$6,888.00 - $8,560.00
SALARY NOTE:
These positions are eligible for an additional recruitment and retention pay differential (10% in the first year, and 15% in the second year).
WHO MAY APPLY:
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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).
HIRING PROCESS:
The three-phased process gives interested individuals an opportunity to demonstrate the skills and abilities needed to perform Finance Budget Analyst duties.
Phase I (Application Screening) is tentatively scheduled for approximately June 23rd – July 18th:
Application packages will be screened to ensure all materials were submitted accurately and timely. Additionally, applications will be screened to ensure candidates have critical skills, knowledge, competencies and minimum qualifications that demonstrate potential success as a Finance Budget Analyst. Those candidates who pass Phase I will be invited to participate in Phase II.
Phase II (Writing/Math Exercise) is tentatively scheduled for approximately July 27th – July 28th:
The second phase of the process assesses writing and math competencies. Successful individuals proceed to the third phase of the hiring process. The math/writing exercise may be given either in person or electronically thru email.
Phase III (Interviews) are tentatively scheduled during late August 2023:
The third phase of the hiring process consists of interviews with our budget units. This interview is pass/fail. Successful candidates are either hired or placed in a hiring pool for future consideration. Placement in the pool does not guarantee appointment to a Budget Analyst position. The interviews for this recruitment will be held via Zoom.
HOW TO APPLY:
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.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- Other - Statement of Interest - A one-page Statement of Interest indicating why you are interested in a Finance Budget Analyst position with the Department of Finance, using a font no smaller than 12 point.
- Other - References - Three references including name, relationship, and telephone number. References will not be contacted until after hiring interviews are conducted.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
SEND APPLICATION PACKAGE TO:
Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply on-line search JC-375290.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Department of Finance
Attn: FBA Recruitment
915 L Street, Suite 1235
Sacramento, CA 95814
INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS:
To hear more about the role of a Finance Budget Analyst, and to ask questions, Informational Sessions will be held. These will be held via Zoom only on:
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 (tentative)
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (PST)
Monday, June 19, 2023 (tentative)
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (PST)
Please e-mail FBARecruiting@dof.ca.gov to sign up for an informational session. Please indicate your preferred date in your request.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE JOB:
Department of Finance
Human Resources Office
(916) 323-4071
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DOF Recruiting
Recruiter
CA Department of Finance
Sacramento, CA