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, you are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary
Under direction of the Staff Services Manager II (Policy Chief), the Policy Analyst will analyze a wide range of issues impacting agency programs, develop policy recommendations and executive level reports, analyze federal/state/tribal/local program policies, coordinate with federal/state/tribal/local governments, analyze/monitor federal legislation, and coordinate response to requests for information specific to California’s emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation operations, as well as other areas of public safety and public policy.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

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- 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.

Special Requirements

Application Package Requirements
To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the J ob Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application ( do not note “see attached resume” in this section ). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency. NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.  

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**

**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**

**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

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:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills; able to establish and earn the trust of those they are working with.
• Collaborative approach; a team player who proactively connects with internal and external stakeholders.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal; communicates openly, honestly and consistently with confidence, integrity, and professionalism to all levels of people.
• Flexible and adaptable; works well in a high volume, demanding environment with multiple priorities.
• Outstanding organizational skills with attention to detail while still maintaining a big picture perspective.
• Action oriented and results driven; able to get things done working with others.

Benefits

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• 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.

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position.

SOQ Format Instructions

• The SOQ should be no more than two page, double-spaced in 12-point Arial font.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:

1. Describe your background, experience, education, and/or training that qualifies you for the Associate Governmental Program Analyst position in the Policy Office.
2. Describe your experience with acquiring good and/or services for an organization.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog:  Upload SOQ to your Application Package

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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