Department of Social Services
Location
Sacramento County, CA | United States
Job description
Under direction of the Staff Services Manager I of the Data Information & Support Unit of the Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) and working cooperatively with program units and supervisors throughout the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) provides analytical services.
40% Program Responsibilities
35% Administrative Responsibilities
10% Technical Support Responsibilities
10% Data Responsibilities
5% Other Duties
Benefits: The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.Telework / Remote Work Information: This position has been designated as eligible for telework. The position may require in-person attendance when requested.
Need help understanding the examination and hiring process? Do you have a question about CDSS? We'd love to hear from you! Please contact us at [email protected]. Please include the job classification and job control number in the subject line.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
This work location is very convenient! The CDSS is located two blocks from the 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.
Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.
The SOQ should be typed with a 1 inch margin, size 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and no more than two pages in length. Place Name, Job Control, and Date at the top of each page.
1. Describe how your education, experience, and background have prepared you to successfully perform the specific job duties for this position. Please include your experience working with and utilizing a variety of computer applications.
2. Share how well versed you are in Microsoft Excel.
3. Describe your communication skills, both written and oral, and your experience presenting before a wide range of audiences including management/executive staff.
4. Describe your experience researching and analyzing data to make a recommendation. Include the steps that you took in order to make recommendations, your role in working with other partners and interest holders, and what were your end results.
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.
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide office transcripts at the time of hire.
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.
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.
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:
• Effective project management skills
• Effective communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Well versed in computer applications and web services
• Experience making recommendations to leadership
• Able to multi-task and re-prioritize effectively and often
• Experience in Project Management, Procurement, and Contract Management
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
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:
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 [email protected] .
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:
(SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.
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