10/8/2018 STAFF SERVICES ANALYST (GENERAL)

1 OF CALIFORNIA oc:a DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) TRANSFER EXAMINATION Department: Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) Examination Type: Transfer Examination Final Filing Date: Continuous filing CLASSIFICATION DETAILS Salary Ranges (A-C) $3, - $5, per month. For a description of the salary ranges in more detail, refer to the Salary Ranges section of this bulletin. The salary stated in this bulletin may not reflect all pay raises or any additional bonuses. For more information, view the classification specification. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Who Should Apply This is a transfer examination for DCA. Participation is limited to DCA employees who meet the requirements to laterally transfer to the STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) (SSA) classification.

2 Your eligibility to laterally transfer into the SSA classification will be determined by the Office of Human Resources upon receipt of the completed STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) Request for Transfer Exam (HR-101). Applicants who are eligible to transfer and who have not taken the examination in the last six (6) months may apply for this examination. Cut-Off Dates and Timely Filing Completed HR-101s are accepted continuously throughout the year and will be processed during the administration period following the cut-off dates listed below: February 17, 2021 STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) Transfer Examination Bulletin Revision Date: 7/13/2021 May 18, 2021 August 17, 2021 November 15, 2021 HR-101s must be received or postmarked no later than the cut-off date listed above.

3 HR-101s postmarked after the cut-off date or received via hand delivery or interagency mail after 5:00 on the cut-off date will be held and processed in the next administration period. Postmark 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. Where to Apply You may send your application package by mail or hand deliver to: Department of Consumer Affairs Examination SERVICES Unit Attention: T. Patel 1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321 Sacramento, California 95834 HR-101s received by email or fax will not be accepted. Special Testing Arrangements: If you require assistance or alternative testing arrangements due to a disability and need special testing arrangements, mark the applicable box on the HR-101.

4 The Examination SERVICES Unit will contact you to make special testing arrangements. WRITTEN EXAMINATION SCHEDULE This examination is given quarterly at DCA s Headquarters in Sacramento. Other locations may be scheduled as the number of candidates and conditions warrant. The testing months are: March, June, September, and December If you are eligible to transfer, you will be invited to take the written examination. A notice to appear will be sent to you 10 business days prior to the test date. The notice will provide the details including the scheduled date, time, and location to appear. EXAMINATION SCOPE Written Examination Weighted 100% STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) Transfer Examination Bulletin Revision Date: 7/13/2021 This examination will consist of a written examination and is the sole component of the examination.

5 You will receive a pass/fail score and the result of your written examination is maintained indefinitely. The examination will measure the following: Quantitative Analysis: Skills in the area of algebraic, geometric, and statistical problem solving. Data Analysis and Interpretation: Skill in reading, interpreting and applying written information. Workload Management/Project Management Scenarios: Ability to effectively handle a variety of situations related to the planning and organizing of projects and work assignments. You will be provided with a calculator during the examination. PREPARING FOR THE EXAMINATION You may reference and review the study guide provided by the California Department of Human Resources: STAFF SERVICES ANALYST Written Transfer Examination.

6 The study guide also includes sample test questions. SALARY RANGES Range A: $3, - $4, per month. This range shall apply to those individuals who do not meet the criteria for Range B or Range C. Range B: $3, - $4, per month. This range shall apply to persons who have satisfactorily completed the equivalent to six months of STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) or STAFF SERVICES ANALYST , Fair Political Practices Commission, or Management SERVICES Technician (Range B), and may apply to persons who have the equivalent of six months of satisfactory experience outside of state service performing analytical personnel, budget, or administrative duties similar to those of a STAFF SERVICES ANALYST . Range C: $4, - $5, per month. This range shall apply to persons who have graduated from a recognized four-year accredited college or university; or who satisfactorily completed the equivalent of 12 months of STAFF SERVICES ANALYST (Range B) or STAFF SERVICES ANALYST , Fair Political Practices Commission (Range B), experience; and may apply to persons who have the equivalent of 18 months of satisfactory experience outside the state service performing analytical personnel, budget, or administrative duties similar to those of STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ).

7 STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) Transfer Examination Bulletin Revision Date: 7/13/2021 CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions concerning this examination, please provide your name and the examination title and contact us at: Department of Consumer Affairs Examination SERVICES Unit 1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321 Sacramento, California 95834 Phone: (916) 574-8370 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. Department of Consumer Affairs website: 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 of 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.

8 DRUG-FREE STATEMENT It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free state 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. general INFORMATION The DCA reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service laws and rules and all applicants will be notified. It is the candidate s responsibility to contact DCA, Examination SERVICES Unit, at STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) Transfer Examination Bulletin Revision Date: 7/13/2021 (916)574-8370 two weeks after the cut-off date if he/she has not received a progress notice.

9 Examination Locations (when applicable): Test locations are determined by the number of candidates and are limited or extended as conditions warrant. Veterans Preference and Career Credits are not granted for this examination. STAFF SERVICES ANALYST ( general ) Transfer Examination Bulletin Revision Date: 7/13/2021