TELEWORK IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE, HOWEVER, STAFF MAY BE REQUIRED TO REPORT TO THEIR ASSIGNED HEADQUARTERS AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.
Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I, the incumbent is responsible for information gathering, analysis, and recommendations on workforce development pertaining to the full range of workforce innovation, regional leadership, and system alignment. The incumbent's areas of focus are innovation and implementation; from grant program management, to organizing and facilitating Communities of Practice, and working closely with other state partners and advocacy groups to inform policy and practice through the lessons and successes of the programs developed.
The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) strives to cultivate regional leadership and system alignment through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) regional planning and the development of initiatives which fund and inspire innovations in order to solve some of the challenges that are keeping Californians with barriers to employment from achieving success. The incumbent will contribute to the planning and development of multiple initiatives, and capturing lessons and successes which can be communicated internally and externally throughout the workforce system.
As a full journey level analyst in support of the CWDB and its committees, the incumbent should be knowledgable in workforce development and have some experience in working collaboratively with private and public sector representatives, and developing foundational documents. The incumbent will be required to attend meetings and conferences as a representative of the CWDB. The incumbent is expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and develop technical competency. The incumbent may act in a lead capacity.
Special Instructions:
(All other CWDB Branches) Hybrid Telework Options Available- The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) headquarters is located in Sacramento, CA. The CWDB has adopted a hybrid telework schedule, and staff will be required to report to the office as needed and according to the departments hybrid telework policy. Terms of the telework schedule are subject to Branch/Division needs and CWDB policies and should be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) - Is required as part of your application, and your application will not be considered without a properly completed SOQ. Refer to SOQ instructions below.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
Possible Remote/Telework Options AvailableMinimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
- STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Shall Consider:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
Department Information
Department Website: http://www.cwdb.ca.gov
Special Requirements
It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.calcareers.ca.gov.
Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:
- Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
- Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
- Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
- Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
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: 3/18/2024Who May Apply
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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.
- Other -
A Cover Letter is required and must be included. - Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.
Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.
Desirable Qualifications
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.cwdb.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Danielle Vienna
(916) 657-1455
Danielle.Vienna@cwdb.ca.gov
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) 698-5538
Jeffrey.Jacobstein@cwdb.ca.gov
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 Requirements
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ is not a resume or cover letter. Resumes and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process.
The SOQ must be typed, have 1" margins, single spaced, 12-point font, no more than 2 pages in length, be in narrative form (no bullets), and be written in your voice (no Chat GPT or other AI software). Please include your name and indicate the position number and classification for the position you are applying for. Answer each question separately, indicating the corresponding number for each question. Your responses must address the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications listed for this job posting. Applicants who do not follow these instructions will not be considered for the interview process. Cover letter and resume do not take the place of the SOQ.
- What is your understanding of the CWDB's High Road Training Partnerships initiative and what interests you about this position?
- Explain how your background, experience, and/or education make you a strong candidate for this position. Please include any grant, project management, reporting, and/or budget experience.
- What do you see as the role of customer service in government and grant-making? Provide a specific example of a time when you have provided excellent customer service.
- Describe your knowledge and experience evaluating, analyzing, and summarizing data and information, and making recommendations to management.
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
Click on the link to complete the Recruitment Survey:Recruitment Survey
Merit System Principles
Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.