Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all.  We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

Job Description:

From wildfires to pandemics, the State of California is experiencing an unprecedented number of emergencies. If you are looking for a career path where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of vulnerable Californians, consider joining the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). This organization, guided by the goals of resilience, sustainability, climate adaptation, and equity, serves as a trusted leader in emergency management and has come to be depended on by communities throughout California. To expand our capabilities, we are looking for collaborative individuals devoted to developing innovative solutions that empower the residents of our state.

The Senior Grants Management Analyst, as part of the Hazard Mitigation Special Projects Unit, leads the development of initiatives to address state mitigation priorities and leverage emergent state funding opportunities. This includes special statewide initiatives, such as the California Wildfire Mitigation Program, which are implemented in coordination with the Hazard Mitigation Grant Division and other state agencies (e.g., CAL FIRE). Coordinating alongside the California Wildfire Mitigation Program, the analyst supports applicants as they plan and implement residential wildfire mitigation efforts. The analyst manages multiple projects with existing applicants to ensure that program expenses are validated and will support new applicants to ensure that they are following best practices when developing their programs.  

Additionally, the unit undertakes a variety of special projects to support the overall mission of the Hazard Mitigation Section, including data analytics, legislative analysis, development of tools and materials to support outreach and technical assistance, and other activities as needed.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is located in the Hazard Mitigation Unit in Mather . 

Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

Conflict of Interest (COI): This position is desi gnated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Special Requirements

Application Package Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678. 
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678. 
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section) . Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.  

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**

**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**

**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

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:

• Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner.
• Be proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks.
• Have knowledge and experience in urban, regional, and/or environmental planning and the application of community planning and/or mitigation principles. 
• Have experience in analyzing and interpreting legislative do cuments, government codes and regulations.
• Possess strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects with short-term and long-term deadlines.
• Posses an acute attention to detail.
• Have excellent customer service skills.
• Be able to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrate willingness to assume the most complex duties and adapt to changing priorities.
• Employ creativity and innovation to resolve issues and identify alternative strategies for complex problems.
• Demonstrate interest in mentorship of junior staff.
• Possess the Secretary of the Interior professional qualification standards.

Benefits

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

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking.
• On-site Gym and Locker room.
• Electric Carport.
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan.
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans.
• Flexible Schedules.
• Generous paid time off.
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family.
• Investment in careers development.
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station.

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideratio n. 

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. 

Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position.

SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS:

• The SOQ should be no more than one page in 12-point Times New Roman font.

1. Describe how your background, experience, education, and/or training qualifies you for the AGPA position in the Hazard Mitigation Special Project’s Unit.  
2. Describe a project that you led from start to finish. How did you manage the project? What was the outcome?

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog:

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 - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.

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