JC-535528 Staff Editor

$6,031 - $7,547 monthly

Job Description

This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Classification: ANALYST II

As described in Government Code section 14460 and 14110.1, the Independent Office of Audits and Investigations (IOAI) is a statutorily independent office that conducts oversight of Caltrans, including audits and investigations. The Inspector General, appointed by the Governor, is vested with full authority to exercise a full scope, independent, and objective audit and investigation program.

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Publications and in collaboration with technical staff, the incumbent performs editorial, research, analysis, evaluation, data presentation, and accessibility compliance duties. The incumbent consults with and assists IOAI technical authors and other staff in developing and refining manuscripts for reports, projects, social media and other online content, and other materials as required to meet IOAI needs. Acts as a technical consultant and subject matter expert on writing, editing, graphic design, and publications.

PARF# 97-27-0016 / JC-535528

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program:.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Analyst II exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.


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Working Conditions

Position located at 1304 O St Sacramento, Sacramento County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’ evolving telework policy. IOAI supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel, which could include extended hours of work and/or overnight or multiple-day trips, may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The incumbent will work in a climate-controlled office and telework environment under artificial lighting. The incumbent may be required to sit for long periods of time using keyboard and computer.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

  • Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.
  • The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing
  • Please follow the instructions below
  • failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview
  • Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below
  • The SOQ must be typed, single spaced and no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font
  • 1
  • Describe your experience conducting developmental edits
  • Please include an example in which your analysis identified an error, trend, or area of concern, and explain how you worked with the author(s) to strengthen the argument. 2
  • Provide an example of how you have contributed to team cohesion, strengthened customer service, or supported internal/external stakeholders
  • In your response, describe how you build productive working relationships, handle sensitive content, and maintain professionalism and accuracy when working with diverse groups under tight deadlines
  • Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment
  • If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification
  • Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment
  • Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent
  • Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or
  • Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for CalTrans is Chuck Callahan.

Qualifications

See job description

State

California

Immediate Fill

No

Job Reference

JC-535528