Analyst II, Office of Civil Rights (OCR) (Analyst II)

Job Description and Duties This position may be located in either Oakland or Sacramento. Under the general direction of the Executive Officer of the California Education Interagency Council, the Analyst III leads the CEIC’s analytical efforts to understand trends and projections in workforce needs and educational pipelines, steering Council discussions and decisions. The Analyst III works with staff of state and federal agencies to identify, develop, and implement approaches to improving cross-system alignment and workforce outcomes, and supports executive leadership through the development of clear, accurate, and timely analyses, reports, and presentations for effective communication regarding Council goals, objectives, priorities, and achievements. We are advertising this position as until filled. We will review applications on the 10th of each month. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. SOQs should be limited to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font. 1. Describe your experience conducting complex data analysis to identify trends or inform policy or program decisions. Include specific tools or methods you used and explain how your analysis supported leadership or influenced organizational outcomes. 2. Explain your experience representing an organization in meetings or collaborative efforts involving multiple internal and external stakeholders. How did you ensure effective communication, alignment on priorities, and timely delivery of required information or materials? 3. Provide an example of a report, presentation, or briefing you developed for executive leadership, legislative bodies, or public forums. Describe the analytical work involved, how you ensured accuracy and clarity, and the impact your work. Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see our Work4CA guide. 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: • Advanced analytical skills, including experience synthesizing state or federal data related to workforce, education, or public policy. Ability to develop data models, metrics, dashboards, or trend analyses to support decision-making for executive leadership. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing reports, briefing materials, presentations, or talking points for high-level audiences (e.g., executives, legislative bodies). • Experience representing an organization in interagency or public forums, demonstrating professionalism, clarity, and strategic communication. • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including control agencies, departments, vendors, or advocacy groups. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with data visualization tools to present complex information in accessible formats. • Ability to rapidly respond to ad-hoc requests and produce high-quality analytical outputs under pressure. • Strong organizational and project management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy across complex deliverables. • Experience preparing materials for the Governor’s Office, Legislature, or oversight entities, or similar high-stakes environments. • Knowledge of statewide policy issues related to education, workforce development, labor market trends, or cross-system alignment. • Professional discretion and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information appropriately.