Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Human Resources (HR) Section Staff Services Manager II and guidance of the Staff Services Manager I (Specialist), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) will review, analyze, and determine eligibility criteria, minimum qualifications, and approve or deny candidate selection based on selection laws, rules, and policies. The AGPA will review the High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) completed hiring packages and determine if the package meets the criteria for approval and aligns with best hiring practices and Authority policies. This position is also responsible for hiring package documentation, filing and purging of completed hiring packages, and works diligently to prevent unlawful appointments on behalf of the Authority. The AGPA will train and consult with Authority leadership, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR), and other external departments as necessary. All work is to be performed in accordance with the guidelines of the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR), State Personnel Board (SPB), State Controller’s Office (SCO), federal and state laws, California Code of Regulations, and the Personnel Management Policy and Procedure Manual.

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Working Conditions

Part time telework is available for this position up to three days per week for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options.

While working on site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled cubicle which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. Incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and video display terminal and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. Employee must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Employees may be required to travel outside of their workstation to perform general tasks.

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. An SOQ is a narrative that describes your qualifications for this position. The SOQ must be no more than two (2) pages, 12-point font, organized and numbered as reflected below. You must respond to all the following items. Applicants who do not follow these requirements may be disqualified from the hiring process.

1. Please describe any experience and/or training that you have in personnel that would lead to your success in this position.

2. Please describe a time in your career where you had to collaborate on a project; in your response please include your role, any challenges you faced, and the outcome of the project.

Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered in the place of the SOQ. For assistance in completing the SOQ, please reach out to the Human Resources contact below.

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:

• Demonstrated ability to act independently, with open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact are important in this role.

• Possess excellent analytical abilities and prioritization skills.

• Experience with selection, certification, examinations, the hiring process, and interpretation of HR laws, rules, and policies.

• Familiarity with CalHR best hiring practices, eligibility determination, and minimum qualifications analysis.

• Experience reviewing hiring decisions.

• Experience training staff and/or managers.

• Customer service experience.

• Experience analyzing legislation, government codes, or other technical materials to make decisions.

• Computer proficiency and knowledge of various computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and the Internet.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to conduct tasks with minimum direction.

• Effective prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of work.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, especially pertaining to following laws, rules, and policies.

Benefits

“The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, a retirement pension, a telework stipend if applicable, and an array of other options.”

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Application Information

The STD. 678 is required and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.

If applying via postal mail or by dropping off your application, applicants must include JC-457178 and Selection and Certification Analyst, 311-220-5393/5157-807 in the 'Job Title' section of the STD. 678 to be considered for this position. Please indicate on the STD 678 your basis of eligibility in the "Explanations" field (i.e. SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible.)

Surplus/SROA candidates must provide a copy of their surplus/SROA letter with their application. Consideration may be given to applicants on another Department's employment list, provided the criteria are met to transfer the eligibility from the employment list to the Authority's employment list. The High-Speed Rail Authority does not currently offer Training and Development opportunities at this time.

NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.

If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.

To gain employment list eligibility for AGPA, please click here to access the exam bulletin.

To gain employment list eligibility for SSA, please click here to access the exam bulletin.

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 - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to apply. Please see above “Special Requirements” section for SOQ instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Remote job, 3 days per week,

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