Enforcement Analyst

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) within the State of California seeks a Permanent/Full-time Analyst I (Enforcement Analyst) in the Compliance Unit - Enforcement Division, based in Sacramento. Under supervision, you will ensure enforcement processes are completed accurately and on time, supporting the unit manager and collaborating with diverse communities to uphold equitable services.

Responsibilities include handling sensitive issues with confidentiality, managing multiple

Qualifications

• Be reliable, dependable and able to function in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to respond to sensitive and/or complex issues with confidentiality, discretion and tact.
• Manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that enforcement processes are completed accurately and within requirements and time constraints.
• Support the Compliance Inspections Unit Manager and Supervisor I in daily duties.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to provide equitable services and improve outcomes for Californians.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Written & verbal communication

Analytical reasoning

Job description

$3,861.00 - $6,276.00 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: 10/26/2026

The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) seeks to fill a Permanent/Full-time Analyst I (Enforcement Analyst) in the Compliance Unit - Enforcement Division.

Under supervision of the Compliance Inspections Unit Manager, Supervisor I, the Analyst I is responsible for ensuring that assigned enforcement processes are completed accurately and according to requirements and time constraints established by law.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

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

Working Conditions

The incumbent works 40 hours per week in an office setting. The position is headquartered in Sacramento, CA.

The incumbent may be required to travel throughout an assigned geographical area by various methods of transportation.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP) of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Minimum Requirements

ANALYST I $3,861.00 - $4,839.00A $4,181.00 - $5,233.00B $5,014.00 - $6,276.00C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento, CA

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The mission of the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education is to protect students and consumers through the oversight of California's private postsecondary educational institutions by conducting qualitative review of educational programs and operating standards, proactively combating unlicensed activity, impartially resolving student and consumer complaints, and conducting outreach. Further, the Bureau is responsible for enforcement of any violations of the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 through enforcement actions such as a citation and fine and/or disciplinary action not limited to probation, surrender, or revocation of an institutions approval to operate.

The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees. DCA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in carrying out its consumer protection mission, and DCA solidifies this commitment starting with its recruitment efforts. DCA enriches its diversity through a workforce that reflects the population it serves, delivers successful results through inclusive team work where all contributions are valued, ensures every employee receives fair opportunities to succeed, and enables all employees to do their best by providing access to tools, resources, information, equipment and career development.

The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners.

DCA is a unique and dynamic department consisting of 36 different boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program that license and regulate more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types including certificates, registrations, and permits. DCA has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees.

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:

COMPETITIVE APPLICANTS WILL:

1) Be reliable, dependable, accountable and able to function in a fast-paced, changing environment.

2) Have the ability to respond to and solve sensitive and/or complex issues with confidentiality, discretion and tact.

3) Have the ability to respond to and manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

4) Possess strong written and verbal communication skills as well as strong computer skills using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.) and organizational skills.

5) Have the ability to work with a variety of people and organizations in a professional and courteous manner.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

1) Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships both within an organization and with outside partners.

2) Excellent verbal and written communication that changes to meet the needs of the audience.

3) Demonstrated ability developing, interpreting, and reviewing policies, procedures, regulations, etc.

4) Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and other tools to effectively manage and communicate with staff.

5) Demonstrated ability to effectively prepare and proofread written documents, including formal reports.

6) Ability to exercise good judgment, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines.

7) Excellent organizational and time management skills.

8) Ability to develop and evaluate alternatives, analyze data, and present ideas and information effectively.

9) Excellent conflict resolution skills, interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, self awareness and a passion to help others.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

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:
EEO Officer
[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.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Any applicant who fails to submit a statement of qualifications with responses to the specific questions will be automatically disqualified from this recruitment.

Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to the SOQ.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify you for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed and no more than 2 pages long. The SOQ must single spaced, with 12-pt Arial font and have one inch margins. It must also contain a header listing your ECOS ID and position number listed according to the Job Advertisement. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to the SOQ.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

1. Describe your experience compiling, interpreting and analyzing statutes, regulation and other pertinent information to reach a conclusion, make recommendations and execute a solution.

2. Describe your report writing experience. Provide specific examples of the types of reports you provided management.

3. Describe your experience in working independently, including how you maintain productivity and accuracy in your work product.

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.