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ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

Governor's Office of Planning and ResearchSacramento County, US
30+ days ago
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Job Description and Duties

The Governor’s Office of Planning & Research (OPR) seeks to fill a Limited-Term / Full-time Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) position in the Strategic Growth Council, Energy Investments division. The limited-term position is a 12 month appointment and may be extended to 24 months or become permanent.

Under the guidance of the Solar for All Program Lead, the Solar for All Associate Planner plays a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the SGC Solar for All program, ensuring seamless coordination with California Solar for All agency partners. The Associate Planner’s role is integral to achieving the goals of the California Solar for All Program, which includes accelerating the deployment of solar+storage solutions in underserved communities, alleviating electricity bill pressures, and contributing to the state's decarbonization goals. This position requires a committed individual with an interest in renewable energy equity, exposure to project finance, design, and management, and the ability to navigate multi-agency coordination. Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities related to implementing renewable energy projects in disadvantaged communities is preferable. The Associate Planner will work closely with the Program Lead to support the Solar for All initiative's strategic direction and to contribute to the broader goals of the SGC Energy Investments portfolio. This role may also support other programs and projects within the SGC Energy Investments portfolio and support opportunities to expand the suite of programs, projects, and collaborations.

This position is eligible for telework in accordance with the OPR Telework Policy.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The positions at OPR may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the OPR Telework Policy and / or future program need.

All OPR employees must reside in California upon appointment.

  • OPR is located in Sacramento, directly across from the State Capitol.
  • Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
  • Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.).
  • Daily use of personal computer, office equipment, and / or telephone.
  • Occasional extended hours outside of normal working business hours may be required.
  • Reasonably expected to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Occasional / overnight travel up to 15% may be required.

Special Requirements

A completed and detailed Examination / Employment Application (STD 678) must be received in the Human Resources Office or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes, Cover Letters, Statement of Qualifications, etc. DO NOT replace the required STD 678.

Note : A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ, or those that do not respond to the specific questions, will not be considered. See the Statement of Qualifications section for instructions.

All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."For experience and education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that MQs can be determined, you must include all employment history on the STD 678, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start / end dates (MM / DD / YYYY) . Your application package without this information may be disqualified and / or you may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. If it is determined that you do not meet the MQs, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.Completed application package (STD 678 and applicable or required documents) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission. For those who must submit their application packages via the postal service, please reference the above Job Control and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s)" section. Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire with STD 678. This page is for examination purposes only. Please Note : You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website. California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary Benefit Description​ ​Additional Information ​ New Employee Benefits Orientation Page

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