Analyst II (Analyst I)

Job Description and Duties Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes. Under the direction of the Supervisor I, the Analyst II will work as a full journey level analyst working with a high degree of independence and in conjunction with other analysts in the management of all personnel processes within Human Resources (HR). The Analyst II acts as the primary Headquarters Classification & Hiring (HCH) contact for various headquarters programs. The Analyst II is responsible for facilitating seamless personnel services to HR staff through the position allocation, recruitment, certification, hiring, appointment, and Classification & Pay (C&P) processes. The CDCR Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The HRTS is an intuitive, user-­friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-­time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application's progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account. For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4645. CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application and on their CalCareers profile. This advertisement is for an interchangeable analyst position, Analyst I or II located in Sacramento County. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Candidates new to CDCR or CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. 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: • Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued. • Ability to organize and establish workload priorities and work well under pressure. • Knowledge of the California Department of Human Resources and State Personnel Boards laws, rules and regulations. • Ability to appropriately handle sensitive/confidential material and information. • Comfortable working with all levels of supervisors and management, including law enforcement personnel. • Experience analyzing and solving personnel problems with a high degree of initiative, independence, and flexibility. • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, while assuming responsibility for decisions and actions. • Ability to reason well and use good judgment. • Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills (including the use of correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling). • Excellent research skills. • Ability to effectively analyze problems and gather, interpret, and evaluate information. Statement of Qualifications A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. When completing the SOQ please explain your answers thoroughly, including all relevant experience, education, and training. Responses shall be no more than one page in length and include your name, job requisition (JR), and the job control (JC) number for this position on the top right of the document. Failure to follow the instructions and provide responses to all the following questions will result in being disqualified from consideration for this position. 1. Describe, in your own words, your relevant education, training, and/or experience that make you the best applicant for this position. 2. How would you communicate difficult or complex HR information to stakeholders with different levels of understanding? For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supplemental Questionnaire, please visit Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications.