What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST position at Department of Justice?
The analyst independently prepares, processes and monitors the ACE court messengering/courier statewide contracts and invoices for the Office of the Attorney General/Department of Justice (DOJ). The analyst will be expected to analyze and reconcile invoice discrepancies for DOJ statewide locations (Oakland, San Francisco, Sacramento, Fresno, Los Angeles, and San Diego). The analyst will serve as the main point of contact for the Legal Divisions and be responsible for providing a breakdown and explanation of costs for urgent court filing requests and other legal services. Duties require strong organizational skills, analytical ability, effective writing and communication skills, knowledge on the laws pertaining to contract law and state procedures for purchasing goods and services, and the ability to work under strict time constraints.
Analyst may be required to travel statewide.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position offers a hybrid schedule, i.e. combined remote and in-office work schedules. If you are interested in maintaining a work/life balance, saving on transportation expenses and want work flexibility, this position may be for you!
Minimum 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
- This position is located in the Division of Operations, Legal Support Operations, Sacramento.
- Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
- Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Please note that the Staff Services Analyst classification contains multiple salary ranges. New-to-State employees will be given the minimum salary Range A, unless you meet Alternate Range Criteria 69 as follows:
- Range A. This range shall apply to those individuals who do not meet the criteria for Range B or Range C.
- Range B. This range shall apply to persons who have satisfactorily completed the equivalent to six months of Staff Services Analyst (Range A) or Staff Services Analyst, Fair Political Practices Commission (Range A), or Management Services Technician (Range B), and may apply to persons who have the equivalent of six months of satisfactory experience outside of State service performing analytical duties similar to those of a Staff Services Analyst.
- Range C. This range shall apply to persons who have graduated from a recognized four-year accredited college or university; or who satisfactorily completed the equivalent of 12 months of Staff Services Analyst (Range B) or Staff Services Analyst, Fair Political Practices Commission (Range B), experience; and may apply to persons who have the equivalent of 18 months of satisfactory experience outside the State service performing analytical duties similar to those of Staff Services Analyst.
- For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov.
Special Requirements
- A fingerprint check will be required.
- Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-474653) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
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: 5/7/2025Who 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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications -
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify you for the position. It also serves as a documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed in 12 point, Arial font, no more than two pages in length. Failure to provide an SOQ and follow instructions can result in the applicant being disqualified from the hiring process.
- Other - 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.
Desirable Qualifications
- Ability to interact effectively and positively with all levels of staff
- Ability to motivate staff
- Inspire good morale, and work cooperatively with others
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Assume responsibility for identifying and resolving issues within span of control
- Ability to demonstrate strong communication orally and in writing
- Demonstrate willingness to assist managers and legal division managers, and willingness in assuming special and new assignments
- This position requires a high degree of independence, professionalism, good attendance, accuracy, confidentiality and organizational skills
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lety Perez
(916) 210-7012
OPSJC@doj.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) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.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.
Examination Links:
To obtain list eligibility for the Associate Governmental Program Analyst or Staff Services Analyst, you must take and pass the exams.
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
https://jobs.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/9PB04.PDF
Staff Services Analyst
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/3PBAU.PDF
Additional Application Filing Information:
Please note: if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a post mark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.
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.
