Project Manager

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

Paid holidays and leave

Defined benefit retirement program

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

The State of California is seeking an Analyst I for the Office of Public School Construction in California. This limited-term position involves processing and recommending approval for School Facility Program applications while using internal software and adhering to regulations.

The ideal candidate should hold a California Driver's License and have strong analytical and communication skills. Initiatives promoting diversity and career growth are central to this role, with eligibility for telework up to one day a week.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid California Driver's License and be resident in California.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle stress and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and recommend approval for School Facility Program applications.
• Utilize internal software applications and internet resources for processing.
• Ensure compliance with governing statutes and regulations.

Skills

Californian Driver's License

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

This position is eligible to telework up to 1 day a week, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. This is subject to change based on operational need and/or future return to office orders. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Key Qualities of Our Team

• A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship.
• A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes.
• An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department.

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision of the Supervisor I, the Analyst I for the Program Services unit of the Office of Public School Construction processes and recommends approval of School Facility Program (SFP) eligibility and funding applications associated with the SFP utilizing the internet, internal software applications, internal computer tracking system, and governing statutes and/or regulations.

This position is Limited Term (12 months); it may become permanent, be extended up to 24 months, or be cancelled at any time.

This position may require travel.

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver’s License (CDL). Must provide CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• Must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the Classification Specification for Analyst I.

Other Requirements

• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Working Conditions & Benefits

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
• Career Growth and Training: A focus on career growth and training in an effort to engage and retain a diverse talent pool that aligns with the organization’s mission and vision.
• Competitive Rewards: Employees enjoy world‑class benefits packages, attractive salaries, and robust pension plans, reflecting a commitment to employee well‑being.
• Work‑Life Balance: Work‑life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
• Learning and Development: Emphasizing on continuous learning, DGS offers onsite and virtual Statewide Training programs to ensure employees remain at the cutting edge of their fields.
• Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long‑term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent‑care reimbursement accounts.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to effectively handle stress, multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively and professionally with internal and external program participants.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, problem‑solving skills, and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work well as a team member in a collaborative team environment with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to develop program regulations, procedures, policies.
• Willingness to travel within the state of California.

Benefits

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and leave.
• Defined benefit retirement program.
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457).
• Commute Program.
• Employee Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts.

Reporting Location

Please specify RPA #30733 & 29392 and JC 523314 on your state application.

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.