ANALYST II

California Department of Social Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 6,000 - 7,500; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services in Sacramento seeks an Analyst II for the Children’s Residential Program – Policy Unit. This permanent, full‑time role supports policy development, writes regulations, and analyzes bills and budgets.

Hybrid telework is available; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Under supervision, the Analyst II may lead teams and manage independent projects on state legislation and budget trailer bills.

Qualifications

• Background Investigation is required prior to hire.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Supervisor I, the Analyst II will perform full journey level analytical duties and may lead team members in policy work.
• Develop and write regulations, policies, procedures, and formal communications independently and with other program sections.
• Exercise independence over policies and projects including state legislation and budget trailer bills.

Job description

Position Details

Working Title: Analyst II

Job Code #: JC-536068

Position #: 800-880-5393-XXX

Classification: ANALYST II

Salary: $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: 2

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities. The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive.

It is the mission of the Children's Residential Program to protect and improve the lives of all youth who reside in a community care facility through the administration of a transparent licensing system that is collaborative, fair, and supportive of families.

CDSS Guiding Principles

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging. We ensure opportunities for everyone to participate in a meaningful way in fulfilling the mission and vision of CDSS.

Community Engagement We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.

Empowerment We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person have desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.

Quality Services We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.

Data Defined Outcomes We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Job Description And Duties

THE CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM – POLICY UNIT IS RECRUITING FOR TWO PERMANENT, FULL-TIME ANALYST II. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SACRAMENTO, CA.

Under the direction of the Supervisor I, the Analyst II will perform full journey level analytical duties. The Analyst II may function independently and/or as a team leader/member in the conduct of policy and administrative support to the Community Care Licensing Program. The Analyst II is required to develop and write regulations, policies, procedures, controlled correspondence, bill analysis, and formal communications independently and with other program sections. The Analyst II will exercise a high degree of independence over policies and projects the CRP deems important. This includes state legislation, legislation, and budget trailer bills.

The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Application Specifics

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 inaccurate or incomplete. 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 official transcripts at the time of hire.

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.

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.

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 workplace. 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.