Job Posting: SSDAC Analyst

State Council On Developmental Disabilities

JC-537135
-
SSDAC Analyst
ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/20/2026

Job Description and Duties

Join the California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) and help make California the best place for people with developmental and other disabilities. People with developmental disabilities and their families lead our Council. Our team of about 75 across 12 offices has a big reach: last year, more than 100,000 people directly and 3 million Californians through systems change. We improve laws, strengthen rights, and remove barriers that keep Californians from services. Lived experience is part of how we lead. We are One Team, One Mission. Come be part of it.

Under the direction of the Business Operations & Committee Support Manager (BOCS), the Statewide Self-Determination Committee (SSDAC) Analyst plays a critical role in managing and supporting the Statewide Self-Determination Advisory Committee (SSDAC) work. This includes coordinating and facilitating committee meetings, managing meeting logistics, writing reports, analyzing and preparing data while ensuring that all generated materials are accessible and in plain language format, in accordance with SCDD policy and State open meeting laws.

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

Working Conditions

  • This position is eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager.
  • This position may require occasional work during evenings and/or weekends and travel throughout California, including overnightstays.
  • Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-537135
Position #(s):
792-100-5393-701
Working Title:
SSDAC Analyst
Classification:
ANALYST II
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
ANALYST I
$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A
$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B
$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is an independent state agency mandated by federal and state law to pursue systemic change, capacity-building, and advocacy to promote a person-centered consumer and family-based system of services and supports for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or crossed disabilities. The goal of the federal law is to enable individuals with I/DD (self-advocates) to maximize their self-determination, independence, productivity, and community integration and inclusion. The State Council (Council) consists of 31 voting individual, family, and agency members, all of whom are appointed by the Governor.

SCDD values diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility throughout the organization by welcoming a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the resources necessary to thrive and connect others to our mission. We are committed to fostering and maintaining a culture of inclusion where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees.

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

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: 11/20/2026

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 Council On Developmental Disabilities
N/A
Attn: SCDD Recruitment
3831 N. Freeway Blvd., Suite 125
Sacramento, CA 95834

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Council On Developmental Disabilities
N/A
SCDD Recruitment
3831 N. Freeway Blvd., Suite 125
Sacramento, CA 95834
ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED
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.
  • Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit an SOQ as directed below, may eliminate your application from the screening process. A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses will disqualify an applicant from consideration.
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:
  • Capacity to work under pressure, execute sound judgement, exercise a high degree of confidentiality, and balance multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience working with and supporting statutorily created committees that serve individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
  • Knowledge of Robert Rules of Order and requirements of the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act.
  • Ability to identify and research systemic issues and trends impacting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Proficiency in using data analysis tools for analyzing qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Strong communication skills to present information clearly and concisely to different audiences using plain language while ensuring document accessibility.
  • Knowledge of the Self-Determination Program (SDP) and awareness of systemic issues affecting individuals enrolled in the SDP.
  • Proficiency in using PowerPoint, OneNote, Publisher, Word, Excel, and online tools such as Google Docs, Zoom, and Teams is required.
  • Experience with WordPress or similar website platforms is preferred.
  • Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred but not required. 

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.

Department Website: http://www.scdd.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Recruitments
(916) 253-8998
Recruitments@scdd.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) 263-8120
EEO@scdd.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) to be considered. When preparing your Statement of Qualifications, you are required to follow these guidelines:
  • The SOQ must be typed, using an Arial font size, no smaller than 12 point.
  • The SOQ must be no more than two (3) pages, single sided
  • The SOQ must be clearly identified at the top of the page, along with your name and the Job Control number.
  • The evaluation criteria on the SOQ must be addressed and numbered in the same order as is listed below:
1. How does your experience and knowledge prepare you to fulfill the duties of this position?

2. Please describe your experience working with and supporting boards, committees and/or state bodies.

3. Please describe your experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

4. Please describe your experience in adapting to changing timelines and/or workload demands to meet changing priorities. What approaches and tools do you use?

    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
    Print Job