Associate Governmental Program Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager I, Office of Risk Management (ORM), and in alignment with the goals and objectives of the ORM , the Associate Governmental Program Analyst performs analytical and administrative assignments related to the risk mitigation of special incident reports (SIR) for other DDS divisions and outside entities.

Tasks include reviewing SIRs, conducting SIR data analysis, engaging with multidisciplinary teams, participate in assignments related to risk mitigation, communicating across internal teams and with external parties to advance the goals of assigned projects. The Associate Governmental Program Analyst will also provide training and technical assistance in the oversight and review of special incident report data to support implementation strategies related to risk mitigation. This position requires the ability to reason logically and creatively, think critically, use good judgement, utilize a variety of analytical techniques and have knowledge of Title 17 SIR reporting requirements for the Regional Centers and vendor staff.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. Incumbent must live and work in California. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Special Requirements

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be numbered in the same order as the following areas, typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions or submit an SOQ may not be considered.

1. Relative to the duty statement, describe how your education and experience qualify you for this job.

1. Describe an experience in a professional setting where you identified a problem, researched and analyzed data, and provided a recommended solution. Include the outcome and any reflections on lessons learned.

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position.

The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

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:

Knowledge of :

• Basic project management principles, including work plan development.
• Effective use of computer software programs including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Title 17, and special incident reports.
• Use of computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI and Outlook.

Ability to :

• Communicate effectively, in a clear, concise/succinct, and comprehensive manner, both orally and in writing.
• Summarize detailed written content into easily consumed work products that are focused on salient, critical, and main points.
• Gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work.
• Work in a collaborative manner in multi-disciplinary teams and develop and maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with contractors, regional centers, Department staff, other state agencies, peers, the public and others.

• Possess a high degree of organization of both work efforts and information.
• Exercise good judgment, tact, diplomacy, and seeking understanding.

• Be flexible and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below:

Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.

Additional Information

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.

All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: .

If you have not taken the ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST exam/assessment you may find the exam for this classification at the link below. You must take and pass the exam/assessment to obtain eligibility for hire. Click to gain list eligibility.

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 (SOQ) is required and is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. SEE “SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS” ABOVE FOR INSTRUCTIONS.