What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Governmental Program Analyst- Department of Police Services position at State of California?
The Associate Governmental Program Analyst will be directed by the Chief of Police Services, or designee. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to :
- Conducts research, creates bids and composes correspondences to complete the most technical and difficult competitive bid processes for goods and services.
- Preparation and execution of Goods Purchases and Service Contracts.
- Participation in the Department of State Hospitals workgroup conference calls, develop procedures, and provide training.
In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you must satisfy one of the following requirements :
1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE : Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification at Associate Governmental Program Analyst Exam Bulletin , OR
2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE : Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250), OR
3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE : Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : State experience applied toward the "General Experience" pattern must include at least one year in a class at a level of responsibility equivalent to that of the promotional class. Experience applicable to one of the following patterns may be combined on a proportional basis with experience applicable to the other patterns to meet the total experience requirements, provided that the combined qualifying experience totals at least 30 months. Education may not be used to reduce this 30-month limit. EDUCATION- The following education is required when general experience is used to qualify at any level : equivalent to graduation from college. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.) AND EITHER I Experience : One year of experience performing the duties of a Staff Services Analyst, Range C. OR II Experience : Three years of professional analytical experience performing duties in one or a combination of the following or closely related areas : budgeting, management analysis, personnel, planning, program evaluation, or policy analysis.
Promotional candidates who are within six months of satisfying the experience requirement for this class will be admitted to the examination, but they must fully meet the experience requirement before being eligible for appointment. (One year of graduate work in public or business administration, industrial relations, psychology, law, political science, or a related field may be substituted for six months of the required nonsupervisory experience.)
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. One (1) day per week of telework will be considered upon completion of probation and training. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the department and is subject to change as business needs arise.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Position Details Job Code # :
JC-461315
Position #(s) : 455-561-5393-701
Working Title :
Associate Governmental Program Analyst- Department of Police Services
Classification :
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST $5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A
of Positions : Work Location :
San Luis Obispo County
Telework : In Office
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Facility : DSH - Atascadero
Department Information
The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.
Department Website : Special Requirements
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note : foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.
The department of Justice requires a background Investigation for anyone accessing or anyone who will view any information that is obtained from the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS). Police Services Investigators conduct background investigations on any AGPA selected to fill a vacancy in the Department of Police Services.
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 : 1 / 24 / 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.
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 :
Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero
DSH - Atascadero
Attn : DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
P.O. Box 7005
Atascadero , CA 93423-7005
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at :
Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero
DSH - Atascadero
DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
10333 El Camino Real
Atascadero , CA 93422
08 : 00 AM - 04 : 30 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 :
If using Out of Class (OOC) experience to meet minimum qualifications, you MUST provide a copy of the approved OOC Completion Memorandum certifying your OOC experience. Failure to submit the required documents will result in the OOC experience not being applied towards meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification. If you are not basing your eligibility on Out of Class experience, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose / Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).
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.
Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package including :
Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website : Special Requirements
DSH-Atascadero Employment Office
805) 468-3384
ASHEmployment@dsh.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact : Pearl Melena
805) 468-2007
Pearl.Melena@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service : 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
All interested candidates must submit a Standard State Application Form (STD. 678), and indicate ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST AND POSITION NUMBER 455-561-5393-701 AND JC#461315 in the Examination / Job Title Section.
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note : foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.
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.
