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Job Posting: Legislative Associate
Board of Governors, California Community Colleges
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3,640.00 - $5,916.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 5/2/2024
Under the direct supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) of State and Federal Relations, the Legislative Associate* (SSA) performs analytical work to support the Government Relations (GR) Division's successful engagement with internal and external policy stakeholders. The Legislative Analyst is responsible for tracking and actively monitoring committee hearings, reviewing legislation, and drafting policy positions, acting as a liaison between legislative offices and the Chancellor's Office. The Legislative Associate works under the supervision of the AVC of State and Federal Relations to perform assigned analytical and research duties that inform community college systemwide policy strategy and priorities. In addition to researching legislature, this position requires frequent communication and/or interaction with institutional partners, key stakeholders, and system leadership.
To gain eligibility for this position, make sure to take the exam for Staff Services Analyst:
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Ability to use standard computer and/or office machines for an extended period of time.
Work in a climate-controlled, open office environment under artificial lighting.
Exposure to computer screens and other basic office equipment.
Periodic presentations may occasionally be required.
Ability to effectively work in a hybrid/telework setting within the state of CA.
Hybrid work setting provided.
The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in the nation, with 1.8 million students attending 116 colleges. Our colleges provide students with the knowledge and background necessary to compete in today's economy. With a wide range of educational offerings, the colleges provide workforce training, basic courses in English and math, certificate and degree programs and preparation for transfer to four-year institutions.
The mission of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and the Chancellor's Office is to empower the community colleges through leadership, advocacy and support.
The Chancellor's Office values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive community and we see these values as connected to our mission and critical to ensure the well-being of our staff and the students we serve.
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A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) provides detailed information about your experiences and allows the hiring manger to better assess your qualifications for this position The SOQ demonstrates your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ should include responses to the below desired qualifications listed below. A resume or cover letter will not be considered a substitute for the required SOQ. Each response within the SOQ must include reference to the correlating number and/or question. Maximum of 750 words in length.
1. Describe an example of a successful policy advocacy effort in which you played a significant role. (Please limit your response to 250 words).
2. Describe your process for reviewing and analyzing proposal. As you write this, you may wish to consider writing it in the same format as a bill analysis. (Please limit your response to 250 words).
3. Describe your familiarity with the public higher education systems of California, particularly the community colleges (Please limit your response to 250 words).
Please do NOT add any confidential information to your application or supporting documentation such as: social security number, date of birth, disability information, LEAP status, examination scores, pictures, etc.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
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: 5/2/2024Who May Apply
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).
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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 required and must be included.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) provides detailed information about your experiences and allows the hiring manger to better assess your qualifications for this position. The SOQ demonstrates your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.
Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for specific SOQ requirements.
Other: You must provide a copy of your degree or transcripts if you're basing eligibility on education
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.