Project Analyst

California Department of Justice; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Flexible paid leave options

Pension retirement

Job summary

The California Department of Justice is seeking a Project Analyst (Analyst II) in Sacramento. The role provides business analysis and support across the Record Management Branch, consulting with stakeholders and applying statutory and case law mandates.

It focuses on documenting needs, requirements, training and metrics, and leading continuous improvement from concept through implementation. This is a 12‑month limited term position with possible extension or permanency.

Qualifications

• Experience performing business analysis for IT and non-IT solutions.
• Ability to gather and document business needs and requirements.
• Strong stakeholder collaboration with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide business analysis and support services to the Record Management Branch.
• Consult with subject matter experts to meet mandates and analyze procedures.
• Document requirements, training materials, and productivity metrics; drive improvements.

Skills

Business analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Requirements documentation

Process improvement

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Supervisor (SUP) I, the Analyst II (AN II) provides business analysis and support services to the Record Management Branch (RMB). The AN II is responsible for performing as a highly-skilled, independent consultant for the RMB and is assigned duties that support the various program needs of the branch. The AN II maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders; consults with internal and external subject matter experts to meet statutory and case law mandates; analyzes program procedures, policies, and practices; identifies, documents, and implements changes to program procedures, training materials for both internal and external use, and productivity metrics; and supports continuous improvement processes within the branch from concept identification through project implementation.

The AN II assists branch efforts to successfully meet mandates through high-value IT and non-IT solutions by performing analysis and documenting business needs, business requirements, and concepts.

This is a 12 month limited term position, but may be extended to a maximum of 24 months and/or may become a permanent position based upon operational needs.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-527945

Position #(s): 420-761-5393-033

Working Title: Project Analyst

Classification: ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,775.00

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: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Work Shift: Day Shift

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information

This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Bureau of Criminal Information & Analysis, Record Management Branch, Criminal Record Update Program, Analysis, Training, and Outreach Services Section.

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov .

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Benefits of working for the State of California:

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!