Do you have project management experience, possess good research and organization skills, and a passion for supporting library operations and programs? Then this may be the job opportunity for you!
The California State Library's Business Services Office is looking for a Support Analyst to conduct and assist in the research, evaluation, planning, and directing of a wide variety of special projects. Under the general direction of the Business Services Office Manager, you'll play a vital role in developing and documenting new workflow processes, along with recommending improvements to existing Business Services operations.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is office-centered at our headquarters in the City of Sacramento and may become hybrid in the future, per the State Library's Telework Policy.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-408603
Position #(s):
175-407-5157-XXX
Working Title:
Business Services Support Analyst
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST $3,534.00 - $4,428.00 A
$3,826.00 - $4,789.00 B
$4,588.00 - $5,744.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The mission of the California State Library is to empower the people of the nation's most diverse and populous state by:
- Providing credible information services to all Californians, especially those in state government and the Legislature, libraries, academia, and persons with disabilities;
- Leading and establishing partnerships with California libraries through funding, program development, and support;
- Preserving and providing access to California's unique history to enrich the lives of current and future generations.
The California State Library serves the people of California in several ways and is made up of the Administrative Services Bureau, the California Research Bureau, State Library Services, the Information Technology Bureau and Library Development Services.
These bureaus ensure that the California State Library is the central reference and research library for state government and the Legislature and provides non-partisan research to the Legislature and the Governor. The California State Library collects, preserves, generates and disseminates information ranging from California's priceless historical items to today's online texts, and it advises, consults with, and provides technical assistance to California's public libraries, all while directing state and federal funds to support local public libraries and statewide library programs, and services.
The State Library is home to public reading rooms including Information Services, Government Publications, the Law Library, the Braille and Talking Book Library, and the California History Room. It also plays host to Night at the State Library, annual community events like Juneteenth, the Archives Crawl, Museum Day and exhibits you won't find anywhere else!
Learn more by visiting California State Library website.
Department Website: http://www.library.ca.gov
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: 1/3/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:
CA State Library
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 942837
Sacramento , CA 94237
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
CA State Library
Recruitment
Human Resources Services Office
900 N Street, First Floor Drop Box
Sacramento , CA 95814
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 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.
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 work on confidential and sensitive assignments, efficiently and effectively under pressure.
- Project Management experience.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience with Business Services operations.
- Ability to exercise initiative, independence, and sound judgment in performing assigned tasks.
- Strong data collection, research, and analytical skills.
- Experience developing policies and procedures.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Power Point, Forms, Visio, etc.
- Experience as an attendance coordinator.
- FI$CAL experience.
- Equipment and supply coordinator experience.
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program and monthly transportation voucher. Click here to view all the attractive benefits available to state employees!
Parking information can be found at: DGS managed parking facilities City of Sacramento parking map
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.library.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Melanie Knight
(279) 399-8974
melanie.knight@library.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:
Alicia Sabado
(916) 603-7193
alicia.sabado@library.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.
Eligibility Information
T o be considered for the job vacancy you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:
List Eligibility - Successfully complete the civil service exam for the classification of Staff Services Analyst. If you have not yet completed the criteria of establishing List Eligibility, please see the following link(s) for directions in taking the CalHR exam :
Click here to open the link to the Staff Services Analyst (General) Exam
Transfer Eligibility - Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
Reinstatement Eligibility - Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
Applicants not familiar with the State of California exam process may wish to review 3 Steps to a State Job .
Additional Information
Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
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.