ANALYST I

Job Description and Duties

This position is limited term and has the potential to be extended up to 24 months and may become permanent.

Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid telework schedule while being based near historic Folsom—close to restaurants, shops, scenic walking trails, and with free parking ! Please note: this position is not located within a prison facility.

We are excited to announce that effective January 1, 2026 the California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) has been renamed the California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority (CALCTRA).

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required when applying for this position. The SOQ must conform to the instructions below or your application may be disqualified.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:

• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

Start your CAREER with purpose – make a difference while enjoying great benefits and a work-life balance!

The incumbent performs a wide range of research and analytical functions in support of transition-to-employment services and the overall work activities of the Industry Employment Program (IEP). Assigned to CALCTRA headquarters, this position's responsibilities include transition-to-employment services for incarcerated individuals before and after release, community outreach, collaboration with CDCR, and technical research and program analysis.

Zoom Link: Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

Upon a conditional job offer, the selected candidate will be required to clear live scan, a tuberculous (TB) test, and physical (if applicable).

This position is subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing pursuant to 2 CCR § 599.960.

Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with hours worked, dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Please indicate the classification, Job Control Number (JC) and position number in the 'EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING' section of your application, failure to provide this information may result in elimination from the hiring process. Resumes are welcome but do not take place of the STD 678. Incomplete applications received may not be considered.

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Employees new to CALCTRA will be required to attend New Employee Orientation (NEO) prior to starting work within an institution or Central Office. NEO is 4-5 days (36 hours) and will be conducted at the Green Valley Training Center in Folsom, CA. New employees traveling 50 miles or more from their home address or headquarters location to attend NEO will receive a travel advance sufficient for meals, incidentals, and travel accommodations for the duration of NEO. Any questions or concerns regarding NEO training can be addressed during the interview process.

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: 5/29/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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:

California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority

Primary Cert Contact

Attn: Human Resources

560 E Natoma Street

Folsom , CA 95630

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority

Primary Cert Contact

Human Resources

560 E Natoma Street

Folsom , CA 95630

Drop off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.

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 -

  Please see Statement of Qualifications Instructions below

• Other -

  If you are basing your eligibility on education, provide your unofficial transcripts. If you are using foreign transcripts, you must provide a transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which the foreign course work is equal. If you are not basing your eligibility on education, do not provide your unofficial transcripts. Select Choose/Upload for the required document. Then select Bypass File.

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

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

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 358-2696
[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:
EEO Officer
(916) 618-5220
[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) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ is a narrative response that explains how your education, training, experience, and skills qualify you to perform the duties of the Analyst I position in the Industry Employment Program. Provide specific examples, including employer name, job title, dates of experience, your role, actions taken, tools used, and results when applicable. A resume, cover letter, application, or other document will not be accepted in place of the SOQ. Responses such as “see resume” or responses that do not directly answer the questions below may be considered non-responsive. Applications submitted without an SOQ, or with an SOQ that does not follow these instructions, may not receive further consideration.

Your SOQ must follow these instructions:

1. Title the document Statement of Qualifications .
2. Include your name and the Job Control number in the upper-right corner of the first page.
3. Use single spacing .
4. Use justified paragraphs .
5. Limit the SOQ to no more than two pages .
6. Restate each question before your response.

SOQ Questions

1. Describe your experience using databases, spreadsheets, tracking logs, or similar systems to enter, maintain, analyze, and report program data.

2. Describe your experience preparing written reports, summaries, procedures, or recommendations for management, staff, or stakeholders.

3. Describe your experience coordinating a multi-step program, service, project, or process involving staff, customers, community partners, or other agencies.