Job Posting: Associate Construction Analyst

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

JC-423946
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Associate Construction Analyst
ASSOCIATE CONSTRUCTION ANALYST

$8,697.00 - $12,570.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 5/28/2024

Job Description and Duties

The Hazard Mitigation Section consists of a team of dedicated and passionate professionals focused on increasing resiliency and reducing risk to lives and property throughout California.  The Hazard Mitigation Section consists of two Branches, the Hazard Mitigation Assistance Branch and Resilience Branch. Four Divisions (Hazard Mitigation Quality Assurance, Hazard Mitigation Grants, Technical Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Planning) and eleven Units make up the section.

The Hazard Mitigation Section, within the Recovery Directorate, supports the Cal OES mission and strategic plan through the planning, development, and implementation of mitigation-focused projects. The Section is responsible for technical assistance to state and local jurisdictions to assist them in developing mitigation plans and projects that will advance resilient infrastructure and communities. The Section conducts mitigation outreach and education and technical assistance to communities in relation to state and federal mitigation programs. The Section is responsible for the programmatic and environmental review of associated projects.  Mitigation staff frequently interact with stakeholders from Local, State, Tribal, Federal, community-based organizations, and private sector agencies. This collaborative Section strives to create innovative and accessible plans that reduce the risk to lives, property, and the environment throughout the State. 

As part of the Hazard Mitigation Section the Associate Construction Analyst (ACA) provides subject matter expertise and technical assistance to support integration of building codes and sustainable construction practices for project development, scoping, and implementation. Under the direction of the Assistant Director, the ACA is responsible for leading the coordination and outreach to internal and external organization relating to building codes and project designs for the implementation of work program objectives supporting) projects in the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs, including the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA), Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), and Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) program; and other related programs at the state and federal levels.  

The ACA will be a resource for the various programs within the Section and may act as the lead of multidisciplinary teams of Environmental Planners, Emergency Services Coordinators, and Associate Governmental Program Analysts to achieve the goals of the Section. Specifically, the ACA will support development of subapplication proposals in the various HMA grant programs by reviewing proposals, ensuring that building code standards and construction best practices are incorporated into the designs to maximize resiliency and enable the projects to withstand a wider range of hazards expected to occur in California. The incumbent will coordinate and provide technical assistance and review of pending state- and FEMA HMA-funded grant awards to determine whether the proposed projects follow state and federal programmatic regulations, design best practices, align with hazard-specific building codes and design specifications, as well as direct and provide outreach and technical assistance for project development in alignment with state and federal mitigation grant programs. This position may require extensive travel across the State, including overnight stays to conduct field/site visits. 

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

Working Conditions

Teleworking
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule which includes up to two days of remote work per week. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-423946
Position #(s):
163-550-4106-001
Working Title:
Associate Construction Analyst
Classification:
ASSOCIATE CONSTRUCTION ANALYST
$8,697.00 - $10,884.00 A
$10,047.00 - $12,570.00 B
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Cal OES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

Cal OES is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

The Recovery Section is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments, special districts, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses and agricultural communities impacted by disasters. The Recovery Section ensures state and federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.
Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Special Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

  • List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
  • List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678.
  • Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
  • You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
  • SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
  • If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.
  • Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**
**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**
**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

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: 5/28/2024

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 Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Attn: Human Resources - LC
Human Resources Recruitment
10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard
Mather, CA 95655

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Human Resources - LC
Human Resources Recruitment
10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard
Mather, CA 95655
Please drop off at HR Window; Second Floor. This excludes holidays and weekends.
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 refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Questions. Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.
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:
  • Experience reviewing documents, reports, gathering data for construction projects.
  • Customer service experience with planning and review of construction plans or projects.
  • Possess exceptional written and oral communications skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident manner.
  • Experience on reporting, making recommendation, conclusions for construction standards/building codes/regulations.
  • Have experience working on complex planning and/or construction projects. Understanding of and/or experience in managing construction projects for critical infrastructure. 
  • Experience maintaining and/or tracking assignments, projects or workloads in automated systems (e.g. spreadsheets, databases, etc.).
  • Employ creativity and innovation to resolve issues and identify alternative strategies.
  • Knowledge of or experience in providing training, education, or outreach to support project development and implementation.
  • Ability to explain complex construction and planning topics in clear, accessible, simple language for non-subject matter experts.
  • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work on multi-disciplinary large-scale planning projects.
  • Demonstrate willingness to assume the most complex duties and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively independently and in a team environment.
  • Possess strong organizational, time management, analytical and project management skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability priorities workload and manage multiple projects with short-term and long-term deadlines. 
  • Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and recommend an effective course of action.
  • Have excellent customer service skills.
  • Demonstrate interest in mentorship of colleagues.

Benefits

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

  • Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
  • 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Generous paid time off
  • Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
  • Investment in careers development
  • On-site Gym and Locker room
  • Free Parking
  • Electric Carport

 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.caloes.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
HR Unit
(916) 845-8321
Recruitments@caloes.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 845-8527
EEO@CalOES.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.

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Your SOQ will be a determining factor of your qualifications for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will proceed to the hiring interview.

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ will disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the Duty Statement for the Associate Construction Analyst.

The SOQ should be no more than one page, single-spaced in 11-point Arial font, with name in upper right corner.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING PROMPT:

  1. Describe your experience with various building codes and or requirements for a government construction project. Describe the project or initiative, your role, and the outcome.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog: Upload SOQ to your Application Package

Examination

To obtain list eligibility please click on the link below 

Associate Construction Analyst - Exam EX-1299

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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