Job Posting: Business Services Analyst

State Coastal Conservancy

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Business Services Analyst
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

$3,749.00 - $6,093.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 2/5/2025

Job Description and Duties

“Love the California coast and the environment?This might be the job for you!”

This role includes duties focused on but not limited to facilities operations, records and asset management, and telework and travel coordination. This role will also serve as the Security/Safety Officer and act as the agency’s liaison for the building. Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager I, the incumbent performs a variety of analytical, administrative, technical, and secretarial tasks for the Coastal Conservancy, acting independently and taking appropriate action on matters relating to the overall operations of the agency.

The position is assigned to SCC Headquarters located in Oakland, CA. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule which includes up to three days of remote work per week. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

Virtual interviews via Microsoft TEAMs portal may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager.  However, standard in-person interviews will be scheduled if conditions permit. 

Applications received without ALL the required items (state application std. 678, copy of diploma and/or transcripts, and SOQ), will NOT receive further consideration for this position. 

SCC will fill the vacancy at the Staff Services Analyst level.  A duty statement is attached for review. 

If you are not currently on the Staff Services Analyst list, please take the online exam at:  https://www.jobs.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/7PB34.PDF

Candidates on the Staff Services Analyst list who have a BA or BS are eligible for the minimum entrance salary of Range C,$4,868.00 - $6,093.00.  

This advertisement will be used for other permanent vacancies that may occur at the State Coastal Conservancy during the life of the certification list.


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

Working Conditions

• The Conservancy has a telework policy for Headquarter (HQ) employees, that allows staff to telework up to 3 days per week.
• A computer for teleworking will be provided.
• Work hours are Monday through Friday, eight hours per day. Prolonged periods of sitting (or standing, if preferred) are expected.
• Position require repetitive movements and physical activity in the performance of daily certain duties.
• Work on a computer up to 8 hours a day.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds with accommodation as needed.
• Indoor work is common, although outdoor work may be necessary.
• May require an employee to work in adversarial situations.
• Schedule and attend Board meetings.
• Multitask, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities in a cooperative manner.
• Travel by car or plane, with overnight stays necessary on occasion as necessary.



Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Special Requirements

Important Applications Instructions:

  • If you're new to the state application process, please visit 3 Steps to a State Job.
  • The State application (STD 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. The Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Please refer to the resource: Work for California Resource: State Application Checklist
  • A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. Please see "Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and Instructions," section below for more information. Please refer to the resource: Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications
  • Copy of diploma and/or transcripts (official/unofficial) required.
  • Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.

Applications received without ALL of these required items listed above will notreceive further consideration for this position. 


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: 2/5/2025

Who 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.

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:

State Coastal Conservancy
Inge Sorensen
Attn: Inge Sorensen
1515 Clay Street, Floor 10
Oakland, CA 94612

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Coastal Conservancy
Inge Sorensen
Inge Sorensen
1515 Clay Street, Floor 10
Oakland, CA 94612
Mon, Tues, Wed only
09:00 AM - 04:00 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.
  • Other - Copy of Diploma and or Transcripts (Official or Unofficial) is REQUIRED
    Proof of completion of 12th Grade or equivalent - eligibility for this classification requires the “equivalent to completion of the 12th grade,” candidates must submit high school transcripts or college/university transcript(s) to demonstrate the “equivalent to completion of the 12th grade” with their application package. Transcripts must include the date(s) the diploma, certificate, or degree was awarded. Please be sure to redact any confidential information before uploading your transcripts.
  • Statement of Qualifications -
    SOQ question and instructions: Please provide a response to the SOQ question below. The responses must address the SOQ question. The SOQ must be no more than one (1) page, with Calibri font at least size 12, single-spaced, and at least one-inch margins. A vague and/or incomplete SOQ may not be considered if it does not fully respond to the required information. Cover letters do not take place of a SOQ. SOQ question is:

    Question 1: Please provide a narrative description of how your work experience qualifies you for the position as outlined in the Duty Statement.

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:
  • Able to prepare replies to difficult and complicated correspondence, including letters for signature by superiors.
  • Able to write, edit and advise service to other Coastal Conservancy senior staff members.
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and WordPress.
  • Communicate well verbally and written formats.
  • Pay attention to details.
  • Regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

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

State Coastal Conservancy employees may be eligible for benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees, and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/CaliforniaState-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

Contact Information

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

Department Website: www.scc.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Cindy Chen
(510) 286-0552
cindy.chen@scc.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:
Helen Kang
(510) 286-4349
helen.kang@scc.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.

Additional Information

Click on the link to complete the State Coastal Conservancy Recruitment Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCChiring


If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks from the final file date, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

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