Business Specialist

Job Description and Duties

This position is located in the city of Santa Clarita .

Multiple vacancies may exist

Under the general supervision of the Team Manager, Staff Services Manager I, in the Van Nuys Foothill District of the Vocational Rehabilitation Employment Division/Specialized Services Division, and working cooperatively with program units and supervisors throughout the District, the Staff Services Analyst (BS) in a working capacity provides a variety of analytical support relating to employment/placement activities, employment preparation skills, and marketing to increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

The Staff Services Analyst will provide direct employment services to job ready DOR consumers including intake and employment preparation; job development and placement; and job retention and follow-up in a variety of employment settings, provide analysis and technical expertise to the development of Job Clubs including but not limited to assisting consumers with career assessment services, mock interviews, resume development, interviewing skills development, job searching skills, develop documentation for SVRC signature Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) Certifications, and Schedule A letters for Federal employment, review and analyze relevant materials such as labor market data and career development information to DOR consumers as determined by the Team Manager or SVRC, QRP

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Telework:

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. 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.

Special Requirements

If mailing in an application, include JC#486519 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

Employment Application (STD.678):

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.
Statement of Qualifications required, please see instructions below.

SSA-BSs:
Up to 40% fieldwork and travel within the district.

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:

• Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional manner, and with integrity and respect;
• Ability to help facilitate expeditious resolution of problems from in-person requests, incoming phone calls and emails;
• Knowledge of DOR resources and processes, RAM, and federal and state Code of Regulations;
• High level of organizational skills and office equipment and processes proficiency;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Knowledge of department's mission and goals;
• Experience communicating with and providing information regarding DOR services to applicants and consumers

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Pension through CALPERS

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

• Medical benefits into retirement

• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b

• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)

• Paid Holidays

• Group Legal Services

• Life Insurance

• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)

• Pre-Tax Parking

• Commute Program

• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Death Benefits

• Reimbursement Accounts (Medical and Childcare)

• Disability Insurance Programs

• Alternate Work Schedules

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Wellness Services

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

Exam Information

To obtain list eligibility for the Staff Services Analyst position(s), you must first take the online Staff Services Analyst .

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 for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may not be considered.

  Include the title, “Statement of Qualifications,” at the top of the first page. Responses must be no more than one page in length, single-sided, and in Arial 12-point font size. Please number and address each item in the same order as listed below in your SOQ:
  

  1. Please explain how you will secure employers to hire high school students and adults with disabilities.
  2. Describe how your work experience and training makes you an ideal candidate for this position?