Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This is a reposting. If you previously submitted an application for this position, you do not need to reapply.

If you work well in a team environment, enjoy solving challenges, creatively approach assignments, and confidently share methodologies and recommendations, you would be an excellent fit for working in the Budget Administration unit.

The Associate Budget Analyst performs more complex operational budget work by coordinating and assisting in the development, implementation, monitoring, control and administration of the various appropriations that comprise the annual budget for the California Department of Education.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office.

Special Requirements

Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: or at the link below:

Associate Budget Analyst: 

Associate Governmental Program Analyst:

Staff Services Analyst:

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:

• Exercise good judgment and communicate effectively with others orally and in writing;

• Ability to analyze issues, problem solve, and provides well thought out solutions;

• Ability to meet deadlines and be flexible with changing assignments and priorities;

• Proficiency using Excel, Access, and Word.

• A customer service attitude and an excellent attendance record.

Benefits

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

Additional Application Information

• How to Apply for state jobs:
• Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers Account is highly recommended .
• Important: Make sure your contact information, i.e., address, phone number(s), etc., is current in your CalCareers Account.
• 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, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
• Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
• For experience to be considered, applications must be completed fully, including the “From” and “To” employment dates, “Hours Per Week”, employer contact information, and “Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” (Resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678). For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
• If you choose to not submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), please use the revised 06/2024 version.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation.
• Please note that the CalCareer system  will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted.

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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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:
  

  1. Describe how your education and work experience makes you qualified for this position. Provide specific examples demonstrating your skills and knowledge in fiscal analysis, budget development, and expenditure forecasting.

  2. Describe your problem-solving ability, research skills, and verbal and written communication skills. Provide examples.

  3. Describe your experience working on multiple projects with tight deadlines. What were the challenges you encountered and how did you address them? What was the outcome?

Job Tags

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