Senior Program Analyst - Los Angeles, United States - State of California

Description

Governor's Office of Planning and Research

JC

JC
Senior Program Analyst

ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

Final Filing Date:
5/18/2024


Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

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The Governor's Office of Planning & Research (OPR) seeks to fill a

Limited-Term/Full Time Associate Governmental Program Analyst

in the Youth Empowerment Commission.

Originally created by AB 46 (L.

Rivas, 2021), the Youth Empowerment Commission (YEC) was formally established at OPR in 2023 as a statewide advisory body to provide meaningful opportunities for civic engagement to improve the quality of life for California's disconnected and disadvantaged youth and to make meaningful recommendations regarding legislation and state policy.

The Office of Planning and Research is seeking to hire a Senior Program Analyst for the Youth Empowerment Commission (YEC).

The Senior Program Analyst is responsible for leading the development and implementation of annual reports, developing best practices, leading, and coordinating efforts to develop and implement youth empowerment initiatives and programs, as directed by the YEC.

This position serves as a lead analyst and independently conducts varied complex research activities to support data collection, implementation, and analysis for YEC.

You will find additional information about the job in the

Duty Statement

.
Working Conditions

Located in an office setting in downtown Sacramento, directly across from the State Capitol. Various coffee shops and restaurants conveniently located within walking distance. Available street parking and State-owned parking garages nearby for convenience. Telework may be available in accordance with OPR's Telework Policy.
All OPR employees must reside in California upon appointment.
Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.


ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

This is a 12-month limited term position which may be extended to 24 months and may become permanent.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Department Information

The Office of Planning and Research (OPR) serves the Governor and his Cabinet as staff for long-range planning and research and constitutes the comprehensive state planning agency.

OPR assists the Governor and the Administration in planning, research, policy development, and legislative analysis.

OPR formulates long- range state goals and policies to address land use, climate change, population growth and distribution, urban expansion, infrastructure development, groundwater sustainability and drought response, and resource protection.

OPR's budget programs include State Planning and Policy Development, Strategic Growth Council, California Volunteers, Office of Community Partnership and Strategic Communication, Racial Equity Commission, and Youth Empowerment Commission.

OPR is a fast-paced, creative work environment that requires staff to have strong collaboration skills, an ability to quickly respond to changing policy needs, and a positive attitude and sense of humor.

Proven commitment to creating a work environment that celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences.

To learn more about OPR, please visit our website:


Please note:
Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

Special Requirements

Do NOT include ANY confidential information to your application on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts.

Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthrate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program status, medical information, marital status, and age.

Confidential information on the first page of the applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination purposes only.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.

If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.

Candidates who have been withheld may file and appeal with the State Personnel Board.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

For those who must submit their application via the postal service, please indicate the position and Job Control numbers for the position which you are applying for.

Using your online CalCareer account to apply electronically is the preferred method of applying for this vacancy and is highly recommended; however, candidates may apply by mail or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

This advertisement may be used forother vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
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:

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:
5/18/2024

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:
Governor's Office of Planning and Research


Attn:
HR
JC
1400 10th Street

Sacramento , CA

95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Governor's Office of Planning and Research

HR
JC
1400 10th Street

Sacramento , CA

95814

Monday through Friday (except holidays)

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 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 -

Please see

"Supplemental Questionnaire"

section below for detailed instructions.

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:
5/18/2024

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:
Governor's Office of Planning and Research


Attn:
HR
JC
1400 10th Street

Sacramento , CA

95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Governor's Office of Planning and Research

HR
JC
1400 10th Street

Sacramento , CA

95814

Monday through Friday (except holidays)

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 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 -

Please see

"Supplemental Questionnaire"

section below for detailed instructions.

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:
Education or other experience in social science, public policy, political science, public health, or similar area
Understanding of State Government function
Experience with underserved communities
Strong understanding of youth empowerment concepts, issues, and best practices
Strong research, critical thinking, program implementation and evaluation skills
Experience performing data analysis
Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website,

, and the California Public Employees Retirement System website,

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

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 Office


California Relay Service:
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The Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please answer each question numerically in the same order outlined below. Applications received by those who do not follow the instructions in this section will not be considered. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WITHOUT SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE (SQ) WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.


NOTE:
Resumes, cover letters, and other materials will not be accepted in place of the required SQ.
Applicant must answer the questions listed below in numerical order.
SQ must be typed, single spaced, 12-point Arial font, and no more than three (3) pages in length.
The document shall be titled "Supplemental Questionnaire - (Your Full Name)."
When completing the SQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training for the statement below.

Please describe how your experience, unique skills, connections, and/or education as it relates to the duty statement for the Youth Empowerment Commission Senior Program Analyst role, makes you the most qualified candidate for this position.

What two values are important to consider when working with youth leaders and why?
Please describe any youth empowerment tools, strategies, or frameworks you have worked with or learned about. How did you apply them in your previous work experience(s)?
Please describe your experience with community and stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
Please describe an experience of researching a topic area for your supervisor. What steps did you take? How did you communicate results?
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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