ANALYST III

Job Description and Duties

The Analyst III performs the most complex, sensitive and high-impact analytical and administrative duties in support of statewide residential programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The position will exercise a high degree of professional judgment, analytical expertise , and program knowledge, often with department-wide impact. Responsibilities include leading and coordinating key components of the Department’s certification process, including reviewing and certifying residential program designs for Enhanced Behavioral Supports Homes (EBSH) and Community Crisis Homes (CCH), evaluating program plans and staffing changes and service delivery systems for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Department’s policies, and overseeing and tracking licensing applications in coordination with the Department of Social Services (DSS) Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD). Additional duties include monitoring administrator certification requirements, maintaining , enhancing and evaluating program databases and tracking systems, conducting complex research and analysis on provider organization and corporate structure, analyzing the impact of proposed legislation , regulations and policy changes, and providing high-level consultative services, recommendations, training and technical assistance to Department Leadership, regional centers, service providers, and the public regarding residential program requirements and regulations.

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. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.

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.

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

Describe your background, education and experience that would qualify you for this position.

1. Describe your experience reviewing and evaluating applications, plans, proposals, or other documents for compliance with laws, regulations, policies, or program requirements. Include your role in the review and approval process, how you identified and addressed deficiencies, and how you communicated your recommendations or decisions.

1. Describe your experience coordinating projects or assignments involving multiple stakeholders or organizations. Include how you tracked information, monitored progress, managed competing priorities and timelines, communicated with partners, and ensured projects or assignments were completed accurately and on schedule.

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: Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel); principles and practices, and trends of public administration; formal and informal aspects of the legislative process; and the administration and Department’s goals and policies.

Ability to: Present and document information clearly and effectively; analyze data and convey ideas; review and edit reports; establish priorities and take effective action; work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including regional centers, state-operated facilities, other state agencies; provide technical assistance in community resource development; and build and maintain effective working relationships with professionals involved in housing and community services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities .

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.

If you have not taken the Analyst III 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.