Staff services Analyst - Sacramento, United States - State of California

Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direct supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) of State and Federal Relations, the Legislative Associate* (SSA) performs analytical work to support the Government Relations (GR) Division's successful engagement with internal and external policy stakeholders.

The Legislative Analyst is responsible for tracking and actively monitoring committee hearings, reviewing legislation, and drafting policy positions, acting as a liaison between legislative offices and the Chancellor's Office.

The Legislative Associate works under the supervision of the AVC of State and Federal Relations to perform assigned analytical and research duties that inform community college systemwide policy strategy and priorities.

In addition to researching legislature, this position requires frequent communication and/or interaction with institutional partners, key stakeholders, and system leadership.

To gain eligibility for this position, make sure to take the exam for
Staff Services Analyst: 3PBAU.PDF )

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• Employees must reside in CA for a job appointment.

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

Working Conditions

Ability to use standard computer and/or office machines for an extended period of time.

Work in a climate-controlled, open office environment under artificial lighting.

Exposure to computer screens and other basic office equipment.

Periodic presentations may occasionally be required.

Ability to effectively work in a hybrid/telework setting within the state of CA.

Hybrid work setting provided.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

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  STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details


Job Code #:
JC-428369


Position #(s):

Working Title:
Legislative Associate


Classification:

STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3, $4,561.00 A

$3, $4,933.00 B

$4, $5,916.00 C

# of Positions:

1


Work Location:
Sacramento County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Work Shift:
Hybrid Work Setting, 8am-5pm in CA


Work Week:
Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Department Information

The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in the nation, with 1.8 million students attending 116 colleges.

Our colleges provide students with the knowledge and background necessary to compete in today's economy.

With a wide range of educational offerings, the colleges provide workforce training, basic courses in English and math, certificate and degree programs and preparation for transfer to four-year institutions.

The mission of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and the Chancellor's Office is to empower the community colleges through leadership, advocacy and support.

The Chancellor's Office values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

We share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive community and we see these values as connected to our mission and critical to ensure the well-being of our staff and the students we serve.

For more information, see

Vision 2030 | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office )

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) provides detailed information about your experiences and allows the hiring manger to better assess your qualifications for this position The SOQ demonstrates your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

The SOQ should include responses to the below desired qualifications listed below. A resume or cover letter will not be considered a substitute for the required SOQ. Each response within the SOQ must include reference to the correlating number and/or question. Maximum of 750 words in length.

• Describe an example of a successful policy advocacy effort in which you played a significant role. (Please limit your response to 250 words).
• Describe your process for reviewing and analyzing proposal. As you write this, you may wish to consider writing it in the same format as a bill analysis. (Please limit your response to 250 words).
• Describe your familiarity with the public higher education systems of California, particularly the community colleges (Please limit your response to 250 words).

Please do NOT add any confidential information to your application or supporting documentation such as: social security number, date of birth, disability information, LEAP status, examination scores, pictures, etc.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

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: 5/2/2024

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 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:

Board of Governors, California Community Colleges


Attn:
Human Resources Office

1102 Q Street, #4400

Sacramento, CA 95811

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Board of Governors, California Community Colleges

Human Resources Office

1102 Q Street, #4400

Sacramento, CA 95811

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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications -A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) provides detailed information about your experiences and allows the hiring manger to better assess your qualifications for this position. The SOQ demonstrates your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for specific SOQ requirements.

Other:
You must provide a copy of your degree or transcripts if you're basing eligibility on education

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:

• Experience leading or working with proposal development, which can include policy, legislation, budget, or research oriented projects.
• Experience in federal and/or state level advocacy work.
• Strong analytical, research, presentation, written and communication skills.
• An understanding of California's higher education system and the policies that govern these public agencies.
• Ability to take initiative and make informed decisions and efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects at once.
• Ability to work with teams across different divisions on an issue area but also work independently when needed.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Chancellor's Office team members are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most team members.

• Telework Schedule Options
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $1500 for eligible employees
• Transfer, Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Discounted Public Transit
• CA State employees receive numerous discounts through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

For more information about state employee benefits, please visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR)'s website:

Contact Information

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


Human Resources Contact:
Recruitment Team


Hiring Unit Contact:
Linda Vazquez

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:
Tiffany Argento


California Relay Service:
TTY), Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Applications submitted without a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), verification of education, and resume will be considered not interested in this position.

Applications without a clearly identified SOQ or a SOQ that does not address the topics requested will be considered not interested in this position.

Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ.

Education Verification

When you are applying for a classification with an educational requirement that you are basing your eligibility on, you MUST provide a copy of your degree or transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirement from the classification specification (link on the right side of the screen under "Additional Documentation").

Example:

if you are applying for Staff Services Analyst based on your Bachelor's degree, you must attach a copy of your degree or transcript showing the degree you obtained.

Applicants who fail to provide this information may be disqualified.

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.