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Location

Sacramento County, CA | United States

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Job description

Job Description and Duties

HCD 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. HCD believes the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission. Join HCD and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

Please Note:  A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.  Please see “special requirements” section for statement of qualifications instructions.

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Under California Government Code Section 14200, this position is eligible for hybrid telework and may be eligible for full-time remote work in some circumstances and/or time-periods, at the sole discretion of the Department. Telework-eligible applicants must reside in California. Headquarter location will be designated on the selected candidate's primary residence location. This is subject to change if HCD's criteria is met.

Do you have a passion for making a difference and want to be part of a team that keeps the wheels of government turning smoothly? We're looking for a detailed oriented analyst to join our legislative unit to help shape the future of programs that impact housing and community development!

Under the direction of the Section Chief (Staff Services Manager II) in the Legislative Division, the Legislative Analyst plays an integral role in ensuring the smooth operations of the Division and in maintaining relationships with the Legislature that are critical for the success of the Department.

The Legislative Analyst is responsible for performing a variety of sensitive, high-level administrative and analytical tasks related to tracking and responding to legislative inquiries regarding a wide range of complex topics; coordinating responses on the implementation of policies, programs, and funding; and conducting legislative analysis to determine the impact.  

This position also provides administrative support to the Deputy Director (DD) and Section Chief by maintaining electronic tracking systems for pending bills; analyzing, developing, and distributing various reports; maintaining the DD’s calendar, and scheduling and arranging sensitive meetings with internal and external parties.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

Confidentiality
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.

Employment Application (STD.678)

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Resume’s or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 will not be considered.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to the standard state application (form STD 678). Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to a formal interview. Resumes, cover letters, or any other documents cannot substitute the SOQ . When completing the SOQ, number your responses , include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain all answers thoroughly. Your SOQ should not exceed two pages, single-spaced, Arial 12-point font and address the following :

1. Please describe your experience critically analyzing public policy, developing recommendations, and problem solving a high-stakes issue.  Please include any legislative experience writing, reviewing, and analyzing bills.
2. Please describe your experience working in a politically sensitive environment where you had to exercise discretion and your experience working with executive level staff and elected officials.
3. Please describe your experience reviewing complex written deliverables and providing detailed feedback.

HCD Disclosure Requirements

Selected candidates may be subject to rules imposed by a Conflict of Interest Code that apply to HCD employees, which may require filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700).

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:

• The position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills. The incumbent must have demonstrated experience effectively communicating with various levels of management and staff, both in person and through written and verbal communications. The incumbent must have experience working in a highly collaborative environment to develop and maintain effective working relationships and work cooperatively with others. The incumbent will be expected to respond to inquiries from Department management and internal and external customers in a timely and effective manner. 
• The incumbent must demonstrate strong critical analysis skills and be able to guide ad hoc working groups consisting of staff at all levels through complex, sensitive issues, and to think critically and independently. The incumbent must be able to assimilate and evaluate input from various sources, develop alternative courses of action, and make objective recommendations. 
• The incumbent must have the ability to develop cooperative working relationships; reason logically and creatively; and have experience utilizing a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex legislative issues. The incumbent must have the ability to work with minimum direction and supervision; to initiate action independently; and to handle multiple assignments simultaneously. 
• The incumbent must be able to independently research legislative inquiries, analyze issues associated with inquiries, clearly communicate and make recommendations and develop thorough responses. The incumbent must be able to use good judgement and exercise political discretion in disseminating information on highly confidential and sensitive issues on a daily basis. 
• The incumbent must demonstrate a keen attention to detail be able to accurately maintain all internal Division tracking systems, prepare various reports, responsible for data accuracy and be responsible for the division’s administrative tasks.  

Benefits

HCD employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements, which are contracts negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define employees' wages, hours, and conditions of employment.

Some added benefits HCD offers include: Flexible Work Hours, Telework Opportunities, Health, Dental & Vision Benefits, Paid Sick & Vacation, Retirement, Basic Group Term Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 11 Paid Holidays, 401(k) & 457 plans, Military Leave, Student Loan Forgiveness, Long Term Care, Group Legal Services, and Reimbursement Accounts.

** HCD Headquarters is moving to a new location in the Summer of 2024, which is close to light rail and the Sacramento River waterfront!**

For more details about employee benefits, visit the

Additional Information

Click on the following link to complete a department recruitment survey: 
To become 'list eligible' for consideration, interested candidates must successfully pass a civil service exam.

You may apply and take the exam online at .

If you're new to the state application process please visit .

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:

• "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualifications section.

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