ANALYST III

CA HIGH SPEED RAIL AUTHORITY; California; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

Job summary

State of California is seeking an Analyst III to serve as a subject matter expert for budget development and implementation. The role involves complex research, monitoring of appropriations, and oversight of the Capital Outlay program, with a focus on producing clear reports and presentations for executives and stakeholders.

The position supports the Governor’s Budget process, collaborates with multiple teams, and requires strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with state budget process and drills, or similar complex process.
• Experience with capital outlay budgets or projects.
• Knowledge of contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with data analysis to draw sound conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement budgetary items for the Authority.
• Prepare drills related to the Governor’s Budget and monitor appropriations and expenditures.
• Oversee the Capital Outlay program and expenditures and craft concise reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

FI$Cal

CalSTARS

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

PowerPoint

Job description

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/20/2026

Under general direction of the Supervisor II, the Analyst III will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and performs the most complex research and analytical work required for the development and implementation of the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) budgetary items, including but not limited to preparing various drills related to the annual Governor’s Budget, monitoring the Authority’s appropriations and expenditures, management and oversight of the Capital Outlay program and expenditures, and crafting well written reports and providing concise presentations. The incumbent oversees and reviews various levels of research based data, reports, and expenditures, conducts thorough analysis, and makes recommendations to upper management, executives, and various stakeholders.

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

Working Conditions

Part-time telework is available for this position for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options. While working on site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled cubicle which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. Incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and video display terminal and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. Employee must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Employees may be required to travel outside of their workstation to perform general tasks.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ANALYST III

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals.

For additional information please visit https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Are you looking for a different type of state government job? Something with a little more excitement and a more fast-paced and fluid environment? How about an opportunity to be part of one of the most remarkable transportation projects in California's history? The California High-Speed Rail Authority is a small and dynamic state agency that is looking for employees who are interested in a challenging and rewarding job opportunity.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. The SOQ must be no morethan two (2) pages and organized and numbered as reflected below. You mustrespond to all the following items. Applicants who do not follow theserequirements may be disqualified from the hiring process.

Desirable Qualifications

• State budget process experience (budget cycle, drills, legislation, BCPs, etc.) or external process with similar complexity.
• Experience working with bonds and grant funding.
• Experience with capital outlay budgets or projects.
• Knowledge of contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, exercise a high degree of confidentiality, initiative, responsibility, and independence in a fast-paced work environment.
• Experience working collaboratively in a team setting. Experience analyzing and using data to draw sound conclusions.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain professional and courteous working relationships with colleagues, management, executive level staff, and internal/external stakeholders.
• Experience working in FI$Cal, CalSTARS, or other complex financial systems.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.
• Experience monitoring appropriations, expenditures, and budget balances.
• Experience performing complex fiscal analysis.
• Experience working with Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience preparing and presenting financial reports, memos, and other information for management and stakeholders.
• Possess strong analytical skills, good research skills, verbal and written communication skills, effective time management skills, and good attendance.

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, a retirement pension, and a telework stipend if applicable, and an array of other options.

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: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/

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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:
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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.

Location

The High-Speed Rail Authority headquarters building is located in downtown Sacramento on the corner of 8th and L Street. We are located one block away from the 8th and Capitol light rail stop, as well as the 7th and Capitol light rail stop. The building is also within walking distance of DOCO, the California State Capitol Park, a farmer’s market during summer months, and Old Sacramento.

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.