Job Description

Job Description and Duties

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Working at the Cal/OSHA means much more than showing up for a job. You will be able to work on programs that are vital to the health and safety of our community, work force, and the state. We recognize the strength in teamwork. We know that by encouraging collaboration and diversity, educating employers in best practices, and protecting the health and safety of employees through enforcement of the California Labor Code and regulations will benefit our economy as a whole. Be part of a team that prides itself in making a difference for Californians.

What will be the difference that you make for California?

Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, the incumbent serves as a data management system interface analyst for Cal/OSHA Enforcement Data Management System Interface Unit. The incumbent performs the most complex analytical and technological studies/ assignments related to the implementation of the Cal/OSHA Enforcement Program data management systems. The incumbent works with the enforcement branch and DIR-IT staff, providing guidance and recommendations to management on the impacts of new systems and designs solutions to support Cal/OSHA Enforcement Program mission, while advising management on OIS and DMS system problems.  The incumbent also corresponds with both DIR-IT and Federal OSHA – IT staff and Cal/OSHA subject matter experts to set criteria required to implement the electronic exchange of data between the OIS and DMS.  The incumbent creates and maintains current databases essential to the completion of work processes within the Cal/OSHA Enforcement program.

All DIR employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner that demonstrates respect for all employees and anyone they come into contact with during work hours, during work-related activities, and anytime they represent the Department. Additionally, all DIR employees are responsible for promoting a safe and secure work environment, free from discrimination, harassment, inappropriate conduct, or retaliation.

The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff at all levels both within and outside of DOSH. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to use the Internet, email, desktop applications and presentation software to complete assignments.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

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Working Conditions

This job is located at:
Division of Occupational Safety and Health – Enforcement Branch 
Data Management Systems
2 MacArthur Place, Suite 720, Santa Ana, CA. 92707

The incumbent works in an air conditioned, low-rise office building with natural and artificial lighting. In addition, the incumbent works in a cubicle close proximity to others. The incumbent must work extensively on a computer to draft documents, conduct research, and prepare email communication, among others.

Special Requirements

***Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.

***Please attach your SOQ to your application. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Resumes and cover letters will not be accepted in place of an SOQ.

Instructions: No more than two pages with one-inch margins and size 12 Arial font. Questions are to be answered in numerical order. Ensure you include the question prior to your response. Applicants who do not follow the instructions for the SOQ will not be considered.

1. Describe a challenging data-related project you worked on. What was your role, and what did you learn from it?
2. Describe a challenging situation where pulling data from a database required an innovative solution.  What steps did you take?
3. Describe a time when you had to write a technical report summarizing a large amount of data.  How did you approach it?

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:

A commitment to safe workplaces and to public service.

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Power Point.

The incumbent must exercise a high degree of initiative, discretion/confidentiality, independence, reliability, accuracy, dependability, good judgment, and flexibility in performing a wide variety of duties. The incumbent must possess good work habits; adjust to changing priorities; and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

The incumbent must possess the following skills: outstanding customer service skills, interpersonal and organizational skills, good writing skills, and conflict management skills.

The incumbent must have the ability to: Interpret and analyze numerical data accurately; interpret written material; edit written material; write effectively; follow oral and written instructions; and make clear and concise communication expression and oral presentations, written reports and correspondence.

Benefits

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

• Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Paid Sick, Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k), 457, and ROTH IRA plans
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Military Leave
• Reimbursement Accounts
• Public Transit Subsidy
• And many more!
• Visit for a full list of available benefits!

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey

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 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 -

  Please see Special requirements section of the posting for instructions on the Statement of Qualifications.

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