Classification & Pay Analyst (Analyst II)

Job Description and Duties **This is a 12 month Limited-Term position that may be extended up to 24 months and/or with the possibility of becoming permanent.** Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. Job Summary for Analyst I: Under the supervision of Supervisor I, the Analyst I performs analytical work in the administration of the Department’s personnel management programs including but not limited to, classification and pay, hiring assistance, recruitment, allocations, reporting structures, position justifications, or special projects pertaining to Human Resources (HR). Serves as a point of contact and liaison between assigned Cal OES directorates and HR. Analyzes issues, reasons logically and creatively, develops a course of action, and makes recommendations to meet customer needs while performing a variety of HR responsibilities. Will also support and promote a positive work environment and productive relationships with all staff in an ethical and professional manner. The incumbent is expected to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Works closely with all levels of Cal OES management; provides consultation on a wide variety of personnel-related subjects. Attends a variety of staff meetings and training classes, may be called upon as a lead, and to train, present, and perform other job-related duties. Interprets and explains civil service law, rules, and procedures; does research in specific areas of public personnel management; represents the Agency at meetings and conferences; studies various personnel operating procedures; prepares reports, manuals, articles, and correspondence. Job Summary for Analyst II: Under the general direction of the Supervisor I, the Analyst II performs analytical work in the administration of the Department’s personnel management programs including but not limited to, classification and pay, hiring assistance, recruitment, allocations, reporting structures, position justifications, and or special projects pertaining to Human Resources (HR). Serves as a point of contact and liaison between assigned Cal OES directorates and HR. Analyzes issues, reasons logically and creatively, develops a course of action, and makes recommendations to meet customer needs while performing a variety of HR responsibilities. Will also support and promote a positive work environment and productive relationships with all staff in an ethical and professional manner. The incumbent is expected to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Works closely with all levels of Cal OES management; provides consultation on a wide variety of personnel-related subjects. Attends a variety of staff meetings and training classes, may be called upon as a lead, and to train, present, and perform other job-related duties. Interprets and explains civil service law, rules, and procedures; does research in specific areas of public personnel management; represents the Agency at meetings and conferences; studies various personnel operating procedures; prepares reports, manuals, articles, and correspondence. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Application Package RequirementsTo have your application considered for this job opportunity: • List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678. • List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678. • Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours. • You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete. • SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter. • Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service. If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency. NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail. **A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.****All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.****We encourage applicants to apply electronically.** 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: • Ability to research thoroughly and write effectively following policy and grammatical rules. • Analytical problem solving. • Interpreting and explaining regulations, laws, and policy. • Demonstrate willingness to assume duties of various complexity and adapt to changing priorities. • Have excellent communication, listening, and interactive skills. • Be proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks. • Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner. • Demonstrate ability to follow directions, protocols, and procedures. • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence with the ability to work in a multi- disciplined team environment. • Possess strong organizational and time management skills. • Demonstrate attention to details and ensure the completeness and accuracy of the provided information, at all times. • Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines. • Possess excellent customer service skills. Statement of Qualifications All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Please review the Duty Statement and the Desirable Qualifications for the Analyst II/I. The SOQ should specifically outline how you meet any or all of the desirable qualifications outlined in the Job Posting and Duty Statement. SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS: • The SOQ shall be no more than two pages, single-sided, and double-spaced in 12-point Arial font with your name and the JC in the upper right hand corner. PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING: • Describe your experience interpreting and applying personnel laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures in Classification and Pay and/or other laws, policies, and procedures. • Describe your experience working in situations where there are multiple competing demands for your time on complex projects or sensitive issues that required resolutions within limited timeframes. Please provide an example and the steps you took in order to prioritize. For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog: Upload SOQ to your Application Package