ANALYST IV

Job Posting: Budget Specialist

Business and Consumer Services Agency

JC-532355

• Budget Specialist

ANALYST IV

$7,276.00 - $9,107.00 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: 10/16/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

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Job Description and Duties

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

Under the general direction of the Fiscal and Administration Chief, the Analyst IV services as the agency-level fiscal and budget expert for the Business and Consumer Services Agency (BCSA) and its eight member departments. The incumbent functions as a fiscal expert with full responsibility for formulating, coordinating, administering, and overseeing the complex fiscal and budgetary policy with agency-wide and multi-departmental impact. This position exercises independent judgment, manages high-risk and time-sensitive fiscal activities, and serves as a fiscal advocate and representative for BCSA before the Governor's office, the Legislature and other entities within the Administration.

The Analyst IV is responsible for budget development, including the development of budget bill language and trailer bill language), and the establishment of fiscal procedures and controls to ensure compliance with DOF policies, statutory requirements, and Administration priorities. Work is performed in a highly dynamic environment requiring discretion, confidentiality, and the ability to assess and mitigate fiscal, operational, and reputational risk to Agency.

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

Working Conditions

To be eligible for this position, you must reside in California. The position is headquartered in Sacramento and may qualify for a hybrid telework arrangement-one day of telework per week and four days in the office-based on the BCSA Telework Policy or applicable employment terms and conditions.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ANALYST IV

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-532355

Position #(s):

338-100-5403-004

338-100-5403-XXX

Working Title:

Budget Specialist

Classification:

ANALYST IV

$7,276.00 - $9,107.00 A

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

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Business and Consumer Services Agency (BCSA) provides strategic oversight, leadership, coordination, advocacy, and support to its eight (8) member departments to advance fair business regulations and consumer protections.

Department Website: https://bcsa.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Conflict of Interest (COI): This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1, and within 30 days of leaving office.

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: 10/16/2026

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:

Business and Consumer Services Agency

Primary Cert Contact

Attn: Recruitment Technician, JC-532355, WS

1625 North Market Blvd., N-321

Sacramento, CA 95834

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Business and Consumer Services Agency

Primary Cert Contact

Recruitment Technician, JC-532355, WS

1625 North Market Blvd., N-321

Sacramento, CA 95834

The drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays. 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM.

08:00 AM - 05:00 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 is required for this position. Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement section for instructions.

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:

Experience developing and managing complex budgets

Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Proficient using Fi$Cal: Peoplesoft and Hyperion

Experience gathering ad hoc reports and performing data analysis

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work professionally and cooperatively with other agencies

Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and workload management skills

Strong ability to research problems and communicate to a wide array of stakeholders

Experience in analysis of proposed legislation and regulations

Knowledge of State of California budget cycle, processes and procedures with respect to ensure integrity and compliance with control agencies' requirements and timelines

Knowledge of statewide policies, procedures, and requirements in the State Administrative Manual (SAM)

Ability to read and comprehend technical documents such as policies, procedures, standards, regulations, technical reports, statutes, and contracts.

Ability to extract relevant facts and information from written documents to perform project planning, problem-solving, or summarize information as required to complete assigned tasks.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

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

Department Website: https://bcsa.ca.gov/

Hiring Unit Contact:

Kimberly Herd

(916) 651-1385

kimberly.herd@bcsa.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:

Amy Manasero

(916) 704-4006

EEO@bcsa.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 Instructions

To be considered for this position you must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with your application. The SOQ also serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and is considered your first interview for the position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to come in for an on-site interview.

Responses should be no longer than two pages in length total, 11 pt font, single-spaced.

Please respond to the following:

This position is responsible for developing and maintaining budget change proposals, technical financial reports, annual spending plans, and fiscal policies related to the financial operations of the Agency and its member departments.

Please describe your knowledge and experience with the State of California budget process and preparing these types of financial documents.

Describe your problem-solving ability, research skills, and verbal and written communication skills. Provide examples.

Describe your experience with developing collaborative, cooperative relationships with peers and management and providing expert consultative services to executive management. Provide an example of a project or program that has required you to use these skills.

Please attach your SOQ to your application. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered.

Note: Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the SOQ.

Filing Instructions

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx), please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method for applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678). https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf

Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Multiple positions may become available.

Electronic Submission:

Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as state on the job vacancy announcement.

U.S Postal Service Mail:

Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.

Hand Delivery:

Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.

Please note the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. If you have updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact JobPostings@dca.ca.gov. For all other questions, regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer unit at (866)844-8671.

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.