State Position: WSP Program Analyst – Job Application Link: 

Schedule: Full-time – 5/8 schedule

Position Timeline: Limited Term (1 year with possible 1 year extension), anticipated start date 11/2026

Office Location: 1527 Madera Ave, San Luis Obispo (6 miles from SLO at the Los Padres California Conservation Corps Center)

Monthly Pay: ($3,861 - $6,276) based on experience and education

Position Overview:

• Support Recruitment: Help recruit Corpsmembers and Placement Site partners.
• Coordinate Outreach: Help ensure recruitment and engagement activities are organized and effective.
• Manage Program Data: Collect, organize, maintain, and analyze WSP program data.
• Provide Quality Control: Review WSP outreach materials and efforts to ensure they are accurate, consistent, and aligned with program goals.

CA Analyst 1 Series Description:

Incumbents at this level utilize basic analytical skills to assist with various State program areas.

Under supervision, incumbents may audit, calculate, gather, tabulate, compile, reconcile, interpret, and analyze data and other materials; develop solutions, provide recommendations and develop procedures; plan, implement, monitor, forecast, and evaluate assignments, projects and program initiatives; conduct administrative compliance reviews and field evaluations; plan, implement, and conduct training; respond to public complaints and inquiries; coordinate with colleagues, coworkers, management, and/or other stakeholders to perform various tasks; plan and perform administrative analysis; review and analyze proposed legislation and advise management on the potential impact; assist with drafting regulations; and conduct program analysis. Duties and responsibilities require research, analysis, and the use of independent judgment and discretion to interpret and apply statutes, regulations, and policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of work experience performing analytical, technical, clerical, and/or customer service duties.
  • Academic education from an accredited college/university may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to pass pre-employment National Service Criminal History checks.
• Valid California Driver’s License. 
• In-state travel will be required (estimated trips: six 2–4-day, four 5–10-day, one 14-day trip)

Knowledge & Abilities:

Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and trends of public and business administration, management, supportive staff services, and governmental functions and organization.

Ability to: Reason logically and creatively and utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex governmental and managerial problems; develop and evaluate alternatives; analyze data and present ideas and information effectively; consult with and advise administrators or other interested parties on a wide variety of subject-matter areas; and gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work.

Preferred Skill sets:

• Compassionate and professional communicator.
• Experience coaching young professionals in professionalism.
• Excellent writing and editing skills. 
• Experience building surveys, collecting, synthesizing, and presenting data.  
• Experience with public engagement and outreach.
• Proactive and comfortable working independently and collaborating with others.

Workplace Conditions:

• Rural San Luis Obispo County setting with frequent wildlife sightings
• A private office with a standing desk, dual monitors, and ergonomic equipment
• Onsite gym and pollinator gardens
• Walking meetings as part of the work culture.