Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Will Consider Staff Services Analyst

Under the direction of the District Project Control Manager, a Staff Services Manager I, the incumbent serves as a Project Control Officer (PCO). The incumbent assists the Project Control Manager in handling the districts Expenditure Authorizations (EA) as they relate to Project Identifiers (PI). Reviews and monitors the districts EAs by establishing and modifying PI information and PI phase budgets in CGI Advantage System(CGI). Administers all district program EA's capital and support budgets including the Major Maintenance, State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP), and Minor B programs. The Incumbent also serves as the Cooperative Agreements and Reimbursed Programs Coordinator. Receives direction from the District Project Control Manager on the most critical issues; however, acts independently on routine and complex matters. The incumbent is held accountable for prompt and accurate work, along with excellent customer service. PARF# 11-6-081 / JC-490812

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST  exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions.  To apply for the exam, please click and search by typing in the classification title.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the STAFF SERVICES ANALYST exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions.  To apply for the exam, please click and search by typing in the classification title.

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Working Conditions

Position located at 4050 Taylor Street, San Diego, CA 92110, San Diego County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

This position has been identified as office-centered. Remote-centered equates to 50% or more of time is telework. Office-centered equates to 50% or more of time is in office/field location.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position. Please include a 1-2 pages, 12-point font, SOQ that describes your experience as it relates to this position/duty statement. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.

1. Describe a situation where you had to analyze a complex problem to make a well-reasoned decision. Include examples of gathering information from multiple sources, evaluating conflicting data, demonstrating your ability to think systematically, and making sound judgments.
2. Describe a time you had to deal with a difficult customer who was frustrated and demanding. Explain the situation, the challenges you faced, and how you managed to maintain a positive and professional demeanor while effectively resolving the issue.
3. Describe a time when you noticed a potential issue in your work environment, took steps to address it before it became a problem, and how you managed your time and priorities effectively to ensure a successful outcome.
4. Describe a scenario where you actively sought out information about a new technology relevant to your field and how you applied that knowledge to improve a project or process, demonstrating your commitment to continuous learning and adapting to industry changes.
5. Describe a time when you had to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines. How did you ensure accuracy and minimize errors while simultaneously staying on track? Include examples of organization tools and methods you incorporated.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.  If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification.  Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment.  Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.  Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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, open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact.

Benefits

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Important Applications Instructions:

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this 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, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.  The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position.  Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

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.
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  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work,

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