Cooperative Programs Analyst

This position is located in the city of Sacramento .

Under supervision, of the Staff Services Manager I in the Cooperative Programs Section, and the general oversight of the Staff Services Manager II, Chief of the Cooperative Programs Section, the Staff Services Analyst (SSA), Cooperative Programs Analyst has the primary responsibility to perform duties pertaining to the Department of Rehabilitations (DOR) contract management, contract administration and monitoring, community partnerships, and support of field staff as it relates to cooperative program functions.

In addition to being a member of the DOR's Cooperative Programs Section, this professional will also work in collaboration with staff from the California Department of Education (CDE), local education agencies, California community colleges and universities, state and local mental health agencies, consumers, and other sections, divisions, and districts within DOR. On an increasingly responsibly basis, the Cooperative Programs Analyst performs standard program analysis, contract development and implementation, and program monitoring functions. This requires specialized knowledge of the DOR, cooperative and case service contracts, and interagency agreements.

With close mentorship, the Cooperative Programs Analyst will support various statewide and DOR district programs providing vocational rehabilitation services for DOR consumers, working closely with local DOR district staff to ensure cooperative contracts meet local district and consumer needs. Approximately 25% travel is required for this position to perform the essential job functions of a Cooperative Programs Analyst.

Essential Job Functions:

•35%- Fiscal Compliance: Assist with the evaluation, analysis, and general monitoring of program fiscal compliance. Perform technical staff work, which will include general monitoring and analysis of cooperative contract fiscal data and contract expenditures and processing invoices for payment. With support, gather and analyze information regarding case services expenditures, budget expenditures, services, and program outcomes. Work in collaboration with internal stakeholders, including DOR Budgets and Accounting Sections.

•20%- Contract Oversight: Assist section AGPA staff with analysis and aid in development, administration, oversight and monitoring of cooperative programs and contracts resulting in services for DOR consumers. This may include facilitating h program reviews, participating in local DOR/program meetings, monitoring program outcome, assisting in the negotiation of contracts, ensuring services are provided appropriately and within state and federal regulations, and assistance in development and oversight of local and statewide memorandums of understanding (MOU's) and interagency agreements (IA's).

•15%- Collaboration and Outreach: Collaborate with the establishment, management, and maintenance of cooperative relationships with interagency, community, and contracted cooperative partners; including identification and analysis of issues and bringing issues forward to section AGPAs and management staff. Coordinate with other staff within the Cooperative Programs Section as well as other sections and divisions within the Department. Work collaboratively with external stakeholders and state level partners.

•15%- Technical Assistance: Consults with and provides technical assistance to local DOR and contract agencies regarding all aspects of cooperative programs (e.g., contract invoicing, documentation, monitoring, service provision) as needed or requested. Support section AGPAs with analyzing training needs. Assist in developing, and providing training to local DOR staff, education agencies, county mental health, community rehabilitation programs, and other local and state partners regarding all aspects of cooperative programs. Provide support to peers within the Cooperative Programs Section and other sections and divisions within DOR.

•10%- Special Projects: Support with research, coordination, and completion of special projects as directed by Cooperative Programs Section management. Prepare and present reports and oral presentations and participate in internal workgroups.

Marginal Job Function:

•5% - When requested, and in concert with cooperate with the coordination of, attend, and participate in, state- and local-level meetings, workgroups, and committees relative to cooperative programs or DOR grants and initiatives. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-446971

Position #(s):
813-037-5157-830

Working Title:
Cooperative Programs Analyst

Classification:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST $3,749.00 - $4,698.00 A
$4,059.00 - $5,081.00 B
$4,868.00 - $6,093.00 C

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
If you are interested in becoming a part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) invites you to apply for this employment opportunity.

Join us in our Sacramento location within walking distance of Golden 1 Center, Downtown Commons (DOCO), State Capitol Park, the American River, seasonal farmers markets, public transportation, and a large variety of shopping locations and eateries. Enjoy a great work environment with an onsite fitness center with showers and a locker room, indoor bicycle storage, large outside patio with table tennis, and a spacious indoor breakroom with accessible vending machines. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with DOR!

DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation program in the country. We have a three-pronged mission to provide services and advocacy that assist people with disabilities to live independently, become employed and have equality in the communities in which they live and work. DOR provides consultation, counseling, and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners to assist the consumers we serve.

DOR is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented and skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of communities that exist in California and values fairness and inclusion. Diversity encompasses characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, language, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, veteran status, criminal history, and family structures.

Our work at DOR is guided by the following core values:

• We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities.
• We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation.
• We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups.
• We pursue excellence through continuous improvement.
• We preserve the public's trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.

VISION STATEMENT:

Employment, independence, and equality for all Californians with disabilities.

MISSION STATEMENT:

DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please visit our website to learn more about DOR and our mission.

Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov

Special Requirements

If mailing in an application, include JC#446971 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the "Questions" tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

Employment Application (STD.678):

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

Travel is required within the State of California. Telework may be an option. Upon hire, applicant may be required to provide copies of transcripts or diploma. Please submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with your state application. A resume may be submitted but is not required.

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: 9/3/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates 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
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Rehabilitation
Attn: Personnel Unit-037, PAS-240503/JC-446971
721 Capitol Mall

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Rehabilitation
Personnel Unit-037, PAS-240503/JC-446971
721 Capitol Mall

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with your state application. A resume may be submitted but is not required.
  
  The following guidelines must be followed when completing the SOQ:
  
  1. Include the title, "Statement of Qualifications," at the top of the first page.
  2. Response must be no more than one page in length, single-sided, and in no less than Arial 12-point font size.
  
  Please address the following question in your SOQ:
  
  1. Given what you know about the mission of this department, why are you interested in applying for this position and what makes you the best candidate for the position?
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Pension through CALPERS
• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Medical benefits into retirement
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal Services
• Life Insurance
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
• Pre-Tax Parking
• Commute Program
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For the latest information on the attractive benefits offered by the state of California, explore the Health Benefits Summary provided by CalHR .

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Kacen Maples
(916) 558-5422
kacen.maples@dor.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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 558-5850
Civil.Rights@dor.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.

Examination Information

To obtain list eligibility for the Staff Services Analyst, before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the Staff Services Analyst exam at Staff Services Analyst (General) .

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.