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ANALYST III

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
Yolo County, CA

Job Details

Full-time
$6,623 - $8,290 a month

Benefits

Free parking
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Policy analysis

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Senior Examination Services Analyst

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-522814

Senior Examination Services Analyst
ANALYST III

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 7/11/2026

Job Description and Duties

• This is a 12-month limited-term position that may be extended to 24 months with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Are you a strategic thinker with expertise in examinations, program leadership, and complex policy analysis? Join our team as a Senior Examinations Services Analyst (Analyst III), where you will serve as a senior-level leader and subject matter expert within the Examination & Statewide Services Program.

Reporting directly to the Examination & Statewide Services Program Manager, this highly visible position provides an opportunity to lead department-wide initiatives that have a significant impact on workforce planning and hiring across the organization. The Analyst III independently manages the most complex, sensitive, and high-profile examination projects while serving as a trusted advisor on state examination laws, rules, regulations, and policies.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and coordinate department-wide examination initiatives and strategic projects.

• Provide expert guidance and oversight for Career Executive Assignment (CEA) examination processes.

• Serve as the department’s primary liaison with control agencies and external partners on examination-related matters.

• Analyze and resolve highly complex examination issues with significant organizational impact.

• Develop and implement innovative solutions to improve examination processes and program effectiveness.

• Provide program-level leadership, consultation, and coordination to partners throughout the department.

• Exercise substantial independent judgment and decision-making authority in support of departmental examinations.

This position is ideal for a seasoned analyst who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys leading complex initiatives, and wants to play a key role in shaping the future workforce of the department. The successful candidate will bring advanced analytical skills, strong leadership capabilities, and extensive knowledge of state civil service examination principles and practices.

Please Note : Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.

Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information.

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

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

Working Conditions

• This position in located in the Riverpoint Marketplace area of West Sacramento (10 minutes from downtown), near the IKEA. Our building offers a free parking lot to employees and is within walking distance of numerous restaurants and shops.

• This position is eligible for a hybrid telework option, in accordance with CAL FIRE’s telework policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

• This position may travel up to 10% of the time. This travel may be local or statewide and may involve overnight stays.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-522814

Position #(s):

541-031-5402-904

Working Title:

Senior Examination Services Analyst

Classification:

ANALYST III

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Work Location:

Yolo County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California’s fire department and resource management agency. The organization is comprised of nearly 14,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.

When you join CAL FIRE, you join a family of employees that function as a team. You will build trust and friendship with your co-workers, as together you respond to emergencies and challenging situations. CAL FIRE provides employees with a variety of career choices and opportunities. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Special Requirements

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

1. Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

2. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

The minimum qualifications can be found in the ANALYST III classification specifications.

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: 7/11/2026

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 Forestry & Fire Protection

N/A

Attn: Classification and Hiring

P.O. Box 944246

Sacramento, CA 94244-2460

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

N/A

Classification and Hiring

710 Riverpoint Court, Suite 250

West Sacramento, CA 95605

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 required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Failure to include the Statement of Qualifications as required shall result in disqualification from the hiring process. Please see the section labeled "Statement of Qualifications" for further information.

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

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

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Monica Trzcinski
(000) -
[email protected]

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:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 767-8359
[email protected]

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.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Applications received without the appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Resumes, Cover Letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the SOQ.

This SOQ is requested to elicit information regarding each applicant’s interest and experience in relation to this position. The applicant's full name and job control number must be included in the upper right-hand corner (in the header) of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than three (3) pages in length.

1. Describe your experience related to working under pressure, deadlines and changing priorities.

2. Describe your experience and skills as they relate to working independently, presenting to senior-level management, and corresponding with departmental partners, including coordination and communication with external oversight and regulatory entities such as CalHR and the State Personnel Board (SPB).

3. What specifically about this role made you decide to apply, and how does it connect to how you want to grow professionally?

4. Give an example of a time you identified an opportunity to improve efficiency or service delivery, particularly within an examination or assessment process (e.g., exam development, administration, scoring, or candidate processing). What changes did you implement, and how did those changes improve outcomes for your organization, such as timeliness, quality of exam services, or candidate experience?

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Filing a job application “within the time” shall mean: applications must be postmarked by the United States Postal Service (USPS) or depositing with a parcel delivery or courier service no later than the final filing date specified by the job vacancy announcement, provided that the parcel contains proof of a timely deposit with the parcel delivery or courier service or

- Date stamped at the appropriate office of the appointing power no later than the final filing date specified by the job vacancy announcement

- Electronically transmitted no later than 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the final filing date specified on the job vacancy announcement.

For the purposes of determining whether an application has been filed within the time as set forth above, any dates printed on mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology shall not be considered postmarks and, as such, are not acceptable proof of the date the application was filed.

A completed State Application (STD. 678), a Resume, and any other relevant documents (e.g. transcript copies, copies of degree(s), cover letter, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareer Account, by U.S. mail, or by dropping your application package off. Both addresses are listed in this Job Advertisement.

Please reference Job Control 522814 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section on the STD. 678. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please note you can only apply for one Job Control per application submission.

Candidate may be selected by Resume Review.

Temporary Appointments (TAU) may be considered if conditions warrant. TAU may be made to anyone regardless of eligibility. TAU may not exceed 9 months and will require eligibility to be obtained through an examination process in order to transition to a permanent or limited-term appointment.

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.

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