ANALYST II

California Lottery; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite restaurant

Free gym

Free parking

Job summary

The California Lottery is seeking an Analyst II to support the SLED Theft Unit. Under the Lieutenant/SLA, you will analyze theft-related cases, collect and integrate data from Lottery resources, and identify stolen Lottery products.

This hybrid role requires in-office days at Lottery Headquarters in Sacramento. The position offers a daytime shift (0545-1415) with flexibility for overtime and weekend coverage, and is eligible for telework under California telecommuting rules, with California

Qualifications

• Analyst II level role in security investigations.
• Experience analyzing theft-related cases preferred.
• Ability to collect and correlate data from multiple sources.

Responsibilities

• Support investigatory matters handled by SLED Field Investigations Unit.
• Identify stolen Lottery products by data analysis.
• Collaborate with internal resources and maintain records.

Skills

Analyst II

Multitasking

Teamwork

Verbal & written communication

Independence

Theft knowledge

Data programs

Databases

Shift flexibility

Tools

Database software

Lottery internal systems

Job description

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

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 Day Shift, 0545 - 1415 hours.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento 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.

Why choose the California State Lottery?

• 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

May consider a Training & Development assignment.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

The Lottery is minutes from all that Downtown Sacramento has to offer. Amenities include an onsite restaurant, free gym, close to the light rail station, electric car charging stations, and free parking!!

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)
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required.
• 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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ANALYST II

ANALYST II $6,031.00 - $7,547.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California’s public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California.We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming.We believe in California For All.

In fiscal year 2024-25, the California Lottery generated sales of more than $9.2 billion with approximately $1.9 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers® games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball®, Mega Millions®, and SuperLotto Plus® and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot®.

• The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.
• The position requires a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• If you are basing your eligibility on education, ( http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx ), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial ; official transcripts will be required upon appointment . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Desirable Qualifications

• 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 independence, imitative, and flexibility.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.

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.calottery.com

Human Resources, JC-537021
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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
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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.

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.