Examination Analyst

Job Description and Duties Are you looking to begin or expand a career in Human Resources? Do you want to work with purpose? Thenwe have a great opportunity for you! The California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Human ResourceServices Branch (HRSB) is recruiting for an analyst in our Examination Unit! In this role, you will make apositive impact on applicants and hiring managers by developing and administering examinations forclassifications that help support our mission.
As an Examination Analyst, duties include:
-Developing and administering departmental, open, and promotional examinations.
-Conducting job analyses to identify a classification's critical tasks and essential functions.
-Evaluating applications for minimum qualifications.
-Providing consultation and guidance to hiring managers and Subject Matter Experts on selection laws, rules,polices, and processes.
Associate Personnel Analyst:
Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, Examination Unit, the Associate PersonnelAnalyst (APA) performs the more complex, analytical, technical, and sensitive personnel, staff, and supportwork, and may serve as a lead person over less experienced examination and clerical support staff.
Staff Services Analyst:
Under the direct supervision of the Staff Services Manager (SSM) I or Lead, Examination Unit, the StaffServices Analyst (SSA) performs the less complex, analytical, technical, and sensitive personnel, staff, andsupport work.
This position provides telework opportunities, including the ability to partially work remote. The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.
Need help understanding the examination and hiring process? Do you have a question about CDSS?  We'd love to hear from you!  Please contact us at . Please include the job classification and job control number in the subject line. You will find additional information about the job in the .
Working Conditions This work location is very convenient!  The CDSS is located two blocks from the light rail and public transportation: within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer's markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.
This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Social Services policies. Headquarter location will be designated based on the selected candidate's primary residence location, and/or the closest CDSS location. 
Special Requirements Please Note:  A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. SOQs must be no more than twopages in length, have no smaller than size 12-point Arial font, and follow the prompt below:
1. Describe your knowledge and/or experience in detail of the examination process that would contribute toyour success in this position.
2. Describe in detail an example of conducting a complex minimum qualifications review.
(a) What did you do to ensure your interpretation was accurate?
(b) What was the outcome?
3. Describe in detail a situation in which you were required to independently identify a problem, performresearch to identify possible solutions, complete a thorough analysis, and present your findings tomanagement.
(a) What did you do?
(b) What was the outcome? You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.
Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
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:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong customer service skills. Strong written and verbal skills. Ability to write and produce memorandums and present information clearly and concisely. Ability to appropriately handle multiple priorities and complete assignments timely. Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply selection laws and rules. Experience with the Examination and Certification Online System (ECOS). Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team!  The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.
TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT
Public transit (mass transit) passes. 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS. Vanpool drivers and riders 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS. Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.
Examination Information Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Social Services must apply and compete through the State recruitment process.  Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.
To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the "How to Apply" instructions in the examination announcement:
If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Social Services, please contact the Examination Unit 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 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. Statement of Qualifications - (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.