ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

State of California•Sacramento, CA

32d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you interested in being a member of a dynamic team working to uphold the rights of the People of California? Do you thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment? Consider joining the Public Rights Division team at the California Department of Justice (DOJ) as the Executive Support Analyst (AGPA) for the Chief Assistant Attorney General, who oversees the legal work of twelve sections. Embrace the engaged, collegial team working to make a difference. This Executive Support Analyst is one of two positions supporting the Chief Assistant Attorney General of the Public Rights Division. Under the direction of the Chief Advisor for the division, the analyst independently performs the more complex, sensitive, and/or varied analytical and technical functions involving the administrative duties for the Chief Assistant Attorney General. This role: Serves as a subject matter expert for the effective handling and coordination of high-profile Executive Office Approval Requests and performs intensive review of documents using attention to detail, as well as knowledge and application of DOJ and division policies and procedures. Independently addresses and responds to inquiries from Executive level staff, Senior Assistant Attorneys General leading the division's legal sections, and others. Develops and maintains working relationships with various levels of staff and management and works under time constraints to address the Division's urgent and changing priorities. This role handles sensitive legal, fiscal, and administrative information with discretion, and may serve as a back-up to other staff in the unit as needed or operationally required. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements can be found in the Class Specification.
A fingerprint check will be required.
To take the online Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) examination and establish list eligibility for an appointment, click the following link: CalCareers.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment.
JC-498530 must be clearly stated in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section of your state application.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication and strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others
Meet deadlines under pressure and respond effectively to changing priorities
Maintain strict confidentiality
Accurately apply grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills in their work product
Good attendance

Responsibilities

Serves as a subject matter expert for the effective handling and coordination of high-profile Executive Office Approval Requests and performs intensive review of documents using attention to detail, as well as knowledge and application of DOJ and division policies and procedures.
Independently addresses and responds to inquiries from Executive level staff, Senior Assistant Attorneys General leading the division's legal sections, and others.
Develops and maintains working relationships with various levels of staff and management and works under time constraints to address the Division's urgent and changing priorities.
Handles sensitive legal, fiscal, and administrative information with discretion
May serve as a back-up to other staff in the unit as needed or operationally required.