Associate Governmental Program Analyst

Job Description and Duties

REPOST: If you have previously applied for this position under JC-482126, you will need to reapply again.

This position requires that you possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your applications. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Failing to maintain a valid CDL will result in a failure to meet job requirements.

Incumbent must have and maintain a valid California driver's license and be able to travel via various means of public transportation methods, including, but not limited to commercial airlines, public shuttles, shared rental cars, etc.

The position provides an opportunity to work in a challenging and exciting work environment. Under Supervision of a Staff Services Manager I (SSMI), the incumbent independently conducts inspections of beverage dealers and recyclers to ensure compliance with the California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act (Act), and related regulations.

Responsibilities are statewide and require overnight travel, not to exceed 80 percent. Weekend assignments may be required and work schedules for this position may be altered occasionally for program management needs.

Incumbent will conduct inspections of beverage recycling and/or beverage dealers within assigned regions. The incumbent shall coordinate, plan and schedule site visits throughout the state of California. Part of the duties are to gather and prepare inspection material, conduct inspections for proper redemption, signage, beverage labeling, load inspections, payment of California Refund Value (CRV), operational status, record keeping, to determine CRV eligibility and reporting compliance using various tools and equipment. Investigate dealer/recycler complaints and provide appropriate responses to participants and the public. Work with and/or refer complaints to other units within CalRecycle as well as state and local agencies. Identify and investigate non-certified recyclers.

The incumbent will be expected to document casework in a case management tracking system. Part of those duties include create, maintain, and update clear, accurate, and complete records and casework related to compliance activities in the Division of Recycling Integrated Information System (DORiis) and interface with other CalRecycle program areas daily. Prepare correspondence,determine compliance and/or document violations of state laws and regulations. Prepare and issue notices of noncompliance and/or notices of violation when recyclers or dealers are not in compliance with the Act or related regulations. Verify location and operational status of recycling centers within convenience zones to ensure that dealers and consumers are provided with accurate contact information. Identify abandoned sites and prepare documentation to support abandoned site process. Conduct or assist the Investigation Section with Consumer Transaction Profiles (CTP), Fraud Detection Reviews (FDR), Recycler Inspection Program (RIP), and other special projects as needed. Survey records and receipts, as well as make observations of operational, payment, and purchasing practices of recycling centers. Compile data into spreadsheets and/or reports to be used in investigation cases. Provide support on special enforcement projects as needed. Incumbent shall participate in hearings as required. Participate in training classes and conferences to develop and maintain knowledge, techniques, enhance skills, and learn theory.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense. Beginning July 1, 2026, it is anticipated that the position will be office-centered and employees will be expected to reprot to the office at least four days per week .

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Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA 24-219 & Position # 835-436-5393-704 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.

If you would like to use education in conjunction with experience to satisfy the minimum qualifications, you must attach a copy of your official transcript to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

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:

• Experience in reviewing and analyzing laws, regulations, and data.
• Experience conducting inspections/enforcing statue/regulations.
• Experience documenting case work in a case management system.
• Experience in customer relations/service via in person, phone and or electronically.
• Experience working as part of a team or independently.
• Demonstrate project experience preferred( i.e. team-oriented, project participation, etc.
• Experience driving and traveling for work.
• Proficiency, training and experience in Microsoft Office (Word,Excel, One note, etc).
• Demonstrates excellent written communication skills. Presents or express's ones. ideas in a clear and logical manner. Organized, well-thought out, well-written reports and correspondence with no grammatical errors.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.
• Valid CA Driver's License required

Benefits

In addition to a compelling vision for California, CalRecycle offers competitive pay, benefits, and features for its workforce. To review the pay and benefits offered to California civil service staff, please review CalHR's website at

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

Supplemental Question

When completing the Supplemental Question, please write your name at the top of the page, use 1" margins and 12-point Arial font.

Supplemental Question: As travel is required for this position, please explain your experience traveling for work?

Please note r esumes, letters, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters, and other materials will not take the place of the Supplemental Question. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Applications received without a Supplemental Question may be rejected.

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 required and must be included.