ANALYST III

California Department of Social Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services seeks a Project Manager (Analyst III) in Sacramento to oversee planning, implementation, and tracking of the mychildcareplan.org project and related initiatives within the SDLP bureau.

This permanent, full-time role requires strong organizational skills, cross‑functional coordination, and the ability to develop project documentation and facilitate working groups; salary ranges reflect California state compensation.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex projects in a government or large organization.
• Ability to develop project documentation and track milestones.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, implementation, and tracking of assigned projects.
• Facilitate working groups and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Serve as main point of contact for project communications.

Job description

Position Details

Job Code # JC-532089

Position #(s): 800-657-5402-001

Working Title: Project Manager

Classification: ANALYST III

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

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.

The mission of the Research, Automation, and Data Division (RADD) is to improve the way the Department collects, manages, and deploys data to support the efficient, effective, and equitable delivery of government social services. RADD manages major statewide initiatives to streamline and automate eligibility determination and benefit administration for key safety net programs, and leads efforts such as human-centered design, data governance, automation and continuous quality improvement, data visualization and analysis, and research partnerships to improve client outcomes and promote program integrity. Across these efforts, RADD provides coaching to the Department on all aspects of the data lifecycle.

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 Research, Automation, and Data Division is seeking a highly motivated, organized, innovative, and tactical Project Manager (PM) to join us as an Analyst III. Under the general direction of the SDLP Bureau Chief, the Analyst III serves as a Project Manager (PM) in the Strategic Vision and Management Team (SVMT). The PM is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and tracking the completion of tasks for mychildcareplan.org project, Modernized Beneficiary Communication HR1 initiative, and other projects within the scope of SDLP bureau. This includes, but is not limited to, development of all project documentation, facilitation of working groups, review of deliverables, and serving as the main point of contact for all project‑related communications. Additionally, the PM contributes to the development of standards of practice for SVMT activities. This position requires imaginative thinking, adaptability, and a familiarity with technology, data, and/or research projects.

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.

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Special Requirements

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified for this position.

Do not include any confidential information in any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. A cover letter or resume do not take the place of an SOQ. Please title the page “Statement of Qualifications,” include your name and number your responses to correspond with each question. Include all relevant experience, education, and training for each question. Responses shall be no longer than two pages in length total, single‑spaced, and no smaller than Arial 11 pt. font. A notation or reference to other materials such as resume, or the application will not be considered. Failure to follow these directions or to answer all SOQ questions may disqualify the application. Please respond to the following in your SOQ.

• Describe your experience as a Project Manager. This includes, but is not limited to developing core project documentation, maintaining control of project scope and timeline, effectively allocating project resources, mitigating risks and issues, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction, removing barriers to success, evaluating project performance, and drafting or approving deliverables.
• Describe your experience leading cross‑functional teams and driving projects to successful completion. Include examples of how you established priorities, delegated work, monitored progress, resolved challenges, adapted to changing priorities, and ensured project objectives and organizational goals were achieved.
• Describe your experience working with internal and external stakeholders including day to day communication, coordination of meetings, presentations, expectation management, and conflict management/resolution.

Please note: You will need to take and pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a job offer.

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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.

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.

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