Associate Governmental Program Analyst
Posted on Sept. 17, 2025 by Department of Education
- Cape Town, United States of America
- $6031.0 - $7547.0
- Full Time
Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I of the Division Support Unit in the Analysis, Measurement, and Accountability Reporting Division, and working in a professional team situation with program units and administrators throughout the Division, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst serves in a lead capacity.
- Oversee the Web efforts of eight units within the Division. Work independently and collaboratively to review and develop verbiage for Division Web pages that is accurate and comprehensive; aligns with related programs and topics; complies with current educational policy; and adheres to Division, Branch, and Department Web standards.
- Edit Web documents using the Department’s special software Adobe Acrobat Professional and Contribute; create and convert text documents and data files to Web-compatible formats; develop complex tables that use data elements from various CDE sources; upload pages using the Department’s Web.NET System.
- Troubleshoot Information Technology (IT) problems with computer systems, fax machines, and printers; present software training to Division staff in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Act as Division liaison to TSD staff for the relocation of staff, equipment, and/or stored materials.
Working Conditions
TELEWORK OPTION
HYBRID
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.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
- STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-492533
Position #(s):
174-530-5393-800
Working Title:
Division IT Coordinator
Classification:
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Shall Consider:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A
$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B
$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Analysis, Measurement & Accountability
Department Information
The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools with 295,000 teachers. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and child care programs. The CDE's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.
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: 9/26/2025Who 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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).
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 Education
Human Resources Division-Mail In
Attn: C&P PC 5031 /JC 492533
1430 N Street, Ste. 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Education
Department of Education Drop-Off
Attn: C&P PC 5031 /JC 492533
1430 N Street (Lobby Drop-Off Box)
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 -
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 1 page, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:
Please describe how your professional experience qualifies you for this position, and why you are interested in this role based on the desired qualifications listed, and duties listed in the duty statement.
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:
- Positive interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a wide range of people and in a shared decision-making capacity
- Excellent computer and troubleshooting skills; strong organizational skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; including Teams, Outlook and Zoom
- Knowledge of hardware/software procurement procedures
- Knowledge of web-based data systems and network interface
- Effective verbal, written, and technical communication skills
- Strong work ethic, dependable, self-motivated, and flexible with change
- Good attendance and punctuality and the ability to prioritize multiple assignments
Benefits
The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:
- Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days
- 401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commute Program
More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website: Benefits Summary
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Stephanie Glaeser
(916) 319-0405
sglaeser@cde.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:Randi Thompson, EEO Officer
(916) 445-9174
oeoinfo@cde.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.
Important Application Instructions
- How to Apply for state jobs: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Landing/Jobs/Steps.aspx
- Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.
- DO NOT include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. 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, your STD 678 (state application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed will be considered incomplete.
- For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
- If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), use the revised 06/2024 version.
- If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. List of approved agencies: Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635)
- Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted.
- Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
- For general information about getting a job with the state, please view the job series videos here: Work4CA:How to Get a State Job Series.
Examination Information
To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.
The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education) or at the link below:
Associate Governmental Program Analyst:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1764
Staff Services Analyst:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2105
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.
Advertised until:
Oct. 17, 2025
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