Analyst II

California Lottery; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Lottery seeks an Analyst II to support the SLED Theft Unit in Sacramento. The role involves analyzing theft cases, collecting data from Lottery resources, and identifying stolen products. Hybrid telework is available with in-office days required at Lottery Headquarters in Sacramento.

The position operates on swing shift Tue-Sat (1345–2215) and requires a current Analyst II exam, with travel as needed and the ability to work in both team and independent settings.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong multitasking and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a team-centered environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Capable of autonomous work and initiative when needed.
• Experience analyzing data from multiple sources is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support investigatory matters handled by SLED Field Investigations Unit.
• Conduct complex analysis of theft-related criminal cases involving Lottery retailers.
• Collect, analyze, and integrate data from internal Lottery resources to identify stolen products.
• Prepare findings and documentation for field investigations.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Data analysis

Job description

Under direction of the Lieutenant / Supervising Lottery Agent (SLA), Theft Unit, the Analyst II (ANL II) has primary responsibility for supporting investigatory matters handled by Security & Law Enforcement (SLED) Field Investigations Unit. The Analyst II will conduct the most complex and comprehensive analysis of theft related criminal cases generated by Lottery retailers (Victims). The Analyst II will be required to collect, analyze, record, and integrate data from multiple internal Lottery resources to accurately identify stolen Lottery products.

This is a hybrid telework position, requiring a minimum of (2) in-office days per week at Lottery Headquarters (Sacramento). The SLED / Theft Unit is operational (365) days a year, (24) hours a day, including weekends and holidays.

This position is for Swing Shift, Tuesday - Saturday, 1345 - 2215 hours.

This position requires a current Analyst II exam.

This position is headquartered at the Sacramento HQ and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People Are Drawn To The Lottery Because We:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

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

Working Conditions

• Schedule: Theft Unit personnel are assigned to one of the following (8) hour shifts:
• Day Shift (0545 – 1415 hours)
• Swing Shift (1345 – 2215 hours)
• Graveyard Shift (2145 – 0615 hours)

b. Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

c. Other: The Analyst II must be willing to work overtime and the ability to adjust their shift / weekends based on operational needs. The Analyst II is required to work in both a team-centered and independent environment, communicate effectively, and conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner during the performance of their duties.

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 requirements below.

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 ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• The ability to work in a team-centered environment.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to exercise a high degree of indepenence, initiate, and flexability.
• Possess a working knowledge of theft related crimes and the ability to accurately document incidents for field investigations upon successful completion of initial training.
• The ability to work with multiple computer programs and databases simultaneously.
• Must be willing to work various shifts (Days, Swing, Graveyard), including weekends and holidays.
• The ability to work under changing priorities.
• The ability to gather information by phone and email.