Program & Policy Analyst

About the Role

Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. This is a 12-month Limited-Term position that may be extended up to 24 months and/or with the possibility of becoming permanent.

As an Analyst II, you will perform complex analytical tasks relating to the provision of federal and state disaster assistance grant programs within the Cal OES Recovery Directorate. This role involves a broad range of advanced journey-level analytical tasks related to financial, programmatic, and administrative requirements of multiple grant programs, including:

• Public Assistance (PA) Disaster Grant
• California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA)
• Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG)
• Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)
• Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness grant (HMEP)
• Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)
• Pre-Disaster Mitigation program (PDM)
• Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA)
• Interagency Recovery Coordination (IRC)
• Other grant programs

You will work under strict regulatory and administrative deadlines, act with independence to maintain a routine workload, and respond to short-term special projects and priority assignments. Responsibilities include formulating policies, procedures, grants, and making recommendations on program-related issues while advising management on potential program alternatives and impacts. You may also serve in a lead capacity over Analyst Is and program support staff.

This recruitment is hiring multiple positions in the following units:

• Unit 550 - Hazard Mitigation Support Unit: Supports executive-level coordination and policy development across California’s Hazard Mitigation Section, helping align mitigation planning, grant programs, and statewide resilience initiatives. Assists leadership with strategic initiatives, program oversight, and cross-division coordination to strengthen California’s approach to disaster risk reduction.
• Unit 554 - Mitigation Planning Division: Supports the development and maintenance of California’s State Hazard Mitigation Plan and Adaptation Planning Guide while assisting local jurisdictions with the development and approval of Local Hazard Mitigation Plans. Contributes to statewide mitigation planning efforts, policy development, and technical support for local partners.
• Unit 555 - Resilience Branch Support Unit: Supports the Resilience Branch in integrating statewide mitigation planning with the implementation of hazard mitigation grant programs. Assists with branch-level initiatives, coordination between the Planning and Technical Assistance Divisions, and efforts to advance community resilience across California.
• Unit 556 - Technical Assistance Division: Supports statewide outreach and technical assistance for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs, helping local jurisdictions develop competitive mitigation project subapplications. Assists with program guidance, trainings, tools, and coordination to increase participation in state and federal resilience funding opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex analytical tasks related to federal and state disaster assistance grant programs.
• Manage financial, programmatic, and administrative requirements of multiple grant programs under strict deadlines.
• Formulate policies, procedures, and grants; make recommendations on program-related issues.
• Advise management on potential program alternatives and impacts.
• Serve in a lead capacity over Analyst Is and program support staff as needed.
• Support executive-level coordination, policy development, and strategic initiatives in assigned units.
• Assist with statewide mitigation planning, technical support, and outreach efforts.
• Develop and maintain reporting systems, dashboards, and tracking tools to improve transparency and decision-making.
• Analyze and improve business processes, including documenting workflows and strengthening internal controls.

Working Conditions

• These positions are located in the Hazard Mitigation Section in Mather, CA.
• Hybrid telework schedule is available, with additional in-office days required based on business needs.
• In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted outside of normal working hours (evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays) and required to report to work.
• Emergency service may require irregular work hours, alternative work locations, and duties beyond the official position description.
• Extensive travel may be required with little advance notice, including potential relocation to emergency sites for weeks or months.
• This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and requires completion of Form 700 within 30 days of appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and analyzing technical reports, policy materials, contracts, or program documentation and synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable summaries.
• Strong analytical and data management skills, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using reporting or data platforms such as Smartsheet, SharePoint, dashboards, or similar tools.
• Experience developing or maintaining reporting systems, dashboards, tracking tools, or workflow processes that improve transparency, organization, and decision-making.
• Experience analyzing and improving business processes, including documenting workflows, developing standard operating procedures, or strengthening internal controls and compliance practices.
• Strong written communication skills with demonstrated experience drafting reports, summaries, guidance materials, or other professional documents for diverse audiences.
• Experience coordinating across internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information, meet deadlines, and support program objectives.
• Familiarity with emergency management, resilience, public sector programs, or regulatory environments is desirable.

Benefits

• Free parking
• On-site gym and locker room
• Electric carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans
• Flexible schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• Investment in career development
• Proximity to local eateries, financial institutions, and Light Rail Station

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.