Applications Analyst

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plans (401(k) and 457(b)

Job summary

The State of California is seeking an Analyst II/Analyst I to support the Early Education Division in managing funding applications and grant programs. The role blends fiscal oversight with grant documentation, RFAs, and CFAs, and provides technical assistance to grantees and internal teams.

The position is HYBRID, headquartered in Sacramento, with a path for hybrid telework for eligible California applicants. Strong Excel and data management skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in fiscal management.
• Experience preparing and reviewing fiscal documents, such as invoices, expenditure reports, and budgets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in data management and analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to independently research issues and complete work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support development of funding applications and fiscal management of grant programs within the EED.
• Assist with development and review of RFAs and CSPP CFAs.
• Write, review, and prepare grant documents and provide technical assistance to grantees and internal staff regarding CFAs, RFAs, contracts, and grants.

Skills

Fiscal management

Excel proficiency

Data management & analysis

Attention to detail

Independent research

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 11/9/2026

Are you interested in becoming a member of a supportive and dedicated team working to lead Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) in California through an innovative, inclusive, and high-performing early education system? The Early Education Division (EED) at the California Department of Education (CDE) supports the state's early education system by advancing equitable opportunities that help children, families, and communities thrive through the implementation of UPK. By supporting early education programs and educators through research and evidence-based training, resources, and guidance, the EED helps ensure that all of California's children have access to high-quality services and education and develop a strong early learning and care foundation for school and lifelong success.

Under the general direction of the Supervisor I of the Contracts and Grants Administration Office within the EED, and working cooperatively with program units and supervisors throughout the CDE, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the development of funding applications and the fiscal management of grant programs within the EED.

The incumbent will assist with the development and review of Request for Applications (RFAs) and California State Preschool Program (CSPP) Continued Funding Applications (CFAs). In addition, the incumbent will assist with the writing, review, and preparation of grant documents and provide written and verbal technical assistance to grantees and internal CDE division staff regarding CFAs, RFAs, contracts, and grants.

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s)shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

CDE is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Additionally, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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

Working Conditions

HYBRID

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. Currently, the hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of two days per week in the office.

Minimum Requirements

• ANALYST II
• ANALYST I

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.

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.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in fiscal management.
• Experience preparing and reviewing fiscal documents, such as invoices, expenditure reports, and budgets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in data management and analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to independently research issues and complete work assignments.

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

• Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

Hiring Unit Contact:
Javier Heredia
[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.

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.