Public Records Act (PRA) Coordinator

California Department of Justice; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Job summary

The California Department of Justice seeks an Analyst II to serve as a Public Records Act (PRA) Coordinator within the California Justice Information Services Division. The role requires independent analysis, the ability to manage deadlines, and strong written and oral communication skills.

You will coordinate PRA responses across programs, maintain confidentiality, and build relationships with a broad set of stakeholders. Hybrid telework with Sacramento location; permanent, full-time, day shift.

Qualifications

• Review and respond to PRA requests submitted to the Department.
• Ability to elicit information from Division personnel at varying levels of authority.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Review and respond to PRA requests submitted to the Department.
• Coordinate with multiple programs and bureaus within the Division.
• Advise administrators and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Public Records Act compliance

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Under the direction of the Supervisor I , t he Analyst II (AN II) serves as a Public Records Act (PRA) Coordinator for the California Justice Information Services Division and the various programs within its bureaus. This requires the AN II to think critically and work independently to review and respond to PRA requests submitted to the Department from a number of entities, private organizations, and the public.

Under the direction of the Supervisor I , t he Analyst II (AN II) serves as a Public Records Act (PRA) Coordinator for the California Justice Information Services Division and the various programs within its bureaus. This requires the AN II to think critically and work independently to review and respond to PRA requests submitted to the Department from a number of entities, private organizations, and the public. The AN II must have the ability to tactfully elicit information and cooperation from Division personnel at varying levels of authority, with stringent deadlines, and must manage and maintain strong relationships with a broad set of stakeholders. The position requires the AN II to be able to reason logically and creatively, utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex problems, develop and evaluate alternatives, analyze data and present ideas effectively both orally and in writing, and consult with and advise administrators on subject matter related to the Division’s systems. The AN II must maintain confidentiality and exercise a high level of discretion.

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

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-527581

Position #(s): 420-705-5393-048

Working Title Public Records Act (PRA) Coordinator

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

Work Shift Day Shift

Work Week Monday-Friday

Department Information This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Executive Office , Administration Support Program, Regulations, Training, & PRA 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 .

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.

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 .

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!