Job Posting: Grant Assistant

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

JC-438046
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Grant Assistant
MANAGEMENT SERVICES TECHNICIAN

$3,353.00 - $4,743.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 7/1/2024

Job Description and Duties

The Management Services Technician will receive direct supervision from a Grant Supervisor within the Community and Local Equity Grants Unit. The Management Services Technician is responsible for a wide range of programmatic and clerical tasks related to the grant programs administered by the Community and Local Equity Grants unit, which consists of the California Community Reinvestment Grants program and the Cannabis Equity Grants program for Local Jurisdictions.

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

Working Conditions

Hybrid: This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule and requires reporting in-person to Sacramento headquarters, 2 times a week. #li-hybrid  

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-438046
Position #(s):
373-108-5278-002
Working Title:
Grant Assistant
Classification:
MANAGEMENT SERVICES TECHNICIAN
$3,353.00 - $4,201.00 A
$3,786.00 - $4,743.00 B
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California's leader for job growth and economic development efforts.  GO-Biz offers a range of services to business owners including: attraction, retention and expansion services, site selection, permit streamlining, clearing of regulatory hurdles, small business assistance, international trade development, assistance with state government, and much more. 

The GO-Biz is committed to enhancing the workforce to improve California's job growth and economic development efforts, through a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
Department Website: http://www.business.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Employment Application:
Interested applicants must fill out the "Employment History" section of the State Application (STD 678) with all relevant experience to be considered for this position. GO-Biz will not review attached resumes in lieu of the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678). Failure to fill out the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678) will result in disqualification. All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Be sure to include the following:

  • "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
  • Hours worked per week
  • Private sector job titles
  • Supervisor name and phone number
  • Job duties performed
  • State employees should list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

 

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.

 


Supplemental Application Instructions:
The Supplemental Application must be typed in Arial 12-point font using standard margins and no more than one page. A resume or cover letter does not substitute for the Supplemental Application . Incomplete applications, missing resumes, and/or without the Supplemental Application or those that do not address what is being requested may not be considered. The Supplemental Application must address the following in numberical order; do not consolidate responses.
1. Describe your experience processing invoices.

2. Describe your role in a project with multiple components.

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: 7/1/2024

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:

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
Attn: Human Resources, JC 438046
1325 J St.
Suite 1800
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
Human Resources, JC 438046
1325 J St.
Suite 1800
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 - Please refer to section above for Supplemental Application instructions.
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:
• Proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure for the English language to ensure that prepared and/or reviewed written materials are complete and accurate
• Proper filing techniques to create and maintain an organized series of necessary files to store and retrieve electronic/hardcopy information
• Office procedures (e.g., filing, answering telephones, receptionist duties, supply/equipment ordering, etc.) to perform daily assigned duties
• Modern office methods
• Supplies and equipment
• Business English and correspondence
• Perform difficult clerical work, including ability to spell correctly
• Make arithmetical computations • Operate various office machines and digital applications/platforms
• Follow oral and written directions • Evaluate situations accurately and take effective action
• Read, write, and speak English at a level required for successful job performance
• Make clear and comprehensive reports and keep difficult records
• Meet and deal tactfully with the public
• Apply specific laws, rules and office policies and procedures
• Prepare correspondence independently utilizing a wide knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and spelling
• Communicate effectively
• Provide functional guidance
• Maintain high ethical standards in completing all assignments and projects
• Work independently, taking initiative, and follow through with projects that have been started


Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

  • Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
  • Work life balance (most positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually – specific accrual rates can be found here). 
  • Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc)
  • Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS
  • Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
  • School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Commute Program
  • Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
  • ScholarShare (college savings account)
  • On-the-job training and professional development
  • Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards

 Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees! 

Contact Information

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

Department Website: http://www.business.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Recruitments JC 438046
(916) 319-9367
Recruitments@gobiz.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Katie Raley
(916) 716-3760
katie.raley@gobiz.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 Office
(916) 319-9367
GOBiz.HR@gobiz.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.

Salary

IN MOST CASES, ALL NEW TO STATE EMPLOYEES MUST START AT THE MINIMUM OF THE POSTED SALARY RANGE.

Exam and Education Documentation

Examination Requirements: Unless you have transfer or reinstatement eligibility, please take the Management Services Technician exam to obtain eligibility for this position: 

 

Educational Requirements: If you are using education as your basis of meeting the minimum qualifications, you must provide a copy of your diploma or school transcripts.

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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