ANALYST IV

California Department of Developmental Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services seeks an Analyst IV to lead complex consultation, project implementation, and analytical work with regional centers, IDEA specialists, vendors, and other state partners to advance interagency policy and transition planning for individuals from birth to 22 years in the K-12 system.

This hybrid role requires navigating multi-agency initiatives, coordinating with CDE and DOR, LEAs, and community organizations to strengthen supports for families

Qualifications

• The 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex consultation, project implementation, and analytical duties.
• Coordinate interagency collaboration with regional centers, IDEA specialists, vendors, and other state agencies to support policy development and transition efforts for individuals aged birth to 22.

Job description

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Job Description And Duties

The Analyst IV performs the most complex journey level work specializing in consultation, project implementation, and analytical duties working with regional centers, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Specialists, vendors, and other state agencies to support the Department of Developmental Services’ (Department) mission through interagency collaboration and policy development for individuals receiving services from the regional center and K-12 system ages birth to 22 years old. The position provides expert-level consultation in coordinating comprehensive, multi-faceted services with state departments, including the California Department of Education (CDE) and California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), as well as local educational agencies (LEAs) and other community-based organizations, to support families and building regional center staff capacity to enhance transition efforts for individuals preparing for life after high school.

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.

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.

Occasional statewide travel may be required.

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-533471


• Position #(s): 472-585-5403-917


• Working Title: Analyst IV


• Classification: ANALYST IV


• Salary: $7,276.00 - $9,107.00 A


• # of Positions: 1


• 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 centres and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centres. The regional centres 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 12th 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.

• Describe your experience working with different community partners to analysis complex systemic challenges. Identify what the challenges were and how you led the group in developing strategies to mitigate these gaps to achieve timely implementation of program goals? Please provide a specific example.


• Describe your experience analyzing complex legislation and/or policies that impact multiple agencies. Draw from your own personal experience how you would from your analysis, develop and implement a new interagency initiative with partners agencies to support high school-age individuals with intellectual/ developmental disabilities and their families plan for life after high school. Which agencies would you partner with and why? What barriers would you work to eliminate? What strategies would you utilize to oversee the implementation of this initiative?

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.

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: Journey level experience conducting research and analytical practices. Familiarity with state and federal laws, regulations, and trends in public and private secondary, and post-secondary education. Current understanding of trends and practices in career, vocational counseling, independent living, and self-advocacy for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Regional center system Lanterman Act, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Part C to B transition, the transition from high school into postsecondary activities, and Workforce Investment and Opportunities Act. Program planning and monitoring experience with the state contracting process; contract monitoring and compliance, and research and statistical methods.

Ability to: Independently exercise creativity in the formulation and development of resources, materials, training education, and vocation program design; independently conduct complex research and analytical studies of statute and regulations; apply educational policy. Present ideas clearly and concisely to partners; establish effective working relationships with internal and external partners; and exercise tact, resourcefulness, and judgment with all groups. Independently manage a project within the resources provided; analyze statutes and regulations to make recommendations to leadership, develop, review, and edit documents; establish and maintain project and departmental priorities; work effectively with administrative personnel in the Department and other governmental agencies.

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

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

Tracy Ibarra

[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 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 .

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.