Job Posting: Grants Analyst

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-439339
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Grants Analyst
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

$3,640.00 - $5,916.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 7/12/2024

Job Description and Duties

Contact Staff Services Manager I Heather Schaefer at 951-320-2078 or Heather.Schaefer@fire.ca.gov for questions related to the duties of the position.   

Only those candidates who submit all required documents by the postmarked date will be considered for appointment.

May be selected by resume review. 

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

Working Conditions

Office-based (Riverside) schedule, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Working nights, weekends, and holidays may be required, as well as travel 10% throughout the state.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-439339
Position #(s):
541-401-5157-XXX
Working Title:
Grants Analyst
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3,640.00 - $5,916.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Riverside County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring

Department Information

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California's fire department and resource management agency. The organization is comprised of nearly 12,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.

When you join CAL FIRE, you join a family of employees that function as a team. You will build trust and friendship with your co-workers, as together you respond to emergencies and challenging situations. CAL FIRE provides employees with a variety of career choices and opportunities. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Special Requirements

FELONY DISCLOSURE

Pursuant to California Penal Code 4571, any individual interested in seeking employment who may be required to work with inmates at a conservation camp must disclose of any prior felony status up front, so CAL FIRE/CDCR can provide informed consent to a former felon to be on the Conservation Camp/Prison grounds.  Any person/employee that has been convicted of a Felony and not received written consent, is committing a Felony.

 

PREA INFORMATION

Positions located at a Camp or requiring the supervision of inmates requires compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act.  Compliance is determined by completing a Live Scan prior to appointment and during the course of employment to verify the standards of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 115 Prison Rape Elimination Act National Standards are met.

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: 7/12/2024

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:

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
Attn: 541-401-5157-XXX
1234 East Shaw Avenue
Fresno, CA 93710

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
Attn: 541-401-5157-XXX
1234 East Shaw Avenue
Fresno, CA 93710
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.
  • Other -

    Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299):https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9

  • Other -

    Education Documentation – Degree and/or transcripts – If using education to meet minimum qualifications, include a copy of your formal (unofficial) transcripts and/or degree.

  • Statement of Qualifications -

    Candidates are required to complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) (See questions below under 'Statement of Qualifications' section). Only those candidates who submit all required documents by the postmarked date will be considered for appointment.

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:

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:

  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Google Docs, MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Power BI, Adobe, and Teams.
  • Ability to reason logically and use analytical techniques to solve moderate to difficult data and invoicing problems. 
  • Ability to produce high-quality multimedia products, such as reports, presentations, and data analysis statements.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

 

Benefits

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

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Amanda Bryant
(559) 243-8995

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:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 894-9584
ReasonableAccommodations@fire.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.

Required Documentation

You must submit a completed State Application (STD. 678) [please include WORKING TITLE and POS#], Resume, Statement of Qualifications, Transcripts (unofficial) and /or degree (if applicable) and Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299) : This form may be found at 

https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9.

Submit the required documents to the following address:

CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring
Attn: POS # 541-401-5157-XXX
1234 E. Shaw Ave
Fresno, CA 93710

 

Applications/Resumes postmarked after the final filing date may not be considered. Failure to follow directions for any portion of the required application package may result in disqualification from the hiring process. 

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete an OPTIONAL Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V


Statement of Qualifications

The Statement of Qualifications should be no more than two (2) pages in length, typed in Arial 12-point font, single-spaced with 1" margins. You must include your first and last name in the upper right-hand corner of each page, and include the questions numbered and addressed after each question. See questions below.

1.    This position requires the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, as part of a team with internal and/or external customers. Can you describe a significant project or task?that best demonstrates your analytical and communication abilities?

2. Describe any experience in auditing/processing invoices or documents. Please include relevant information about tracking spending, reviewing budgets, reporting and any engagement with the grantee or customer regarding the invoices.

3. Describe and provide an example of your experience in preparing and delivering presentations, including responding effectively to specific questions from an audience.

4. Describe your experience and provide an example of your ability to work in a rapidly changing environment, balance multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines.

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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