Join Our Dynamic Team as a Disaster Response Analyst!
Are you eager to dive into an integrated world of business analysis, data analysis, and emergency management? Look no further! The Community Care Licensing Division's (CCLD) Disaster Response Unit is seeking passionate individuals like you to join our team and make a difference. At the CCLD Disaster Response Unit, we are at the forefront of disaster response and emergency management, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in licensed care facilities across the state. Our team utilizes cutting-edge GIS and technical tools to monitor and respond to disasters effectively. We are dedicated to exploring innovative IT solutions to enhance our projects and streamline our processes.
As a Disaster Response Analyst with CCLD's Disaster Response Unit, you will have the chance to:
*Gain Hands-On Experience: Dive into the world of disaster response tasks, GIS software, and Power Platform, sharpening your skills and expanding your knowledge.
*Contribute to Meaningful Projects: Play a vital role in monitoring statewide disasters, protecting the health and safety of vulnerable individuals, and managing internal projects that make a real difference in our communities.
*Collaborate with Internal and External Partners: Work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about emergency management and ensuring the safety of some of California's most vulnerable populations.
What we Offer:
*Learning Opportunities: Expand your skill set through hands-on experience and ongoing training.
*Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team where your ideas are valued, and collaboration is encouraged.
*Meaningful and Exciting Work: Join an exciting and fast-paced environment that supports vulnerable Californians in the midst of disasters.
We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who are:
*Passionate: About making a positive impact in disaster response and emergency management.
*Driven: To learn and grow in the fields of GIS and other cutting-edge technology, emergency management, and business analytics.
*Adaptable: Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple tasks effectively.
If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with us, apply now and be part of a team that's dedicated to making a difference!
Join us at CCLD's Disaster Response Unit and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!
Benefits: The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position may be eligible for a hybrid Telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid Telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office. This position may be located in any of the following offices within CCLD: Chico, El Segundo, Fresno, Santa Barbara, Monterey Park, Sacramento, Oakland, Orange, Palmdale, Riverside, Santa Rosa, San Bruno, San Jose, San Diego, or Woodland Hills.
• In Office refers to all working days.
• Hybrid refers to some working days in office and other days Telework eligible.
• Telework refers to all working days at approved alternate work location.
This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Social Services policies. Please note, if this position is being advertised in multiple locations, the headquarter location will be designated based on the selected candidate's primary residence location, and/or the closest CDSS location.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
- STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
JC-452336
Position #(s):
800-812-5393-910
Working Title:
Disaster Response Analyst
Classification:
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST $5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A
Shall Consider:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3,749.00 - $4,698.00 A
$4,059.00 - $5,081.00 B
$4,868.00 - $6,093.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) serves, aids and protects needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility and foster independence. CDSS employees are our most important resource in serving California's needy and vulnerable children and families.
It is the mission of the Community Care Licensing Division to promote the health, safety, and quality of life of each person in community care through the administration of an effective collaborative regulatory enforcement system.
ITLB's mission is to serve as an essential liaison bureau that connects people through technology and bridges the gap between our stakeholders through meaningful partnerships. We collaborate with stakeholders, prioritize user needs, drive automation, and process improvement to enhance the efficiency and quality of CCLD operations. Across these efforts, ITLB provides technological solutions and support to the division, with ISD, to provide and develop innovative and high quality products and services to provide a better quality of life for our end users.
The mission of the Disaster Response Unit (DRU) is to act as the Division's centralized disaster response team that aims to protect the health and safety of individuals receiving care from a licensed facility during disasters in the State. The DRU tracks disasters that may potentially impact facilities, determines and alerts potentially impacted facilities, communicates critical updates with Division stakeholders, trains Regional and Program Office staff in the Division's standard operating procedures, and strives to continuously improve disaster tools and processes through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The unit's functions include ensuring licensees have the tools and resources to aid with disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts that are available to Californians.
CDSS Culture
CDSS' goal is to foster a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion within our Department, that actively invites the contribution and participation of all people, and is representative of the varied identities and different perspectives in California. In our role as public administrators, our charge is to ensure that our programs and our workplaces provide all Californians the opportunity to thrive.
Special Requirements
Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.
Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) will be considered the first phase of the hiring process for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you may be invited to an interview. The SOQ should be two pages max, (Times New Roman, 12 pt. font) highlighting your experience and/or education (see considerations below) that makes you the best candidate for this position.
SOQ Considerations:
- Describe your proficiency with data analysis tools and techniques.
- Detail your experience in creating reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
- Provide experience with cross-functional collaboration.
- Discuss how you apply new knowledge and skills to your work.
- Examples of successful process improvement projects.
Resumes and/or cover letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ or SOQs that do not include a response may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process.
This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice.
You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide office transcripts at the time of hire.
Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for an appointment.
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: 10/15/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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 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:
Department of Social Services
California Department of Social Services
Attn: Classification & Pay Unit
P.O.Box 944243
Sacramento , CA 94244-2430
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Social Services
California Department of Social Services
Classification & Pay Unit
744 P Street, MS 8-15-58
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 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 -
(SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.
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 Community Care Licensing and Licensing data systems is desirable.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and beneficial relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as Division Programs and Branches and other state agencies or departments.
- Excellent customer service skills and strong problem solving, decision making and critical thinking as well as strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience extracting, transforming, and loading data from multiple sources and data analysis
- Knowledge using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, and SharePoint.
- Understanding of and knowledgeable regarding policies is imperative along with knowledge of business requirements, flow charts, and work plans.
- Interest in emergency management or Geographic Information System is a plus!
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.
TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT
- Public transit (mass transit) passes.
- 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
- 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
- Vanpool drivers and riders
- 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
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Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Allyson Bartz
(916) 206-5103
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 Office
(916) 657-2326
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.
Examination Information
Those interested in obtaining employment with any state agency must apply and compete through the state hiring and recruitment process.
To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the "How to Apply" instructions in the examination announcement:
CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search
Successful examination applicants are placed on an eligibility list. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination. Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareer account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the examination when necessary. For questions regarding the examination process, please contact the Examination Unit at: .
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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.