Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Hybrid Telework Opportunity.

The Associate Governmental Program Analyst (Program Officer), under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I in the Grants Management Branch, in a highly independent manner, performs the more responsible, varied, and complex technical analytical work in a wide variety of consultative and analytical assignments such as developing new program funding announcements and applications, processing and evaluating grant proposals, and developing and monitoring contracts and budgets. Routinely provides consultative services to management and external stakeholders regarding funding applications and contracts.  Generates and provides data to management and stakeholders on funding application outcomes.  Performs fiscal and program reviews of funded applicants, as needed.  Makes recommendations for improvement to funding and contracting processes.  Participates in the development and testing of software tools to manage grants, invoices, and contract reporting. 

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Working Conditions

HCAI offers a hybrid telework schedule with a combination of remote and in-office work schedules for CA residents only . The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises.

Special Requirements

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon appointment. If it is determined an application does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

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:

AGPA/ SSA:

• Experience developing, administering, monitoring, or reviewing grants and/or contracts.
• Experience creating and editing clear and concise documents, including procedural documentation and/or customer-facing communication.
• Experience in leading or working in a group or team, including delegation or coordination of group tasks.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and/or customer relationship management tools.
• Experience analyzing information and making recommendations based on that information.
• Experience providing technical or programmatic information to customers or outside stakeholders.
• Experience tracking, prioritizing, and completing tasks independently.

Benefits

In addition to competitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, our employees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access to healthcare.

To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the Salary and Benefits page on the CalHR website.

HCAI is housed in a state-of-the-art building outside of downtown off Interstate-5. Enjoy a great work environment with many amenities, including FREE parking and fully equipped electric vehicle charging stations. HCAI is close to many dining and shopping choices.

University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) employees may qualify to transfer their current and previous employment credit to State of California employment through CalPERS. Human Resources can help with this process upon employment or you can reach out to CalPERS for inquiries at (888) 225-7377.

Additional Application Requirements

You must include: 1) the classification title you are applying for, 2) "JC-#482587", and 3) your source of eligibility (i.e. List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, SROA/Surplus) in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you applying” section of your application. Applications received without this information may be disqualified.

If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you MUST include a copy of your unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification. Example: if you are applying for a Staff Services Analyst position based on your Bachelor’s degree, you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts showing the conferred date of the degree you obtained. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon appointment. Applicants who fail to provide this information shall be disqualified.

Applications received via email or fax will not be accepted.

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 required and must be included.
• Other -

  Unofficial transcripts  must be included if qualifying under an education pattern of the minimum qualifications. If selected, official transcripts will be required upon appointment.

• Statement of Qualifications -
  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The SOQ is a separate document with your Name, Job Control number, and Title of classification being applied for on the top, typed in Arial 12 pt font, no more than two pages.) Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to follow the instructions may disqualify you from being considered for this position.
  Your response must be in narrative form and include responses to the questions in the order below. Number your responses to coincide with the questions.

  1. Describe a time you were required to analyze information and provide a recommendation. What steps did you take to analyze the information and present the recommendation? What was the outcome?

  2. Describe a time when you had to provide technical or programmatic information to a customer or other outside stakeholder. Include information on steps taken and resources used to communicate effectively with the customer, and the outcome.

  3. Describe your ability to work independently and with little oversight. Include information about skills and/or tools you use to track day-to-day tasks and ensure they are completed accurately and by assigned deadlines.

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