Job Details

Director's Office Analyst
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

Final Filing Date: 5/6/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Do you enjoy working in an environment dedicated to positive change? Are you looking for an opportunity to be involved in ensuring safe and fair working conditions for Californians? If so, the Department of Industrial Relations may be the employer for you!

DIR is looking for a dynamic, motivated individual to join the Office of the Director. Under the supervision of the Chief Deputy Director, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) is responsible for providing support to various functions of the Office of the Director, with a focus on project management and research. The AGPA may also participate in special projects to accomplish assignments and achieve departmental objectives.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3.

To be considered for this Associate Governmental Program Analyst job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:
Exam Bulletin.

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

Working Conditions

This position is located at:
320 West 4th, Suite 430
Los Angeles, CA 90013

The position is located in the Junipero Serra Building. The incumbent works 40 hours per week. The position requires the ability for prolonged sitting and to work at a computer for extended periods of time and to move and transport office items in a safe manner.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification:

• ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers.

Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions” section below.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please attach your SOQ to your application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant's skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Resumes and cover letters will not be accepted in place of an SOQ. When completing the SOQ, please include specific examples and explain your responses thoroughly. Your SOQ should be no longer than three (3) pages, single spaced with 12 pt. Arial font.

SOQ Questions

• Please describe your experience with project management. Please provide examples and describe project management tools, such as software, that you are proficient in using.
• Please describe your experience with copy editing. Please provide examples, describe the qualities of excellent writing, and describe how you achieve those qualities in your writing.
• Please describe your experience working independently (with appropriate supervision), following directions, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Please describe a challenge that you encountered in a professional setting and how you identified and implemented a solution to that challenge.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

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.

Required Application Package Documents

• 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.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Please see Special Requirements section of the posting for instructions on the Statement of Qualifications.

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:

• Demonstrates ability to reason logically and creatively; utilize a variety of analytical and research techniques to resolve complex problems.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Adaptable to changing priorities.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Ability to work with a variety of audiences and communication styles.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to develop and execute innovative solutions.
• Ability to effectively make decisions.

Contact Information

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

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Certification Unit
(800) ###-####
...@dir.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification.

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, 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.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey.

DIR Mission and Core Values

Our mission is to protect and improve the welfare and working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR is also committed to ensuring that all employers comply with labor laws in California to support a fair and thriving business environment.

Integrity - We fulfill the promise of our mission through fair, honest and ethical behavior.

Service - We are committed to responsibly serving the public and value their trust.

Respect - We treat others with dignity, courtesy and consideration.

Quality - We take pride in providing the public with accurate and timely services.

Transparency - We conduct ourselves with openness and accountability in all aspects of our work.

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.