Policy Analyst

Job Summary:

Under direction of the Supervisor II, the Policy Analyst will analyze a wide range of issues impacting agency programs, develop policy recommendations and executive level reports, analyze federal/state/tribal/local program policies, coordinate with federal/state/tribal/local governments, analyze/monitor federal legislation, and coordinate response to requests for information specific to California’s emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation operations, as well as other areas of public safety and public policy.

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:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts and information clearly and concisely.
• Proven ability to build relationships, collaborate effectively, and engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with analyzing legislation, tracking regulatory activity, conducting research, and translating complex policies for the agency.
• Experience working with congressional offices and federal affairs, including building relationships with their staff and advancing policy priorities.
• Strong knowledge of the federal appropriations process, including budget cycles, appropriations committees, and funding requests.
• Experience preparing briefing materials, policy memos, appropriations requests, talking points, and other advocacy documents.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description.

Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here:
Policy & Administration | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Department Website:

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

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