Associate Governmental Program Analyst - Sacramento, CA
Job Description: ABOUT YOU Are you self-motivated? Do you see the value in learning and enjoy sharing your knowledge and experience with others? If you do and you have the skills below, we would like to get to know more about you. We seek a talented individual with excellent writing skills, an analytical mind, patience, good public speaking skills, knowledgeable with MS Office, and willingness to learn and explore. If your experience includes teaching, training, project management and/or organizational development, you may be a right fit for this position. ABOUT US The Office of Workforce Planning and Development (OWPD) enjoys an excellent reputation inside and outside the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). If you want to be a part of an effective team as we build on our success, we want to hear from you. You will work among a knowledgeable workforce dedicated to the values of: Integrity, Service, Accountability and Innovation. Learn more about our values and the strategic direction of DHCS by visiting www.dhcs.ca.gov/Documents/DHCS_Strategic_Plan_91415.pdf. You will work under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I (SSMI), in OWPD as an Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA). You will be responsible for designing, developing and delivering employee training programs, consulting with Departmental managers and supervisors regarding team and individual employee performance and skill gaps, working with internal subject matter experts to develop technical training, coordinating training conducted by outside vendors, and performing other special projects. POSITION DESCRIPTION/DUTY STATEMENT Duties include, but are not limited to: 50% - Design, develop, deliver and analyze in-house training programs Develop learning objectives, training materials and visual aids for training programs (does this in consultation with internal subject matter experts when training is of a technical nature) using the ADDIE development model. Present training programs and facilitate learning using participant centered training techniques and adult learning principles. Develop and deliver training through a variety of modalities including traditional classroom training, webinars, asynchronous computer tutorials, videos, etc. Analyze and update training programs on an ongoing basis to ensure learning effectiveness and currency with emerging trends and research on subject matter. 20% - Work with external training vendors to coordinate training services Prepare, monitor and evaluate RFOs and RFPs to procure training and development services. Evaluate and select external training vendor services that meet specified learning objectives. Monitor training and development contracts by evaluating vendor services against contract terms and monitor payments and invoicing. Work with training vendors to coordinate training logistics, and completion of agreed upon learning objectives. 20% - Conduct skill gap analysis and develop customized training solutions Conduct training assessments for inclusive Department workgroups and analyze results to determine individual and team skill gaps. Work with managers and supervisors to develop skill gap mitigation strategies and training plans. Develop and deliver customized training programs for internal workgroups that resolve identified skill gaps. 10% - Perform special projects relating to the department’s training and development functions as requested by the SSMI. Provide independent research, analysis, and project management of special workforce development programs and initiatives. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS In order to be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SoQ) for the hiring manager’s review and be no more than two pages. You must answer the questions below. Applications received without a response to each question in the SoQ will not be considered. Résumés in lieu of a SoQ will not be considered. Please note: The interview will require you to give a short presentation. 1) Describe how your education and/or experience can relate to this position. 2) Describe the qualities you have that enable you to excel as a member of a team. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbent is expected to travel occasionally, when necessary to attend or deliver training or provide consultation. Incumbent must possess good communication skills, use good judgment in decision-making, exercise creativity and flexibility in problem identification and resolution, manage time and resources effectively, and be responsive to departmental management needs. WHO MAY APPLY Eligible candidates who are current state employees with status in the above classification or lateral transfers in an equivalent class, former State employees who can reinstate into this class or persons who are reachable on a current employment list for this classification. All methods of appointments, including Training and Development (T&D) assignments will be considered. All interested applicants must submit a standard State Application Form STD 678 (Rev. 10/2013) with original signature and date, and must clearly indicate the basis of their eligibility in the “Explanations” section of the STD 678. SROA and Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply. Appointment is subject to SROA and State Surplus policies. Surplus candidates must submit a copy of their surplus status letter. Please write the position number (803-013-5393-901) in the section “Examination(s) or job Title(s) for which you are applying” on the Standard Form 678. You must also supply a copy of your eligibility (exam results). State applications marked “See Résumé” may be eliminated from the hiring process for this position. Please note: electronic submissions will not be accepted. All applicants, regardless of the type of eligibility, must meet the Minimum Qualifications of the classification. To view the Minimum Qualifications, please go to http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professinals/Pages/job-descriptions.aspx and enter the Classification Code or Title you wish to review. In addition, please attach all required supporting documents (i.e. transcript/diploma, license and/or required certificate) to your application. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be considered for an interview. All appointments are subject to approval of the DHCS Office of Human Resources. The State of California and DHCS 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. The office is located at the East End Complex in downtown Sacramento (1501 Capitol Avenue). Please mail application packets to the contact listed below. Application packets hand delivered to the contact’s building or to the Human Resources Department will NOT be accepted. Please submit questions about the position to the contact person listed. If you are not a current State employee, you must have reinstatement eligibility to this level or complete an examination with the State of California and be reachable on the list in order to be appointed to this position. For more information regarding job bulletins, examinations, and how to obtain a job in State service, please visit www.jobs.ca.gov. Signed Job Applications must be postmarked by the final filing date. Additional Information:
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