Office of Civil Rights Administrative Analyst (Hybrid Option)

About the Role

The Administrative Analyst (Analyst II) in the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) serves as a key resource in supporting the Department’s civil rights compliance, contract compliance, reporting, and administrative oversight functions. Working under the direction of a Supervisor II, the Analyst independently performs complex, sensitive, and high-impact analytical work that advances OCR’s mission and ensures compliance with federal and state civil rights laws, including Title VII and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

The Analyst provides critical guidance and technical support on matters involving civil rights enforcement, contract development and administration, and statewide program reporting. This includes conducting research, reviewing and coordinating responses to legislation, analyzing procurement and contracting needs, evaluating vendor performance, processing invoices, and managing executed agreements. The position plays an integral role in ensuring Departmental adherence to legal, fiscal, and policy requirements across OCR programs.

Additional responsibilities include supporting the Department’s reasonable accommodation tracking system, assisting with workforce demographic research for the Annual Workforce Analysis (WFA), reviewing Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) and Upward Mobility Program (UMP) applications, and providing technical assistance across OCR’s compliance functions. The Analyst may also contribute to public records act (PRA) coordination, civil rights complaint reviews, and cross-program intake and compliance processes.

Statewide travel of up to 10% may be required depending on workload and operational needs. This position is located within the Language Access and Civil Rights Compliance Program Section. The Analyst collaborates closely with internal programs, executive leadership, legal counsel, and contracted partners to support equitable, compliant, and transparent operations across the Department.

This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and requires filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office. This classification was previously known as the Associate Governmental Program Analyst and is now referred to as the Analyst II classification, effective January 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, review, and coordinate responses to legislation.
• Analyze procurement and contracting needs, evaluate vendor performance, process invoices, and manage executed agreements.
• Support the Department’s reasonable accommodation tracking system.
• Assist with workforce demographic research for the Annual Workforce Analysis (WFA).
• Review Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) and Upward Mobility Program (UMP) applications.
• Provide technical assistance across OCR’s compliance functions.
• Contribute to public records act (PRA) coordination and civil rights complaint reviews.
• Support cross-program intake and compliance processes.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to independently research, evaluate, and synthesize data to develop clear, actionable recommendations for management.
• Experience conducting legislative or policy analysis and assessing operational impacts to programs or departments.
• Knowledge of State contracting, procurement, budgeting, and FI$Cal processes, including invoice review and expenditure tracking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting technical summaries, PRA responses, and confidential correspondence.
• Ability to develop and maintain tracking systems or databases to support program monitoring, inventory management, and data-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with programs and program leadership on complex, multi-stakeholder issues.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to manage multiple high-volume, time-sensitive assignments independently and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification for Analyst II or Analyst I. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Pay

Classification: Analyst II
Salary Range: $6,031.00 - $7,775.00 per month

Shall Consider: Analyst I
Salary Range: $3,861.00 - $6,464.00 per month

Schedule

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Telework: Hybrid
Work Location: Sacramento County

Benefits

• Continuous and ongoing training.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

As a team member of the State of California, additional benefits may be available, including health, retirement, and leave benefits.