ANALYST II

California Department of Developmental Services; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services seeks an Analyst II to coordinate and manage Deputy Director meetings, prepare agendas, and support division-wide administrative tasks.

The role develops and maintains project tracking tools, analyzes program data for decision making, and supports onboarding and records management in a hybrid in-office/telework environment.

Qualifications

• Coordinate meetings and provide administrative support to managers or project teams.
• Experience coordinating program materials and document distribution is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage Deputy Director's meetings and schedules, prepare agendas, and support division-wide administrative tasks.
• Prepare and format correspondence, memoranda, and approval letters; route and distribute documents electronically.
• Develop and maintain project tracking tools, databases, and spreadsheets to monitor program performance.

Job description

Job Description And Duties

The Analyst II performs a broad range of analytical, administrative, and program support functions to advance division priorities and ensure efficient program operations. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and managing the Deputy Director's meetings and schedules, preparing agendas, and supporting division-wide administrative tasks. The position prepares and formats correspondence, memoranda, approval letters, and other program documents, including coordinating the review, signature routing, and distribution of documents through electronic systems. The incumbent compiles and analyzes program data to support decision-making, develops and maintains project tracking tools, databases, and spreadsheets to monitor program performance, supports onboarding activities and records management, maintains SharePoint files, and provides analytical and administrative support for special projects.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

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

Working Conditions

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-527230
• Position #(s): 472-564-5393-XXX
• Working Title: Analyst II
• Classification: ANALYST II
• $6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
• New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: United States
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Facility: Department of Developmental Services
• Department Information: The California Department of Developmental Services (Department) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Special Requirements

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be numbered in the same order as the following areas, typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions or submit an SOQ may not be considered.

• Describe your experience coordinating meetings and providing administrative support to managers or project teams. Include any experience working with programs or initiatives related to developmental disabilities, regional centers, or other human services programs. Explain your role, the tools or databases you used, and how your work supported program operations.
• Describe your experience preparing, tracking, reviewing, and coordinating the distribution of program materials, such as correspondence, reports, or presentations. Include your role in obtaining approvals and signatures, maintaining project or document tracking systems, and ensuring timely completion and delivery.

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position. The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

Final Filing Date

Final Filing Date: 8/18/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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).

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

• Benefit Eligibility May Be Based On Job Classification, Bargaining Unit, Time Base And Length Of Appointment.
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Outlined For Specific Bargaining Units In Employee Collective Bargaining Contracts.
• State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website
• CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026
• Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact

• Savannah Schmidt
• [phone]
• [e-mail]

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

• Equal Employment Opportunity Office
• [phone]
• [e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list. 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 may not 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 California Department of Human Resources. All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: www.calhr.ca.gov.

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.