PERSONNEL SUPPORT ANALYST

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

Job summary

The State of California, CAL FIRE Training Center, located in Ione, CA, invites applications for the Personnel Support Analyst I position. This permanent, full-time role supports budgeting, procurement, and administrative operations to help CAL FIRE respond to emergencies and manage resources. Final filing date is 11/2/2026.

In-office telework; travel up to 5% may be required. Candidates should have Analyst I qualifications and be prepared to provide transcripts, and complete an SOQ for the

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Assist in budgeting and financial support duties as part of the Analyst I role.
• Support administrative operations at CAL FIRE Training Center.
• Prepare materials and information for the SOQ and interview process.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-536647 -

JC-536647 - PERSONNEL SUPPORT ANALYST
ANALYST I

$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: 11/2/2026

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

Working Conditions

This position is located at the CAL FIRE Training Center in Ione, CA, 45 minutes southeast of Sacramento in a rural community.

• May be required to work nights, weekends or holidays in support of emergency incidents. Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word). Statewide travel may be required up to 5% and may include overnight stays.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ANALYST I

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

1

Telework

In Office

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California’s fire department and resource management agency. The organization is comprised of nearly 14,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.

When you join CAL FIRE, you join a family of employees that function as a team. You will build trust and friendship with your co-workers, as together you respond to emergencies and challenging situations. CAL FIRE provides employees with a variety of career choices and opportunities. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Special Requirements

• If using education to meet Minimum Qualifications, please attach transcripts or degree.

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

1. Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

2. 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 a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will 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 State Personnel Board.

The minimum qualifications can be found in the ANALYST I classification specifications.

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:

State Controller’s Office System experience preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

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:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
[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

Instructions:

This non-confidential Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is designed to elicit information regarding each applicant’s abilities, knowledge, and experience in relation to the Budget Analyst I position within the CAL FIRE Training Center.

Please submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position and applications without an SOQ will not be considered. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to come in for an in-person interview. When completing the SOQ, please include specific examples and explain your responses thoroughly. Your SOQ should be no longer than two (2) pages, single spaced with 12 pt. Arial font with one (1) inch margins and submitted in Word version only.

• What factors do you believe help create a successful and productive workplace?
• What is the biggest work-related change you have ever faced? How did you handle it and what did you learn from it?
• How do you manage working independently while still collaborating effectively with your team?

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.