Job Description

Under the supervision of the Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, this position is an entry first journey level analyst assisting in planning, developing, and coordinating specialized projects and assignments. Work at this level is to be completed with supervision and review. Acts as a back-up to the Classification and Pay Analyst, and Position Control Analyst. The Staff Services Analyst must have knowledge of the hiring and appointment process in accordance with California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) and the Department's hiring process. Screens applicants for employment and interprets and applies minimum qualifications. Some travel may be required.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

You will find additional information about the job in the

Duty Statement

.


Minimum Requirements


You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

Additional Documents


Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-496063

Position #(s):

284-261-5393-XXX

Working Title:

Hiring and Recruitment Analyst

Classification:

ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
$6,031.00 - $7,775.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

STAFF SERVICES ANALYST


$3,861.00 - $6,464.00

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00am-4:00pm

Work Week:

Monday-Friday
Department Information


Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) serves as one of the nation's largest, and most diverse correctional departments. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of offenders, by providing effective parole supervision, and rehabilitative strategies to successfully reintegrate offenders into our communities.



Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.



Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.


The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace. We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported. We believe all staff should be empowered. CDCR/CCHCS are proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of both Departments.


California State Prison-Sacramento is a high security male institution located in Folsom, CA. Employees may regularly be required to be in close vicinity of inmates and may visit various areas within the secured housing units.


Department Website: http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Facilities_Locator/SAC.html




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 an applicant 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 the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
Application Instructions


Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.


Final Filing Date: 10/31/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).




Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:



California State Prison, Sacramento
Postal
Attn: Personnel Dept./Hiring and Recruitment
P.O.Box 290001
Represa, CA 95671-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:



California State Prison, Sacramento
Drop-Off
Personnel Dept./Hiring and Recruitment
100 Prison Road
Represa, CA 95671
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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. Statement of Qualifications - All interested candidates must submit a

Statement of Qualifications

in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit or submit incorrectly the Statement of Qualifications as directed below will be eliminated from the selection process. A notation or reference to other materials such as a resume or cover letter will not be considered and will not be substitutes for the Statement of Qualifications.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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 work on several priority issues simultaneously, work independently, be flexible and exhibit tact Ability to gain and maintain the confidence of those contacted during the course of work; work under strict time constraints, negotiate with and instruct others, maintain regular attendance and be punctual Experience in recruiting and hiring process from start to finish Knowledge of recruitment best practices, laws, rules, and regulations Proficient in ECOS and minimum qualification review Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Skilled in customer service and online application systems Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Adaptable, collaborative, and capable of working independently or as part of a team Proficient in computer systems and able to interpret and apply regulations Committed to fostering a positive and professional work environment


Benefits


Free and convenient parking.

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Salary and Benefits website at www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx.


Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx


Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx.


This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.


Additional Application/Exam Information


Applications received without the following information will be considered incomplete and will not be considered for an interview: civil service and private sector job titles; "to" and "from" dates (month/day/year), hours worked per week, work location name and address, supervisor name and phone number and duties performed. Applications that are blank or with "see resume" in place of the information listed above and duties performed will not be accepted.



If using experience in lieu of education, please note why transcripts/degree are not included.



Please make sure a current phone number and email are listed on your application.

Please note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application and CalCareers profile. It is the applicants' responsibility to check their email inbox, to include junk emails, for any correspondences regarding their application status.

To obtain list eligibility for the classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and take and pass the examination. The link below will take you to the exam posting.

Associate Governmental Program Analyst Examination Bulletin
Staff Services Analyst Examination Bulletin

Statement of Qualifications


A SOQ is a discussion of your experience that would qualify for this position. The SOQ should be no more than 2 pages in length, Arial 12 font, titled "Statement of Qualifications", and addressing the items noted below. Please include your name and the Job Control number at the top of the SOQ. Please include the question in the response. Responses must be numbered, listed in numerical order, and address the following:



Describe a time when you had to review documents, applications, or records to make a decision or recommendation. What steps did you take to ensure accuracy and fairness, and how did you handle any unclear or missing information?

Tell us about your experience using computer systems or online platforms to complete a task or support a project. How did you learn the system, and how did it help you stay organized or improve your work?

Share an example of when you needed to contact someone outside your team to clarify or verify information. What was the situation, how did you approach the conversation, and what was the outcome?

Equal Opportunity Employer


The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.