Program & Policy Analyst

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

On-site Gym

Health insurance

CalPERS pension

Job summary

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) seeks an Analyst II to perform complex analytical tasks related to federal and state disaster grant programs within the Recovery Directorate. The role involves managing financial, programmatic, and administrative requirements across PA, CDAA, FMAG, HMGP, HMEP, BRIC, PDM, FMA and other grants.

Located in Mather, CA, the position offers a hybrid work schedule with possible in-office days based on business needs and may require

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and analyzing technical reports, policy materials, and contracts.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with data platforms like Smartsheet and SharePoint.
• Experience developing reporting systems, dashboards, or tracking tools.
• Ability to document workflows and strengthen internal controls.
• Excellent written communication for reports and guidance materials.
• Ability to coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with emergency management, resilience, or public sector programs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex analyses of grant programs within the Recovery Directorate.
• Formulate policies and make recommendations on program alternatives and impacts.
• May lead Analyst Is and program support staff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong written communication

Cross-team coordination

Process improvement

Emergency management familiarity

Tools

Smartsheet

SharePoint

Excel

Dashboards

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment.

• This is a 12 month Limited-Term position that may be extended up to 24 months and/or with the possibility of becoming permanent.**

Analyst II performs complex analytical tasks relating to the provision of federal and state disaster assistance grant programs within the Cal OES Recovery Directorate. Performs a broad range of advanced journey level analytical tasks relating to financial, programmatic, and administrative requirements of the Public Assistance (PA) Disaster Grant, California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA), Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness grant (HMEP), Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), Pre-Disaster Mitigation program (PDM), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA), Interagency Recovery Coordination (IRC), and other grant programs. Works under strict regulatory and administrative deadlines and acts with independence to maintain a routine workload and responds to short-term special projects and priority assignments. Formulates policies, procedures, grants, and makes recommendations on program-related issues and advises management on potential program alternatives and impacts. May also serve in a lead capacity over Analyst Is and program support staff.

Positions and Units

Unit 550 - Hazard Mitigation Support Unit

Supports executive-level coordination and policy development across California’s Hazard Mitigation Section, helping align mitigation planning, grant programs, and statewide resilience initiatives. The position assists leadership with strategic initiatives, program oversight, and cross-division coordination to strengthen California’s approach to disaster risk reduction.

Unit 554 - Mitigation Planning Division

Supports the development and maintenance of California’s State Hazard Mitigation Plan and Adaptation Planning Guide while assisting local jurisdictions with the development and approval of Local Hazard Mitigation Plans. The position contributes to statewide mitigation planning efforts, policy development, and technical support for local partners.

Unit 555 - Resilience Branch Support Unit

Supports the Resilience Branch in integrating statewide mitigation planning with the implementation of hazard mitigation grant programs. The role assists with branch-level initiatives, coordination between the Planning and Technical Assistance Divisions, and efforts to advance community resilience across California.

Unit 556 - Technical Assistance Division

Supports statewide outreach and technical assistance for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs, helping local jurisdictions develop competitive mitigation project subapplications. The role assists with program guidance, trainings, tools, and coordination to increase participation in state and federal resilience funding opportunities.

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

Working Conditions

These positions are located in the Hazard Mitigation Section in Mather, CA.

Hybrid Telework

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

Conflict of Interest (COI)

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Department Information

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

Cal OES is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

The Recovery Directorate is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments, special districts, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses and agricultural communities impacted by disasters. The Recovery Directorate ensures state and federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process.

The Recovery Directorate is comprised of three sections — Recovery Operations, Hazard Mitigation, and Interagency Recovery Coordination. Recovery personnel are responsible for assisting in the management of statewide disaster recovery efforts, as well as assisting agricultural communities, businesses, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, local governments and special districts impacted by disasters.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here: Recovery Directorate | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

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

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and analyzing technical reports, policy materials, contracts, or program documentation and synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable summaries.
• Strong analytical and data management skills, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using reporting or data platforms such as Smartsheet, SharePoint, dashboards, or similar tools.
• Experience developing or maintaining reporting systems, dashboards, tracking tools, or workflow processes that improve transparency, organization, and decision-making.
• Experience analyzing and improving business processes, including documenting workflows, developing standard operating procedures, or strengthening internal controls and compliance practices.
• Strong written communication skills with demonstrated experience drafting reports, summaries, guidance materials, or other professional documents for diverse audiences.
• Experience coordinating across internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information, meet deadlines, and support program objectives.
• Familiarity with emergency management, resilience, public sector programs, or regulatory environments is desirable.

Benefits

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

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