ANALYST III

Caltrans; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking a Performance Analyst (Analyst III) in San Diego County. The role provides high-level guidance on confidential employee matters, enforces district policies, and leads sensitive investigations to ensure alignment with state goals.

This is a permanent, full-time position with a focus on fair procedures and legal compliance. Applicants should be prepared for a formal qualification process and possible examination requirements.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.
• Eligible for hire may depend on score for ANALYST III exam and related state civil service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level consultation, technical and strategic guidance regarding confidential, complex employee issues related to discipline and performance improvement.
• Ensure district-wide policy and procedure implementation aligns with department goals and mitigates legal risks.
• Coordinate and conduct highly sensitive confidential investigations involving ethics violations and other complex claims.

Job description

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.

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 workplace. 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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-531340

Position #(s): 911-007-5402-XXX

Working Title: Performance Analyst

Classification: ANALYST III

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: San Diego County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director's EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director's EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Supervisor I, Performance Manager, the Analyst III, Performance Analyst, provides high-level consultation, technical and strategic guidance and direction to supervisors and managers regarding confidential, complex and sensitive employee issues related to the progressive discipline process, policy implementation and performance improvement. The Analyst III evaluates, researches and ensures district-wide policy and procedure implementation is addressed consistently and fairly, to ensure regional operations align strictly with department goals and mitigate legal risks. The Analyst III plans, coordinates and conducts highly sensitive confidential investigations involving ethics violations and other complex claims/complaints. The Analyst III ensures timeliness of investigations and delivery, and compliance of all investigations with the highest legal and ethical standards. The Analyst III may represent the District as settlement authority in administrative settlement conferences and/or hearings.

PARF# 11-27-0095 / JC-531340

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the ANALYST III exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

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

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

• Summarize your experience with or your knowledge of the progressive discipline process. Provide an example of the process from start to finish.
• Describe your qualifications for serving as an Analyst III, including your experience coordinating the work of others, acting as a team leader, identify concerns, applying policies and procedures, conducting research and analysis, communicating sensitive information and making recommendations to management. Please provide specific examples that demonstrate your experience.
• Offer examples that highlight your ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Please describe instances in which you have interpreted and applied organizational manuals, policies, procedures, training materials, or established practices. Highlight your role and the outcomes of these efforts.
• Describe how you handle challenging customer interactions, including the strategies you use to maintain effective communication and defuse tense situations.
• Explain how you manage competing priorities in a fast moving work setting, including how you organize tasks and maintain balance when handling multiple responsibilities.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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).