Analyst III

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. SOQs should be limited to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

1. Describe your experience conducting complex data analysis to identify trends or inform policy or program decisions. Include specific tools or methods you used and explain how your analysis supported leadership or influenced organizational outcomes.

2. Explain your experience representing an organization in meetings or collaborative efforts involving multiple internal and external stakeholders. How did you ensure effective communication, alignment on priorities, and timely delivery of required information or materials?

3. Provide an example of a report, presentation, or briefing you developed for executive leadership, legislative bodies, or public forums. Describe the analytical work involved, how you ensured accuracy and clarity, and the impact your work.

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How To Apply

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions.

• Advanced analytical skills, including experience synthesizing state or federal data related to workforce, education, or public policy. Ability to develop data models, metrics, dashboards, or trend analyses to support decision-making for executive leadership.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing reports, briefing materials, presentations, or talking points for high-level audiences (e.g., executives, legislative bodies).

• Experience representing an organization in interagency or public forums, demonstrating professionalism, clarity, and strategic communication.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including control agencies, departments, vendors, or advocacy groups.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with data visualization tools to present complex information in accessible formats.

• Ability to rapidly respond to ad-hoc requests and produce high-quality analytical outputs under pressure.

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy across complex deliverables.

• Experience preparing materials for the Governor’s Office, Legislature, or oversight entities, or similar high-stakes environments.

• Knowledge of statewide policy issues related to education, workforce development, labor market trends, or cross-system alignment.

• Professional discretion and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information appropriately.

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.