Analyst II, Initiatives, Referenda, and Recall Analyst

Job Description and Duties

The Secretary of State’s office is recruiting to fill a permanent, full-time Analyst II position in the Elections Division. This is an opportunity to work on a team that publishes and distributes the Voter Information Guide (VIG) to over 23 million voters.

Under the direction of Voter Information Guide and Initiative Supervisor I, the incumbent serves as key analyst responsible for coordinating and supporting the statewide end-to-end initiative, referendum, and recall processes. This includes the initiative qualification process from the initial title and summary stage, to accurately tracking and reporting the number of unverified and verified signatures, to ultimate certification or failure. All processes include, but are not limited to, ensuring that both the Elections Code and Government Code are strictly adhered to, working closely with the Attorney General’s Office, proponent(s), county elections officials, administrative staff, and other SOS staff. In addition, this incumbent assists in the tracking and analyzing of state legislation and other projects related to a variety of election areas.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Strong English grammar, spelling, proofing, and writing skills.

• Demonstrated ability to appropriately apply and interpret current laws, rules, policies, and procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with excellent follow-through on tasks, assignments, and large projects with high visibility.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve complex problems and recommend an effective course of action, perform completed staff work, and establish priorities for the completion in accordance with sound time-management methodology.

• Effective verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

• Aptitude for working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.

• Strong interpersonal skills in working with the public and in a team environment.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ): An SOQ is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills meet the desirable qualifications and demonstrate the candidate's ability to perform the job duties listed in this bulletin.

Instructions: SOQ must be a maximum of two (2) pages, Arial 12-point font, single-spaced, and 1-inch margins. Name and Job Control number on top right-hand corner and titled "Statement of Qualifications.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position offers a telework opportunity in accordance with the agency’s telework policy and business needs, typically following a 3-month on-site training period. The Voter Information Guide and Initiatives Unit experiences peak activity periods throughout the year. During these peak times, in-person attendance at the office may be required. Additionally, a freeze on time-off requests is in effect during peak election periods to ensure operational continuity and meeting statutory deadlines. Overtime will be required.

Special Requirements

Examination Information : Candidates new to state service or those seeking a promotional opportunity must take the online examination to establish eligibility. The examination can be found at the following link: . There is also a Limited Examination & Appointment Program (LEAP) exam available for this classification. Information on the LEAP certification process is available on the .

Education: When using education to meet minimum qualifications, please include all the required documents necessary to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this classification (i.e., degree, transcript, license, and certificate). Candidate may be required to provide transcripts prior to hire.

Benefits

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

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 - Please provide your response to the statement of qualifications as directed above.