Job Posting: Performance/Policy Evaluator

California State Auditor's Office

JC-413413
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Performance/Policy Evaluator
AUDITOR EVALUATOR I

$5,620.00 - $8,020.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 4/30/2024

Job Description and Duties

What Will You Do?


As a Performance/Policy Evaluator (Auditor Evaluator I), you will develop recommendations to solve California’s toughest problems. Performance/Policy Evaluators must quickly understand and analyze complex processes, think creatively about effective solutions, write reports for the Legislature and the public, and participate in the development of presentations for the Legislature. Specifically, you will:

  • Communicate extensively with government officials and colleagues in a collaborative environment to obtain necessary information and to convey information related to audit procedures, findings, and recommendations.
  • Understand laws and best practices to develop the criteria against which the audited agency will be held accountable.
  • Collect and analyze evidence to convey strong, compelling arguments that are responsive to the audit objectives and comply with government auditing standards.
  • Track, interpret and analyze data using various analytical techniques to evaluate agency performance against relevant criteria.
  • Thoroughly and accurately document your analyses to support audit findings and recommendations.
  • Work with teams to develop final public reports.

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

Working Conditions

  • This position is eligible for participation in the office’s hybrid telework program. Work at the alternate work location must be conducted in a space that is ergonomically sound, private, distraction-free, and has safe working conditions to be eligible to telework.
  • Work performed in the office is in an air-conditioned high-rise building with elevator access and both natural and artificial lighting.
  • Work may require sitting for an extended period of time using a personal computer and the use of standard office equipment, such as phones, copiers or scanners.
  • Work may require periodic non-standard work hours and work during weekends to meet workload needs and demands.
  • Work may require travel, working away from headquarters and/or long and irregular work hours.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-413413
Position #(s):
339-100-4088-900
Working Title:
Performance/Policy Evaluator
Classification:
AUDITOR EVALUATOR I
$5,620.00 - $6,812.00 A
$6,099.00 - $8,020.00 B
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Who Are We?

 


The California State Auditor ensures the effective and efficient use and management of public funds and programs. We provide nonpartisan, accurate, and timely assessments of California government’s financial and operational activities. Our work results in truthful, balanced, and unbiased information with recommendations for actions that lead to improving government operations.

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

Special Requirements

Any applicant receiving a conditional job offer will be subject to a background check, fingerprinting and an inquiry to the California Department of Justice to disclose criminal records prior to appointment. State Auditor’s Office employees are excluded from collective bargaining.
How Do I Join?

The California State Auditor is part of the merit-based California civil service selection system. The civil service selection system consists of two simple steps: exams and job application. If you are not a state employee, or your state classification is not eligible to transfer, you must take the exam to be considered for the position.

1. Exam: To take the exam and get on the eligibility list, you must do the following:

  1. Create a profile on our website www.auditor.ca.gov/application/.
  2.  Upload your resume and take our exam by April 28 at 12:00pm.

2. Job Application: To apply for this position you must do the following:

  1. Once you complete the exam, log into your profile on our website www.auditor.ca.gov/application/,  get your exam results, and submit your application by April 30 at 11:59pm.
  2. If your exam score is high enough, we will contact you with the next steps of the hiring process.
  3. If you are a current or former state employee with transfer eligibility you may submit your application through your CalCareer account or by mail to the address listed below.



For an overview of the Auditor Evaluator I hiring process, please visit the Step-by-Step Guide to Apply on our Entry-Level Positions page: Guide to Apply

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: 4/30/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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:

California State Auditor's Office
Attn: Human Resources
621 Capitol Mall, Ste. 1200
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California State Auditor's Office
California State Auditor's Office
621 Capitol Mall, Ste. 1200
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 required and must be included.
  • Degree and/or School Transcripts
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.

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:

Who Are You?

  • You can follow our core values of integrity, commitment, and leadership.
  • You are a self-starter with a sense of purpose and are able to work in an independent nonpartisan office by approaching questions objectively without bias.
  • You are able to think critically and synthesize data and information into logical, meaningful, and concise conclusions that will inform sound recommendations.
  • You are able to develop positive working relationships with teammates and other colleagues.
  • You are able to self-reflect and respond to feedback in a positive and constructive manner.
  • You are not afraid to engage in difficult conversations.
  • You have strong research and analytical skills and are able to effectively and concisely write the results of your research and analysis.
  • You have strong communication skills including the ability to write in a clear and concise manner.  
  • You are willing to occasionally work long or irregular hours to get the job done.
  • You are, or will become a California resident, and are willing to travel to various work locations throughout the State of California.
  • You have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher (registered college seniors can begin the process but must graduate before starting).

Why Should You Join Us?

 

  • You want to make a difference for Californians and future generations, and make sure California government is effectively serving its people.
  • You want to work in a professional environment and be a part of a team of intelligent colleagues doing meaningful work.
  • You have a passion for public service, critical thinking skills, and want to be a part of a team that is dedicated to improving California government.
  • You desire an annual salary of $67,440 – $96,240.*

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.auditor.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Bridgette Webb
(916) 445-0255 ext: 178
bridgettew@auditor.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:
Kristina Gin
(916) 445-0255 ext: 500
kristinag@auditor.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.

WHAT IS THE HIRING TIMELINE?

There are multiple steps to the hiring process including an exam and multiple interviews. The general steps in the hiring process are as follows:

  • You will receive an invitation to complete a pre-recorded video interview within two weeks of applying if your exam score is high enough. You will have ten calendar days to complete your pre-recorded video interview.
  • You will be notified in-late-May, after the final filing date, if you are moving forward in the hiring process out of fairness to all applicants.
  • You will participate in an in-person interview in June and be notified if you are moving forward within two to three weeks of your in-person interview.
  • You will join our team in mid-August or early September 2024.

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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