III, will serve as a highly-skilled independent, non-supervisory contract and project manager, performing a variety of complex business management duties, grant management, project oversight, technical assistance and procurement functions with one or more state entities (i.e., California Conservation Corp (CCC), California Department of Correction and Rehabilitation’s (CDCR) Pine Grove Fire Camp, and County Conservation Camps) or other vendors to lead OYCRs Workforce Development youth track. These functions require a high level of interpersonal, analytical and communication skills and independence of action in carrying out the responsibility for decisions on assigned projects. The incumbent must possess good judgment, is effective in working with others, and is proficient using Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint. The liaison is expected to engage with youth, staff and executives from OYCR, CCC, CDCR, as well as various county staff and executives. As a result, the Liaison must also demonstrate extreme tact and professionalism to accomplish their tasks The Workforce Development youth track focuses on youth who are justice impacted as well as youth on probation, youth transitioning from Secure Youth Treatment Facilities into less restrictive programs, and youth re-entering the community after his or her release from incarceration. If you would like to share how you learned about this career opportunity, please take a moment to complete our brief Recruitment Survey. Need help with applying for positions, taking an examination, or preparing for interviews? Our team is here to support you, reach out anytime at Recruiter@dss.ca.gov For guidance on applying for a state job, visit Three Steps to a State Job. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions The work location is very convenient! The CHHS office at 925 L street in Downtown Sacramento. We are close light rail and public transportation; within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50 and Highway 80. 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. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- ANALYST III Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement Department Information The California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) oversees twelve departments and five offices that provide a range of health care services, social services, mental health services, alcohol and drug services, income assistance, and public health services to Californians from all walks of life. More than 33,000 people work for departments in CHHS at state headquarters in Sacramento, regional offices throughout the state, state institutions and residential facilities serving the mentally ill and people with developmental disabilities. The state hiring process. Successful applicants will have passed an examination for this classification or be an existing State Employee with transfer eligibility and will have followed the instructions under the Special Requirements and Required Application Documents section. Electronic applications are encouraged, and hardcopy applications will be accepted. Hardcopy applications must include the Job Control and Position numbers in the “Explanation” section and be signed and dated.
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https://www.chhs.ca.gov Special Requirements Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified for this position. Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must not be longer than 3 pages, Arial, 12-point font, and1 inch margins. SOQ must be provided to be considered. 1.Based on the Duty Statement, please explain what interests you about this position with OYCR and explain your qualifications to be successful in this role. 2.Describe a specific example of your experience assessing or evaluating the outcomes of a program or initiative. In your response, explain the program’s goals, the methods of data you used to assess its effectiveness, your role in analyzing the results, and how you used your findings to identify successes, address any challenges, or improve program outcomes.
- Tell us about a time when you led or guided a collaborative or team effort. This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history. Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months. If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire. Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment. 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:
- Familiarity and/or experience with workforce development at state and local levels.
- Familiarity and/or experience with state or local government operations.
- Familiarity and/or experience with community-based organizations.
- Familiarity with issues in the juvenile justice system and/or the criminal justice system
- Experience in managing complex projects and/or contracts.
- Lived experience within the juvenile care continuum.
- Ability to foster collaboration, mutual respect, and teamwork.
- Exceptional communication skills both verbally and in writing in a well-organized, accurate, clear and concise manner.
- Ability to research, develop and evaluate alternatives; analyze data and present ideas and recommendations effectively.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and effective editing skills; highly skilled with Microsoft products (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Word).
- Ability to maintain poise and good humor while working in a time-sensitive and results-oriented environment.
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.
TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT
- Public transit (mass transit) passes.
- 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
- 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
- Vanpool drivers and riders
- 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS. Click here to view all the attractive benefits available to state employees! Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 - Salaries do not reflect reductions from the Personal Leave Program, please see the applicable Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for additional information on the length and percentage of reductions. Examination Information Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Social Services must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions. To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement: CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Social Services, please contact the Examination Unit at examinations@dss.ca.gov.