ANALYST II

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

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services in Sacramento County seeks an Analyst II to perform advanced classifications and pay analysis, interpret civil service laws, guide recruitment, and conduct research in public personnel management. This hybrid, in-office/telework role requires state service eligibility and offers a salary range of $6,031.00 to $7,547.00 per month.

The position may require statewide travel, and new hires start at the minimum of the classification.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and explains civil service law, rules, and procedures.
• Provides guidance on recruitment and application review.
• Performs research in specific areas of public personnel management.
• Represents the Department at meetings, conferences, and career fairs.

Job description

Work Location: Sacramento County

Job Description And Duties

Under direction, the Analyst II serves as the Classification and Pay (C&P) Analyst performing the more varied complex technical personnel management work in the areas of classification and pay and recruitment. The Analyst II interprets and explains civil service law, rules, and procedures; provides guidance on recruitment and application review; performs research in specific areas of public personnel management; represents the Department of Developmental Services (Department) at meetings, conferences, and career fairs.

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.

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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.

Work is performed in an opened spaced, partitioned office environment. Occasional statewide travel to developmental centers and training locations, less than 10 percent, may be required.

Position Details

Job Code#: JC-536963

Position#(s): 472-521-5393-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.

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: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

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.

The Department Is Located In a Modern, Sustainable And Innovative Office Building At 1215 "O" Street, Sacramento, California. Some Amenities Of The Building Include:

• First floor retail space (separate access from 12 th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors
• Outdoor seating for meal breaks
• Employee fitness center which includes a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms

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.

• Share an experience where you explained complex personnel or human resources-related information to staff or management who were unfamiliar with the topic. What was the situation, how did you ensure understanding, and what resources did you utilize to support your explanation?
• Describe your experience within the Classification and Pay area of Human Resources.

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

11/9/2026

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).

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:

Knowledge of: Computers, copy and fax machines; technical aspects of personnel management; effective communication; good judgment when interacting with the public and professional staff; good computer skills. Principles and practices of public personnel management; classification and pay principle used in analyzing and describing positions, establishing proper salary levels, and conducting classification and pay surveys; techniques of employee recruitment; employee relations and performance evaluation; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, and organization and management.

Ability to: Demonstrate good judgment, work well under pressure, and perform multiple tasks with accuracy and precision. Maintain confidentiality and tact. Work independently and meet deadlines while managing multiple assignments. Interact positively with staff at all levels and demonstrate a willingness to take extra steps to promote quality service. Provide excellent customer service by reporting to work on time and being available to customers and staff, during normal work hours. Operate various office machines; follow directions, evaluate situations accurately and take effective action and complete assignments with accuracy, precision, and neatness. Perform research in various personnel fields; interpret and apply laws, rules, standards, and procedures; develop and administer training programs; analyze and solve difficult technical personnel problems; analyze data and present ideas and information effectively; assume and demonstrate independent responsibility for decisions and actions having broad implications on various aspects of personnel management.

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.
• For More Information, Please Visit The Links Below:
• State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website
• CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026
• CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2027
• 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

Alfonso Alejandre

[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

If you have not taken the Research Data Supervisor I exam/assessment you may find the exam for this classification at the link below. You must take and pass the exam/assessment to obtain eligibility for hire. Click here to gain Analyst II list eligibility, Click here to gain Analyst I list eligibility.

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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.

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.