ANALYST II

Job Description and Duties Under direction of the Supervisor I in the Nonpublic Agencies Unit (NPAU), working cooperatively with program units and supervisors throughout the California Department of Education, the Associate Analyst independently reviews nonpublic agency (NPA) applications, provides technical assistance on the certification process and ongoing NPA program monitoring, and assists in the investigations of NPAs. This position provides analytical services in support of these functions. Travel throughout California is required. NPA Program Monitoring - Maintain a case load of NPAs, travel to conduct onsite reviews, provide technical assistance as needed. Review applications from new and renewing NPAs, record application information and generate certification documents to be distributed by mail and email. Policy Implementation and Research - Draft reports and letters of program compliance and noncompliance; independently determine routine decisions, anticipate policy challenges, propose alternative solutions for management consideration, ensure maintenance of unit guidance documents, propose changes to legislation and/or internal policies and procedures designed to improve the NPAU. Personal Leave Program 2025 Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 4.62% in exchange for 8 hours of leave credits through October 2026. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction. CDE is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Additionally, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. For more information click here: E-Verify You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: Copy each question and respond accordingly: • 1. Describe your ability to manage multiple and changing priorities with time-lines and firm deadlines. • 2. Describe your process for reviewing and analyzing documents, including any related experience you have in verifying compliance to applicable state and federal regulations, such as the California Education Code. • 3. Detail your experience and skills working with schools, school districts, nonpublic schools, agencies, and government agencies to improve education. • 4. Identify additional knowledge, skills, and abilities, and/or other work-related qualifications you possess as they relate to this job. 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: • Strong collaborative qualities • Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management • Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact well with the public • Knowledge of state and federal education laws, statutes, rules, policies, and procedures pertaining to special education • Excellent attendance and punctuality • Strong written and oral communication skills • Ability to work effectively on multiple projects at the same time