Policy Analyst Job at Department of Consumer Affairs, Sacramento County, CA

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  • Department of Consumer Affairs
  • Sacramento County, CA

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This position is until filled and applications will be reviewed on a flow basis. Please check often as a cutoff as a cutoff date may be established after the initial 10 calendar days of it being posted. 

Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I (SSMI), in a full journey level capacity, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) is responsible for regulation, legislation, policy, examination, and outreach activities for the California State Board of Optometry (Board). The AGPA researches, analyzes, and makes recommendations to the Board regarding legislative proposals and regulatory changes; prepares analyses of the potential operational and fiscal impacts of legislative proposals and regulatory changes; serves as the Outreach Coordinator, maintaining the Board's social media accounts, informational bulletins, and website; coordinates the Subject Matter Experts who work with the Office of Professional Exam Services (OPES) to develop the Board's California Laws and Regulations Examination (CLRE); and provides administrative support to Board Members and the Executive Officer.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the publuc equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians. 

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Working Conditions

The office is on the ground floor of a two story building with easy freeway access. Normal office temperature and lighting conditions are present. Staff members use computers daily and work in cubicles. Some in-state travel may be required .

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Conflict of Interest Filing

This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.

CORI Clearance

Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.

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:

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:

• Knowledge of laws and regulations concerning regulatory bodies. (Business and Professions Code and California Code of Regulations).

• Experience with interpreting rules, regulations, and policies.

• Ability to multitask and manage high priority projects.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to form cohesive working relationships with peers and staff throughout the Department and other agencies.

• Ability to work independently, setting goals, determining priorities, and demonstrating sound judgment.

Benefits

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

Our office has FREE parking, electric car charging stations, easy freeway access, secure bicycle storage, and on-site gym and shower facilities.

Our office is close to a variety of shopping and dining options, as well as trails, parks, and nature areas. We are close to downtown Sacramento and the Sacramento International Airport.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

Applicants must complete and submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application to be considered for this position. To be accepted, the completed SOQ should be no longer than two pages in length, single spaced, 11-point Arial font, one-inch margins.

The SOQ should answer the following questions:

1. Describe how your qualifications, skills, and experience make you the ideal candidate for this position.

2. Describe a time when you had to change your behavior at work. Why did you have to change, and how did you change?

3. Describe your experience analyzing statutes, proposed legislation, and promulgating regulations.

4. Describe your experience conducting outreach and producing marketing materials, including FAQs, informational bulletins, studies, or issue papers.

Applications received without a SOQ will be rejected.

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.
  • Other - A cover letter is required and must be included. 
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    A statement of qualifications is required for this position. Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement section for instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time,

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