ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
About The Position
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Education Programs, State Operated Facilities Division, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) serves as a technical program consultant and subject matter expert supporting the department's education programs, including special education, adult education, and career technical education (CTE). The AGPA provides expert-level support in program oversight, grant compliance, fiscal management, contract administration, and coordination with the California Department of Education (CDE) and Department of State Hospitals (DSH) to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing education programs in State Operated Facilities. Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave. This position is eligible for geographic retention pay differential of $250.00 per month. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Requirements
- You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ's or you may not be considered for the position.
- The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of: The incumbent should have Knowledge of the provisions of IDEA, Part B, WIOA, Title II, CEC, Title 5 CCR, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Lanterman Act (WIC). The incumbent should also have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (i.e.: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook) and organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to: Reason logically and utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing; consult with and advise administrators or other interested parties; gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work; review and edit written reports; and establish and maintain project priorities.
Responsibilities
- Provides expert-level support in program oversight
- Provides expert-level support in grant compliance
- Provides expert-level support in fiscal management
- Provides expert-level support in contract administration
- Provides expert-level support in coordination with the California Department of Education (CDE) and Department of State Hospitals (DSH) to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing education programs in State Operated Facilities.
Benefits
- As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.
- Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below: State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2025 CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026
- Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
