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ANALYST III

Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2026

Under the general direction of the Service Access and Equity (SAE) Division Manager, the Community Navigator Program (CNP) Lead serves as the Department’s primary program and contract manager for the statewide Community Navigator Program.  This position provides leadership and oversight for the contract that funds Family Resource Centers and Community Navigators across California to expand culturally and linguistically appropriate outreach, engagement, and service navigation for diverse communities supported by the Department.  The position provides subject-matter expertise to develop, refine, and promote program policies, procedures, and performance measures.  The CNP Lead also conducts complex fiscal analysis, oversees contract compliance, supports budget development, and monitors program expenditures.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

 

Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.

 

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Occasional overnight travel within California.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • ANALYST III
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-517366
Position #(s):
472-552-5402-908
Working Title:
Community Navigator Program Lead
Classification:
ANALYST III
$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Department of Developmental Services

The California Department of Developmental Services (Department) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

 

These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

 

The Department is located in a modern, sustainable and innovative office building at 1215 “O” Street, Sacramento, California. Some amenities of the building include:

  • First floor retail space (separate access from 12th Street)
  • Café with multiple vendors
  • Outdoor seating for meal breaks
  • Employee fitness center which includes a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
  • Plaza area with kitchenette on each floor
  • Lactation rooms

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be numbered in the same order as the following areas, typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions or submit an SOQ may not be considered.

1. Describe your contract management experience, including end-to-end project planning, team leadership, and/or managing multiple projects simultaneously.  

2. Describe your experience and familiarity with the community health worker model.

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position.

The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

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:  Diversity, inclusion, and equity issues, particularly as they relate to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; Implicit bias, cultural awareness, and culturally competent service delivery; developing and managing complex, multi-year contracts, including scopes of work, deliverables, performance measures, contractor monitoring, compliance with state requirements, and corrective action implementation; California's developmental disability service delivery system, the Lanterman Act, and state and federal budgeting policies and procedures;. and bilingual language skills and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals whose preferred language is not English are highly desirable,

 

Ability to:  Communicate effectively, and apply logical and creative reasoning to analyze and explain data and support the development of procedures for program implementation; be proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Outlook is required, with advanced Excel skills desirable; be responsive to the needs of the public, Department staff, other agencies, and community groups, and demonstrate the ability to engage courteously, tactfully, and collaboratively with others; work independently, analyze situations, and take effective action using initiative and resourcefulness; develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with Department and Regional Center staff, community-based organizations, other state agencies, community groups, and the public; and to synthesize information from multiple sources to support decision-making, develop reports tailored to diverse audiences, and manage multiple projects within tight timelines..

Salary : $79,476 - $99,480

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