Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

About this Role

Under the direction of the Operations Manager ( Supervisor I), Division of Home and Community Living (DHCL), the Analyst II performs a variety of complex programmatic and technical functions to support the mission of the California Department of Aging (CDA) and provides leadership and support to Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) sites. The Analyst II is responsible for contract administration, program support, information collection and review, program assessment, compliance with Medi-Cal regulations, program standards , and Federal waiver requirements. The Analyst II serves as a key liaison between CDA, MSSP sites, and partner departments by gathering and organizing program information, facilitating communication, coordinating follow-up activities, and assisting sites in understanding and meeting program requirements.

Examination Information

Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Aging must apply and compete through the State recruitment process (3 Steps To A State Job ). Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement: CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search .

If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Aging, please contact the Human Resources Branch at Careers@aging.ca.gov

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Employees are currently required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs.

The physical work location of the position is designated at the department's headquarters location, a three-story building and standard office modular workspace located in Sacramento (Natomas). The duties of the position require sitting for long periods of time while using a personal computer, reviewing documents, and attending meetings whether they are digital (i.e., Zoom, WebEx, MS Teams, etc.) or in person.

5% Travel related to fiscal training and technical assistance.

Special Requirements

This position is designated under the  Conflict of Interest Code . The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete  Form 700within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment. 

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:

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including data collection experience, and Excel spreadsheet development.

• Knowledge of MSSP, Medi-Cal, Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs, aging services, and related state and federal program requirements.

• Experience collecting, organizing, reviewing, and maintaining program documentation and information from multiple sources.

• Experience providing trainings and/or technical assistance.

• Experience researching, interpreting, and articulating applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.

• Ability to provide clear, concise, and effective written documentation and oral presentation.

• Experience meeting deadlines, managing multiple competing priorities, and strong organization skills.

Benefits

In addition to competitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, our employees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access to programs and services that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout California.

To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the  Benefit Summary page on the CalHR website.

CDA is located near downtown with easy access to I-5 and I-80. Employees enjoy a great team environment,  FREE PARKING , and convenient access to dining and shopping in the Natomas area.

Statement of Qualifications Instructions

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. SOQs must include your full name and be limited to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, in twelve-point Arial font.

1. Describe your work experience, educational background and training that has prepared you to perform the day-to-day responsibilities of this position.  

2. Describe your experience working with budgets and fiscal reporting. 

3. Describe a situation when you had to exercise a high degree of initiative in order to complete a difficult task 

Note: Resumes, cover letters, and other materials will not be accepted in place of the SOQ. Applications submitted without the SOQ will be considered incomplete and may not be considered for the position.

The SOQ must be written solely by you and should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate your qualifications based upon your own experience/education. Any submissions that are created, modified or include any type of artificial intelligence may be disqualified.

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 - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. Please see the Statement of Qualifications Instructions section below for instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work experience placement, Work at office, Work from home

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