ANALYST II

Caltrans; California; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Caltrans in Sacramento County is seeking a Classification and Hiring Analyst (Analyst II) to join the Office of Hiring Services. Under the Branch Chief, you will advise managers on personnel policies and implement procedures while contributing to a team focused on service excellence and process improvement.

Hybrid telework is available and the salary ranges from $6,031 to $7,547 per month. New hires start at the minimum for the classification, and a SOQ is required with detailed responses.

Qualifications

• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required; two pages max, 12-point Arial.
• Describe education, knowledge, skills, and experience with concrete examples.
• Explain approach to problem solving and collaboration with programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to managers on personnel issues, policy changes, and implementations.
• Assist with eligibility determinations and guidance on exams and lists.
• Support continuous improvement and customer service excellence within Hiring Services.

Job description

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.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-533863

Position #(s)

702-008-5393-XXX

Working Title

Classification & Hiring Analyst

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.

Shall Consider

ANALYST I

$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A

$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B

$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Will consider Analyst I

Come work as a Hiring Analyst at a department with opportunities to advance and learn alongside accomplished leadership.

• In this role, you will be working with experienced managers, analysts, and technicians.
• Our team offers flexible schedules, including alternate workweek and telework.
• The department offers mentoring programs for our analysts with top executives; and formal class training, with no extra fees charged to programs per participation.
• The unit is committed to continuous improvement and innovation, using technology to streamline processes.
• The team's focus is for all of us to grow and succeed. We have a great track record for promotions in place.

Under general direction of the Branch Chief, Office of Hiring Services, a Staff Services Manager I, the Classification and Hiring Analyst provides technical guidance to managers and supervisors regarding current personnel issues, policy and procedure changes, and policy implementation.

The incumbent demonstrates a positive attitude and a commitment to providing quality service that is accurate, timely and exceeds our customers' expectations.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Analyst II exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click CalCareers and search by typing in the classification title.

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

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

• Please describe in detail how your education, knowledge, skills, and experience make you the best candidate for this role.
• How would you describe your approach to problem-solving? What steps do you take? Provide an example.
• Describe your experience working collaboratively with other programs and management.
• Describe your customer service philosophy.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 .

PARF#22-27-0102 JC#533863

Final Filing Date: 10/15/2026

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

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).

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.