STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Business and Fiscal Services Unit manager, Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), the incumbent is responsible for performing complex analytical work in support of fiscal operations, revenue management, procurement, and administrative services.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code . The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Additional Information

List JC-497047 in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State Employment Application.

Must have Staff Services Analyst list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list.

Included below is the link to the exam:

Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for Visa Sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 11/11/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA Horse Racing Board

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Attn: Human Resources

1010 Hurley Way, Suite 300

Sacramento , CA 95825

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CA Horse Racing Board

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Human Resources

1010 Hurley Way, Suite 300

Sacramento , CA 95825

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!

The State of California offers its employees generous benefits that include, Health, Dental and Vision insurance, Retirement, 401(k) and 457(b) Plans, Paid Leave Benefits, and more.

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Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Cameron Morgan
(916) 263-6026
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Vince Somma
(916) 752-3052
[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of the candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font, single-spaced, and limited to no more than two pages. Applicants must include their full name and the job control number in the document header and respond to each question in the numbered order provided. Incomplete submissions, failure to follow formatting instructions, or omission of the SOQ will result in disqualification from further consideration.

1. Fiscal Operations & Accounting: Describe your experience with fiscal operations in a government or regulatory setting, including invoice processing, fund reconciliation, accrual preparation, and financial reporting using systems such as Fi$Cal and CalCard.

1. Contracts and Procurement: Provide examples of your role in developing or administering service contracts, including how you evaluated scopes of work, assessed cost estimates, and ensured compliance with state procurement policies.

1. Revenue Management: Explain your experience managing and reconciling revenue transactions, including how you applied account codes, verified postings in Fi$Cal, and prepared augmentation notifications under Control Section 3.60 or Item 9800.

1. CalCard Program Oversight: Discuss your responsibilities as a CalCard Cardholder or administrator, including how you verified documentation, tracked purchases, ensured compliance, and participated in related training or user meetings.

1. Purchasing and Delegation Compliance: Describe how you reviewed purchase requests for compliance with delegation authority, prepared supporting documentation, and analyzed purchasing trends to inform fiscal planning and operational decisions.

Note: Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications.