What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSOCIATE PERSONNEL ANALYST position at State Water Resources Control Board?
Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position. This position currently requires two days a week in office.
Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the State Water Resources Control Boards (Water Boards) Human Resources Branch (HRB). The Water Board’s Division of Administrative Services has one opening for an Associate Personnel Analyst (APA). We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic, customer service and detail-oriented individuals to join our human resources team.
If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 18th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.
Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I (Supervisory), the APA is responsible for performing a variety of complex analytical duties related to Classification and Pay and Selections and providing consultative services to assigned Water Boards programs. The APA promotes and is accountable for customer satisfaction and quality service and provides recommendations and changes that promote innovative solutions to meet customer needs, in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, California Department of Human Resources (CalHR), State Personnel Board (SPB) and Water Boards policies and procedures.
Will also consider Staff Services Analyst (SSA).
Additional information:
Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.
If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.
Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.
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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 PERSONNEL ANALYST
- STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Shall Consider:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
Department Information
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the nine (9) Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) (collectively the Water Boards) work to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.
The Water Boards values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations. Join the Water Boards to improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:
- RPA# 24-600-084 in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
- Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility).
Must have Associate Governmental Program Analyst / Staff Services Analyst list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list.
Here is the link to the Associate Governmental Program Analyst exam: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/9PB04.PDF.
Here is the link to the Staff Services Analyst exam: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/3PBAU.PDF.
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://www.naces.org/members.
Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.
In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits, and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.
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: 12/12/2024Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications - Please see below for specific requirements.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience and/or knowledge in the areas of Human Resources and Recruitment/Selections
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, policies, and regulations
- Policy development experience
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to respectfully interact with a variety of people at multiple levels within an organization
- Experience working with stakeholders to resolve sensitive personnel issues
- Experience with essential business software such as Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe
- Ability to use tact and discretion in all situations and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to communicate clearly, in writing and verbally
- Ability to multitask, be flexible, and adapt to changing priorities
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to think creatively, problem solve, provide recommendations and alternative solutions
- Experience consulting with employees, supervisors, and managers
- Experience presenting information to a group of management and/or stakeholders
Benefits
Water Board employees may be eligible for benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees, and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Katie Hill
(916) 341-5111
kathleen.hill@waterboards.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Ann White
(916) 322-9956
anulika.white@waterboards.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:Shyla Hoffman
(916) 341-5881
shyla.hoffman@waterboards.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.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than three (3) pages in length, using Arial 12 point font, and normal margins.
The SOQ items must be numbered and addressed in the same order as listed. SOQ responses must include detailed and concise information specifically addressing how the candidate's knowledge, training, and experience relate to each of the Desirable Qualifications items listed above. Submitting an SOQ that does not directly answer the questions listed below will result in the application being rejected and the applicant will no longer be considered for this recruitment.
- Describe your knowledge and experience that qualify you for this position.
- Describe your experience researching, analyzing, interpreting, and applying laws and rules to complete work projects or assignments.
- Describe your approach to providing excellent customer service and provide an example of a time you exceeded customer expectations.
- Provide an example of a mistake you made and how you resolved it. What was the outcome?
- Why are you interested in this position?
Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated will not be considered.
Note: Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.
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.
