ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Office of Traffic SafetySacramento County, USJob Description and Duties
Under general supervision of the Staff Services Manager I, the incumbent is responsible for supervising and managing various traffic safety projects which assist the Office of Traffic Safety in conducting a coordinated and comprehensive statewide traffic safety program. The incumbent reviews quarterly performance reports, ensures project progress, completeness, and data quality. Start to finish; the Associate Governmental Program Analyst is the primary contact for the whole process of the project development, progress measurement, project modification, and completion.
PARF# 91-3-026 / JC-433674
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.
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Working Conditions
Position located in Elk Grove, Sacramento County.
This is a reposting of JC-427128. If you have previously applied to this position, you do not have to re-apply. Your application will be considered.
The OTS is a Hybrid workplace designed to support remote and office-centered telework arrangements. Our office is located right off I-5 for easy access and includes free parking. This position includes the option to telework except for some in office days.
The work environment is fast-paced, busy and requires considerable flexibility in managing time, priorities, and assignments. We are a small and energetic department that values individual and team contributions while maintaining a high-quality work-life balance. The incumbent will be required to travel to stakeholder offices or other meeting facilities throughout California. The incumbent will work in a hybrid telework environment. The office is climate-controlled between 64 and 84 degrees under artificial lighting.
New toState candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification orminimum of alternate range when applicable.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver’s licenseis required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
Statementof Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a SOQ will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.
A SOQ must be submitted along with the Standard State Application (STD 678) addressing the questions below. Refer to the position description, desirable qualifications, and duty statement to prepare your response.
Applications without the SOQ will not be considered for the position. When completing the SOQ, responses must be typed and no more than two pages using 12-point Century Gothic font.
- Describe your experience performing analytical work, research, and making recommendations to your supervisor.
- Describe your experience working in a situation where you were responsible for the creation and / or implementation of processes, procedures, or a program. What was the outcome? Describe the steps and approach utilized in the creation and implementation process.
- Describe your experience using interpersonal skills and abilities to develop positive working relationships with all levels of staff, stakeholders, and external partners working in a variety of disciplines.
Possessionof Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and / orappointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you mustinclude your unofficial transcript(s) / diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted andmay be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreigntranscripts / degrees must provide a transcript / degree U.S. equivalency reportevaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign courseworkis equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies : . Please redactbirthdates and social security numbers.
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