Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is committed to effectively delivering essential Public Health services through strong and effective Partnerships. CDPH strives to be a learning, healing, and impactful organization, with the Program Support Division (PSD) providing Program assistance to the Department in that mission.

The PSD is in downtown Sacramento in the East End Complex within a mile of the Golden 1 Center, SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center, and the State Capitol. Additionally, there are a half dozen coffee shops and multiple Michelin recognized restaurants within a 10-minute walk (less if you utilize CDPH's Bikeshare Program).

• Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
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• The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year
• New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by performing a wide variety of duties associated with achieving the goals of the CDPH Safety and Security program developed to provide a safe work environment and promote emergency preparedness, injury prevention, and workplace security for all employees.

The Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) will lead administrative duties, conduct program evaluation, and analyze planning and policies that support our divisions comprehensive environmental and occupational safety and security program and disaster prevention program.

The AGPA works under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II, Section Chief of the Statewide Infrastructure Support Services.

The Staff Services Analyst (SSA) classification is distinguished from the Associate Governmental Program Analyst classification by the scope of responsibility, complexity of work performed, independence of action, decision-making, and level of supervision received. This classification consists of three alternate ranges and as the SSA advances within the classification ranges, their responsibilities are expected to show broader knowledge of the work environment, and organizational and/or departmental requirements while the scope of work increases.

The SSA works under the supervision of the Staff Services Manager II, Section Chief of the Statewide Infrastructure Support Services.

This position is a 12 month Limited Term position with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent.

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:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with some degree of independence
• Maintain cooperative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to provide excellent customer service with attention to detail
• Can provide technical advice and consultative services to various levels of staff
• Knowledge or experience with safety and security policies and procedures.
• Ability to use good judgement to assess and resolve issues
• Effective organizational skills
• Moderate to advanced skills using the Microsoft Office Suite applications

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Visit How to Write a Statement of Qualifications for instructions.

When completing the SOQ, title the page “Statement of Qualifications” and include your name and the Job Control number at the top of each page. When completing the SOQ please include all relevant experience, education, and training relevant to the question and explain your answer thoroughly. Responses should be no longer than two pages in total length, single-spaced, and 12-point Arial font. Your SOQ must address the following:

1. Based on the Duty Statement, describe your skills, experience, education, and training that makes you the best candidate for this position.
2. Describe your analytical experience in one or more of these areas:

Analytical experience is the process of studying a complex situation or issue to gain a better understanding and develop options to solve it.

• Budgeting: Effectively planning the use of resources (people, supplies, funds).
• Management analysis: Examining how funds are allocated, how tasks are coordinated and how decisions are made within an organization.
• Personnel: Conducting Human Resources activities.
• Planning: Developing goals and objectives, as well as the steps necessary to analyze, implement, assess, and monitor a program, project, or organizational unit.
• Program evaluation: Measuring the level of success, effectiveness, or efficiency through development and utilization of tools such as assessments, performance metrics, or evaluation criteria.
• Policy analysis: Evaluating current and alternative options, forecasting outcomes, and providing recommendations to decision makers based on evidence and analysis.

For each, please include the position(s) in which you performed these duties and the start and end dates (month and year) of each position.

Eligibility Information

If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position.

Please go to CalHR’s website to review the Associate Governmental Program Analyst exam bulletin.

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the duty statement.

Final Filing Date: 5/29/2025

Job Code #: JC-478079

Position #(s): 580-130-5393-001

Working Title: Safety and Security Analyst

Classification: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

$5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A

Shall Consider:

STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

$3,749.00 - $4,698.00 A

$4,059.00 - $5,081.00 B

$4,868.00 - $6,093.00 C

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at [email protected] or (916) 445-0983.