What are the responsibilities and job description for the ANALYST I position at Department of State Hospitals?
Job Posting: Analyst I - Dept. of Police Services
Department of State Hospitals
ANALYST I
$3,861.00 - $6,276.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 7/22/2026
Job Description and Duties
- Manage Citizen’s Complaints database regarding misconduct investigations, use of force investigations, and internal affair investigations to ensure compliance with mandated timelines for responses as per the Welfare and Institutions code and recommendations from the Office of Law Enforcement Support (OLES).
- Review and interpret the reporting requirements of OLES as they pertain to Patient Complaints and/or allegations of misconduct.
- Send requests for additional information to the appropriate supervisors/managers; to review documents prior to distribution and make recommendations.
- Act as hospital liaison between the Department of State Hospitals and OLES. Review confidential documents related to OLES / Office of Protective Services (OPS) investigations and Department of Police Services (DPS) reports.
- Using police and Office of Special Investigations (OSI) records in various databases; review and interpret information to prepare complex analytical and statistical reports for administrative staff including DSH and Sacramento legal divisions.
- Analyze OLES incident, citizen complaint, and employee databases. Prepare related statistical and summary reports and make recommendations for follow-up in appropriate areas. Prepare additional statistical reports requested by OLES, OPS, or other agencies.
- Design and recommend systems, procedures, forms, and instructions for internal use. Develop and assist in the development of statistical tracking systems and management reports for identification of trends.
- Perform a variety of special administrative assignments.
- Prepare and maintain clear, concise, and comprehensive records, reports, and correspondence.
- Maintain organized and accurate filing systems; locate and retrieve files from manual and computerized systems.
- Provide back-up coverage.
Eligibility: To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.
*It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.*
If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.
Click here to take the Analyst I Examination
Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
- This position is in-office with the possibility of one (1) day of telework per week.
Position Details
Department Information
The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.
Special Requirements
- The Department of Justice requires a background Investigation for anyone accessing or anyone who will view any information that is obtained from the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS). Police Services Investigators conduct background investigations on any Analyst I candidate selected to fill a vacancy in the Department of Police Services.
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: 7/22/2026Who 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Other -
- If using college education to meet the minimum qualifications, as outlined in the classification description (specifications), you must provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts showing how many units completed with their application (STD. 678). Higher degrees cannot be accepted as proof of a lower degree.
- Transcripts must include candidate's name, the name of the school, and the date the degree was conferred, if applicable, in order to be considered for this position.
- Foreign transcripts must include verification for U.S. equivalency from an independent company.
- Please ensure that the birthdate and social security number are redacted from the transcripts.
- If you are not using education to meet the MQs, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).
- If using college education to meet the minimum qualifications, as outlined in the classification description (specifications), you must provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts showing how many units completed with their application (STD. 678). Higher degrees cannot be accepted as proof of a lower degree.
Benefits
- Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
- Work life balance (some positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually – specific accrual rates can be found here)
- Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc.)
- Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS
- Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
- School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Commute Program
- Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- ScholarShare (college savings account)
- On-the-job training and professional development
- Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards
These webpages are intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base, and length of appointment.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
DSH-Atascadero Employment Office
(805) 468-3384
ASHEmployment@dsh.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:Pearl Melena
(805) 468-2007
Pearl.Melena@dsh.ca.gov
Additional Information
- Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
- Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
- This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.
- Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted. Scanned, copied or faxed applications will not be accepted.
- Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.
- Any limited-term appointments may transition into a permanent appointment.
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.
Salary : $3,861 - $6,276