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

Description

Job Description and Duties

This job posting is being used to fill a permanent, full-time Staff Service Analyst position, working as the Budgets Analyst, in the Accounting Office.

Please note - If additional positions become available, this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in any of the following areas: Accounting, Administration, ADA, Community Resources, Education, Grievances, Personnel, Plant Operations, and Youth Offender Program.

You must have taken and passed the examination for the Staff Services Analyst classification, be a current state employee with lateral transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility to apply.

Please see the Examination Information section for additional information.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position.

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

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

Working Conditions

• Position is located at Valley State Prison in Chowchilla, CA

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-430584


Position #(s):

XXX

Working Title:

BUDGET ANALYST

Classification:

STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3, $4,561.00 A

$3, $4,933.00 B

$4, $5,916.00 C

# of Positions:

1


Work Location:
Madera County


Telework:
In Office


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Work Shift:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM


Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation's largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country.

We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace.

We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported. We believe all staff should be empowered. CDCR/CCHCS are proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of both Departments.

Facility Information

Valley State Prison is located in the central San Joaquin Valley about 30 miles north of Fresno and in close proximity to Yosemite National Park.

Surrounding communities are affordable and offer excellent educational opportunities.


Department Website:
Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information 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), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.

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

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 an applicant 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 an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to CDCR are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

Please submit your application and any other applicable or required documents on or before the final filing date. Applications may be submitted electronically using your CalCareers account at , by mail, or in person. Applications submitted by mail must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.

If you are personally delivering your application, you must do so between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday, on or before the final filing date.

Your completed STD 678 must show in detail your education and work experience. All types of appointments will be considered. All applicants, regardless of the type of eligibility, must meet the Minimum Qualifications of the classification.

To view the Minimum Qualifications, please visit the CalHR website at "" and type in either the class code or title of the classification you are applying for.

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: 5/17/2024

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:

Valley State Prison


Attn:
Hiring and Recruitment

21633 Avenue 24

P.O. Box 98

Chowchilla, CA

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Valley State Prison

Personnel - Hiring and Recruitment

21633 Avenue 24

Chowchilla, CA

Applications can be dropped off Monday - Friday in the secure lock box outside of Personnel from:

08:00 AM - 03:30 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 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 is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions provided will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications" section below for specific requirements.
• Other -A copy of your college transcripts is required, reflecting the required/qualifying education. Please refer to the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Class Specifications for additional information on required/qualifying education. Applications submitted without required proof of education will be rejected if education is being used to meet the minimum 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:

• Excellent time, resource, and project management skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Skilled in the usage of computer applications to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and the budget portion of the Business Information System (BIS)
• Ability to take initiative; work independently; work under pressure to meet deadlines; and easily adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships across all levels of government
• Ability to research and analyze policies, regulations, and other complex information
• Knowledge of principles and practices of, and experience in the preparation, justification, and analysis of budgets
• Strong analytical skills and experience; ability to use a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex budgeting issues
• Ability to present ideas and information through effective verbal and written communication
• Exercise good judgement on complex issues to include problem identification, resolution, and making appropriate recommendations to management
• Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued

Benefits

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Salary and Benefits website at:

Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at:

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at:

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

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.


Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Janelle Rosa

ext: 5603


Hiring Unit Contact:
Janelle Rosa

ext: 5603

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:
Hiring and Recruitment

ext: 5603


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


STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is being required to obtain information regarding each applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities as related to the position.

Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete, and will not be considered.

Additionally, resumes, cover letters, and all other documents will not be considered as a response to the SOQ.

The completed SOQ must follow this format:
No more than two single sided pages, standard letter-sized paper, single spaced, and 12 point Arial font.

Your document needs to be titled "Statement of Qualifications" and your first and last name must be typed on the top of each page.

In your SOQ, describe your experience and skills as it relates to the questions below. Type the question number and question before your response. Each question must be answered separately.

• Provide a brief description of any experience you have independently planning, organizing and prioritizing your workload.
• Provide a brief description of any experience you have in monitoring and tracking multiple program budgets.
• Provide a brief description of any experience you have in providing program information and making recommendations to management.

Examination information

To obtain list eligibility for the Associate Governmental Program Analyst classification, before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the Staff Services Analyst exam:

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.