Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer (EEOO), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst serves as the EEO Investigator to ensure compliance with California Energy Commission policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. The investigator assists the EEOO in objectively monitoring and assessing personnel policies and practices, recommending administrative changes to prevent illegal discrimination/harassment, and handling all matters with sensitivity, confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy. The investigator also conducts internal investigations; meets with employees to discuss possible policy violations; ensures allegations of discrimination, harassment, workplace violence, bullying, and retaliation are properly reviewed; coordinates and assists with special projects; provides training to staff on the EEO and workplace violence complaint process and related topics; maintains a log of case intakes and investigations; coordinates and guides the Disability Advisory Committee and is the liaison between the committee and the executive directorship; and coordinates the Upward Mobility Program.

The MQs for this classification can be found at  Associate Governmental Program Analyst (5393) - CalHR . The documents you submit in your application package must highlight how you meet the MQs. If the MQs are not met, you will not be considered for this position.

Teleworking is only available for employees who reside in California. You must be relocated to California and provide your in-state address prior to your start date. Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking a brief survey at  CEC Recruitment Survey .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in-person at least two days per week. Beginning July 1, 2025, all employees may be required to work in-person at least four days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Occasional travel may be required based on the needs of the division. Regular and consistent attendance is essential to successful performance.

Special Requirements

You must include the following if you are applying by mail or in person:

1) How you are eligible (list eligibility, transfer within state service, reinstatement, SROA/surplus, etc.) in the Explanations box on the first page of the STD. 678.
2) The Job Control number JC- and the title of the position you are applying for in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) box on the first page of the STD. 678.
3) Request for Personnel Action Number RPA 150-279 in the Explanations box of the STD. 678.
4) Your original signature at the bottom of the first page of the STD. 678.
5) Include unofficial school transcripts with your application package if the position you are applying for has an educational requirement. You may be required to provide official transcripts if hired.

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:

1) Ability to act independently, take initiative, and follow projects through to completion.
2) Ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentially with tact and diplomacy.
3) Knowledge of the EEO complaint, investigation, and resolution process.
4) Knowledge of hybrid meeting planning and management.
5) Ability to act as an unbiased third party to make fact-finding and policy determinations.

Benefits

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

Statement of Qualifications Instructions

Include an SOQ that responds to the statements below. Your SOQ should be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, with no smaller than 12-point font. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Visit  How to Write a Statement of Qualifications for instructions.

1)  Describe your experience conducting internal investigations into possible violations of policies or allegations of discrimination, harassment, workplace violence, bullying, and retaliation. Provide an example of a particularly difficult, sensitive, or complex investigation you conducted, how you navigated it, and the general case outcome.

2)  Describe your experience managing a large workshop or meeting with speakers, activities, and networking opportunities. Include tools you used such as MS Planner, Outlook, virtual meeting platforms like Zoom, etc. Provide examples of training or meetings you have conducted and/or facilitated.

3)  Describe how you are uniquely qualified for this position. Include any training and experience you have that makes you the best candidate.

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  Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions below.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Second job, Remote job, Relocation, 2 days per week,

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