Data Analysis Specialist

All applicants will be considered, however SROA/Surplus candidates will be given priority.
Are you interested in making life better for Californians? Are you looking for a career and not just a job? Do you want to create a meaningful impact in your community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) has a career opportunity waiting for you! California not only needs you, it wants you as part of the growing workforce. New employees, new ideas, and new creative perspectives are needed in all areas at the CDTFA. We value staff and are dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility. To learn more about us, please see CDTFA Gateway to New Opportunities video
The position will be in Sacramento Headquarters or one of the in-state field offices (Bakersfield, Cerritos, Fresno, Glendale, Irvine, Oakland, Rancho Mirage, Redding, Riverside, Salinas, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Rosa, Ventura, Diamond Bar).
The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) is seeking ambitious and driven individuals to join us. We offer fulfilling careers and provide a reliable income, stable benefits, work-life balance, paid holidays, and advancement opportunities. CDTFA offers a Career Center that provides assistance with resumes, mock interviews, interview tips and tricks, and other job opportunities within CDTFA and other state agencies.
We are committed to growing the capabilities of our team members with our excellent hands-on training, classroom training, and our mentoring program. We build a community where you can work with diverse individuals to explore ways of being creative and innovative to make processes more efficient.
A Business Taxes Specialist I in the Data Analysis Section researches, requests, and compiles data to formulate solutions. In doing this, the incumbent will:
• Evaluate highly technical and sensitive audit and compliance issues.
• Research and analyze new and existing data sources through innovative data mining techniques.
• Analyze and resolve difficult and unique program activity issues.
• Prepare responses to complex audit and compliance program matters.
Working in the Data Analysis Section exposes team members to all aspects of agency data, including, but not limited to, registration, returns and payments, and third-party data. Working in the unit also allows opportunities to work closely with audit and compliance team members from all over the agency, as well as exposure to senior management.
Telework is available for up to 50% of the time for this position!
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for full or part-time telework for eligible candidates residing in California.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions

• Standard office environment.

• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods of time.

• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

• Telework is available fifty percent (50%) of the time.
• Depending on your work location, you may be working in a high-rise building.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• BUSINESS TAXES SPECIALIST I, BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-423002
Position #(s):
291-471-4380-020
Working Title:
Data Analysis Specialist
Classification:
BUSINESS TAXES SPECIALIST I, BOARD OF EQUALIZATION $7,589.00 - $9,500.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
California not only needs you; it wants you as part of the growing workforce. The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) makes life better for Californians by fairly and efficiently collecting the revenue that supports our essential public services, with CDTFA administered programs accounting for over 25 percent of all state revenue. Tax programs administered by the CDTFA are concentrated in two general areas - sales and use tax, and special taxes and fees. New employees, new ideas, and new creative perspectives are needed in all areas at CDTFA. CDTFA offers employees reliable income, stable benefits, work-life balance, paid holidays, advancement opportunities, and the personal fulfillment of knowing that your work is personally impacting the lives of others.
To take a look at CDTFA as a destination employer please click the link ( https://youtu.be/Q-r18e_EIBg )
#LI-Remote
Department Website: http://www.cdtfa.ca.gov
Special Requirements
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify
Position requires employee to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a background investigation.
Travel may be required up to five percent (5%) of the time.
Education : For classifications where the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) are based on meeting education requirements only: If education is required to meet the MQs please attach a copy of all of your transcripts that show the completion of the required education. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the time of appointment. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org .
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: 4/12/2024
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. 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 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 Department of Tax and Fee Administration
Attn: Certification Section - JC-423002
Human Resources Bureau
450 N Street, MIC: 00
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
CA Department of Tax and Fee Administration
Certification Section - JC-423002
Human Resources Bureau
450 N Street, MIC: 00
Sacramento , CA 95814
Monday - Friday (Excluding Holidays)
08:00 AM - 04:00 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.
• Other - A completed Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) must be submitted with your STD. 678 in order to be considered for this position. Please see the Supplemental Questionnaire Requirement section of this job posting for additional information.

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.
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:
• Knowledge of computer programs, such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Ability to be a self-starter.
• Experience and/or ability to interpret laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
Benefits
CDTFA appreciates and proudly celebrates diversity with an emphasis of an inclusive atmosphere in all levels of the organization. CDTFA is a participant in The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) Capitol Cohort to advance racial equality and advance opportunities for all in California. Employees of different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions, disabilities, gender orientations and personal experiences are welcomed to contribute to the success of CDTFA.
The CDTFA was presented with the Large State Employer of the Year Award for 2018 from The Association of California State Employees with Disabilities (ACSED); showcasing CDTFA's support of employment, promotion, and fair treatment of persons with disabilities.
CDTFA values its staff and is dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility.
Working for the State offers great opportunities, generous benefits, and career development. In addition, some offices may offer:

• Nearby (third-party) parking.
• Convenient to public transportation.
• Located near multiple eateries, major freeway access.
• Free parking.

For more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State Employees https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.cdtfa.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Tracy Halvorsen
(916) 309-5278
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 Contact
(916) 309-8400
EqualEmployment.Opportunity@cdtfa.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.
Supplemental Questionnaire Requirement
Applicants must include a Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) for this recruitment. Applications without an SQ or include an SQ that does not directly answer all the items below will not be considered. Resumes do not take the place of the SQ.
SQ Requirements:

• Name on SQ.
• Job Control number on SQ.
• SQ must be no more than two pages in length, single-spaced.

Supplemental questions are required for this recruitment. Interested individuals must submit answers to the supplemental questions along with their application. Applications without answers to the supplemental questions will result in the applications being rejected and the applicant will no longer be considered for this recruitment. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the supplemental questions.
You must provide a direct individual response, numbered accordingly, to each of the statements/questions. Please limit your responses to a maximum of two pages, single spaced, in Arial size 12 font. Include your first and last name, and the job control number for this recruitment in the header of the page.
Respond directly to the following SQ question(s):
1. Describe your current computer knowledge (programs, languages, databases, etc.) and experience with in-house systems (such as CROS) and the level of this knowledge.
2. Describe your ability to learn, use, and gain proficiency with new software programs and/or computer systems.
3.Describe your experience and ability to research, interpret and analyze data.
You must provide specific information in your response(s) which demonstrates how your kn...