Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) offers legal advice to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) leadership to help ensure operations are conducted effectively and consistent with legal requirements. The Legal Support A Unit supports OLA attorneys by providing administrative support services in the areas of analytical and clerical support, legal case management support, legal research, training, and government claims.

Under direction of the Staff Services Manager I, Legal Support A Unit, the Government Claims Analyst assists OLA attorneys in the Risk Management Unit and is responsible for reviewing and processing government claims for money or damages against CDCR. The incumbent manages claim information in ProLaw and primarily works with the Department of General Services (DGS), the CDCR Accounting Office, CDCR litigation coordinators, and claimants to obtain documents, approvals, and payment information and submit payment packages.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

The Human Resources Technology System
CDCR Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and /or accessing their account. For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 2364.

Main communication for this position will through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. The CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their CDCR email address on their job application . 

See Essential Functions attached to the Duty Statements .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This advertisement is for an Associate Governmental Program Analyst/Staff Services Analyst located at the Office of Legal Affairs in  Sacramento, Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-400-5393-824.

The Office of Legal Affairs offers a secured access facility and free parking. 

This position is eligible for hybrid telework after the probation period, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. During the probationary period, the work hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. 

The Department will provide a laptop and cellphone. 

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to .

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

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:

1. Experience communicating orally and in writing with professionals or customers
2. Ability to read, understand, and comply with procedures, policies, law, or regulations
3. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
4. Ability to independently take initiative
5. Ability to independently be proactive
6. High attention to detail
7. Experience with electronic file management
8. Experience writing procedures
9. Experience with data entry or using databases
10. Excellent attendance
11. Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued

Benefits

• Hybrid Telework
• Laptop and Cellphone Provided
• Free Onsite Parking

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, and the CalPERS website, .

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at .

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at .

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at .

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Examination Information

To obtain list eligibility for Associate Governmental Program Analyst, before applying for the position, you should first take and pass the  Associate Governmental Program Analyst Examination.

To obtain list eligibility for Staff Services Analyst (General), before applying for th e position, you should first take and pass the  Staff Services Analyst (General) Examination.

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 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 is required and must be submitted with your Examination / Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications" section below for specific requirements.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Remote job, Trial period, Monday to Friday,

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