ANALYST I

Job Posting: Benefit Accuracy Measurement Analyst

Employment Development Department

JC-533256

• Benefit Accuracy Measurement Analyst

ANALYST I

$3,861.00 - $6,276.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/4/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

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Job Description and Duties

THIS IS A BILINGUAL - SPANISH POSITION; MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A BILINGUAL - SPANISH FLUENCY EXAMINATION.

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

The Unemployment Insurance Support Division (UISD) is actively recruiting for two Spanish Bilingual Analyst I or II positions in the Benefit Accuracy Measurement (BAM) Unit 1. The BAM analysts will work independently or act as a team leader to perform an in-depth, thorough investigation of Unemployment Insurance (UI) claims, and work closely with the unit manager or journey-level BAM analyst conducting accurate reviews of selected BAM cases, assessing the accuracy and conformity to the Department's UI program and other policy and procedures, as well as the Department of Labor/Employment Training Administration reporting requirements.

Claims are required to be comprehensively reviewed in order to meet the Department of Labor's quality measurement standards. Reviews include interviews with employers, claimants, and field office staff for the purpose of determining compliance under the provisions of the California Unemployment Insurance Code, analyzing state and federal laws and regulations to ensure the State continues to administer the UI program effectively and efficiently while protecting the integrity of the UI Trust Fund. UI or comparable program knowledge and experience is a requirement, including extensive UI or comparable experience in conducting eligibility determinations.

Employees are required to report to their designated headquarters office in Sacramento or Anaheim. Travel and accommodation expenses incurred while commuting to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.

Positions exist in Orange County and Sacramento County.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

This position is headquartered in Anaheim or Sacramento; will consider candidates who are located throughout the state of California.

Due to operational needs, employees may be required at any given time to report to work at their regular EDD headquarters. Currently employees have a hybrid work schedule but may be required to work in the office per business needs.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ANALYST I
• ANALYST II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-533256

Position #(s):

280-379-5157-780

280-379-5157-733

Working Title:

Benefit Accuracy Measurement Analyst

Classification:

ANALYST I

$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A

$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B

$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A

# of Positions:

2

Work Location:

Orange County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.

Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) fluency in the Spanish language. If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.calcareers.ca.gov.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions' section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.

• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.

• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.

• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Examination/Assessment

If selected for hire, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:

Analyst I Bulletin / Analyst II Bulletin

For more information about the State hiring process, click here. To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job, click here.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/4/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Employment Development Department

Mail In Address

Attn: Job Control #533256

Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54

PO Box 826880

Sacramento, CA 94280-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Employment Development Department

Drop Off Address

Attn: Job Control #533256

EDD/Human Resource Services Division

1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see "Statement of Qualifications Requirements" section for more information about the SOQ.

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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Three or more years of experience in the UI program, in addition to having a strong background in UI eligibility determinations knowledge and experience.

• Detailed knowledge of UI program processes, UI benefit claim and payment systems, state and federal UI laws.
• Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills desired.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities in a cooperative manner.
• Proficient with computers as required to use EDD software and input data in an efficient and effective manner.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe and SharePoint.
• Good attendance and punctuality record.

Note: The above desirable qualifications must be addressed in the Statement of Qualifications.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, www.calhr.ca.gov, and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Teisha Gwerder

(916) 628-6730

Teisha.Gwerder@edd.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Officer

(916) 654-8434

Accessibility@edd.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. In addition to the State Application (STD 678), applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), which addresses how their UI or comparable insurance experience, knowledge, and PC/software proficiency will help them succeed in this position. The SOQ should be a narrative essay of no more than two pages in length and must not contain bullet points. Resumes will not be accepted in place of the SOQ.

We ask that you not use Artificial Intelligence assistance when composing your written response. Written responses are an attempt to assess and gain an understanding of your personal writing and communication skills and abilities.

Background Investigation Requirement

The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation. However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment.

The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department. The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s).

The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies. Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified."

ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.

Click on the link to complete the Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey: EDD Recruitment Survey

Merit System Principles

Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California 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.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.