International Trade Specialist

California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz); Sacramento (CA); Hybride; USD 67 000 - 84 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

California GO-Biz is seeking an International Trade Specialist in Sacramento to independently lead analytical and programmatic work that advances the state's international trade and investment goals. You will oversee export services and grant programs, including the State Trade Expansion Program and Export Voucher, and administer voucher reimbursements.

The role requires coordinating reporting, ensuring grant compliance, and managing customer communications and program participants.

Qualifications

• Experience leading analytical and programmatic assignments in trade development is a plus.
• Knowledge of export services and state grant programs is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage complex analytical and programmatic assignments that advance California's international trade and investment objectives.
• Oversee state-level export services and grant programs (State Trade Expansion Program) and Export Voucher program; administer voucher reimbursements, monitor grant compliance, and coordinate reporting and communications.

Description du poste

Job Description And Duties

The International Trade Specialist independently leads and manages complex analytical, programmatic assignments that advance California’s international trade and investment objectives. The incumbent is responsible for oversight of state-level export services, administrative support of state and federally funded grant programs (State Trade Expansion Program) Export Voucher program. The incumbent administers voucher reimbursement activities, monitors grant compliance, coordinates export voucher financial and programmatic reporting, manages customer service and participant communications.

The International Trade Specialist independently leads and manages complex analytical, programmatic assignments that advance California’s international trade and investment objectives. The incumbent is responsible for oversight of state-level export services, administrative support of state and federally funded grant programs (State Trade Expansion Program) Export Voucher program. The incumbent administers voucher reimbursement activities, monitors grant compliance, coordinates export voucher financial and programmatic reporting, manages customer service and participant communications.

Working Conditions

Hybrid: this position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule and requires reporting in-person at headquarters in Sacramento. As a result of the Governor’s executive order, GO-Biz employees will be required to come into the office in Sacramento at least four times a week, projected to be effective July 1, 2026.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-536215

Position #(s): 373-100-5393-705

Working Title: International Trade Specialist

Classification: ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 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

The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California's leader for job growth and economic development efforts. GO-Biz offers a range of services to business owners including: attraction, retention and expansion services, site selection, permit streamlining, clearing of regulatory hurdles, small business assistance, international trade development, assistance with state government, and much more.

The GO-Biz is committed to enhancing the workforce to improve California's job growth and economic development efforts, through a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

Department Website: http://www.business.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Exam Requirements:

Unless you have transfer or reinstatement eligibility, please take the Analyst II exam to obtain eligibility for this position:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4815

Educational Requirements:

If you are using education as your basis of meeting the minimum qualifications, you must provide school transcripts. Diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts. Please review the minimum qualifications by clicking the link under the "Minimum Requirements" section above.

Employment Application:

Interested applicants must fill out the "Employment History" section of the State Application (STD 678) with all relevant experience to be considered for this position. GO-Biz will not review attached resumes in lieu of the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678). Failure to fill out the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678) will result in disqualification.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Please review the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section for instructions. Failure to upload a SOQ responding to the information requested may result in disqualification. The SOQ must be in 12-point font, single-spaced, and no more than 2 page(s) in length. The SOQ must address the following in numerical order; do not consolidate responses:
• How do export assistance programs help facilitate opportunities for small businesses and why is exporting important to all businesses?
• What steps would you take to ensure that export assistance is inclusive to all California small businesses, including those from underserved geographies and regions and those owned and operated by women and people of color?

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.

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.