Associate Program Analyst

Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager III of Sales Support & Distribution (SS&D), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA), is responsible for a variety of analystical and development assignments associated with SS&D's product distribution and contracts.

This position requires a current AGPA exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.
This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for either a remote-based or office-based telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as needed. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires employee residence in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: "telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People are drawn to the Lottery because we: Are an energetic, creative, and talented team Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation Recognize individual and team contributions Support the importance of work-life balance Invest in the professional development of our team members Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint May consider a Training & Development assignment.
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate's ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements."

It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.
The Lottery is less than 30 minutes from all that Downtown Sacramento has to offer. Amenities include an onsite restaurant, free gym, close to the light rail station, electric car charging stations, and free parking!! Apply today to join a dynamic organization that is not only passionate about its mission, but also its people!!
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Schedule: Monday – Friday (8AM – 5PM) Travel: Travel will be required, as needed, generally not more than two weeks per year. Other: Position will be required to work out of Lottery or vendor facilities and attend in-person meetings. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details
Job Code #: JC-431234
Position #(s): ********
Working Title: Distribution Analyst Classification: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST $5,684.00 - $7,114.00 A
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Telework
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state's general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California's public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California. We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming. We believe in California For All.

In fiscal year 2022-23, the California Lottery generated sales of approximately $9.2 billion with over $2.2 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball, Mega Millions, and SuperLotto Plus and daily games
Department Website:
Special Requirements
The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. If you are basing your eligibility on education, ( provide your transcripts. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial ; official transcripts will be required upon appointment . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers. Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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 of an application.
Final Filing Date: 5/22/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.


Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA State Lottery
Attn: Human Resources, JC-431234
700 N. 10th Street MS#6-5
Sacramento, CA 95811
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CA State Lottery
Human Resources, JC-431234
700 N. 10th Street MS#6-5
Sacramento, CA 95811
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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 - In order to be considered you must submit a Statement of Qualifications. See instructions below. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. 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:
Experience withstrategic budget planning and budget tracking.
Experience with working in project teams.
Experience preparing competitive bids for contracted services. Experience managing and documenting contract performance based on internal controls and key performance indicators. Experience organizing and analyzing complex data sets. Experience analyzing complex programs and/ or contracts. Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) Experience with research and analytical review.

Experience with report writing and presentations.

Benefits
Please click on the link below to learn about the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits.
Benefits Summary
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources JC-431234


Hiring Unit Contact:
Sean Longwood


Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Equal Employment Opportunity Office

California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Statement of Qualifications
Provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with your applications. When completingthe SOQ, follow the formatting requiements: 12 point New Roman font, single spaced, no more than two pages total. Title the header, "statement of Qualifications", and to include places of employment; pertinent dates; duties performed; etc. When responding to the each question on your SOQ. Each question should be answered with the corresponding question number identified in the prompt. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. You are not limited in the amount of space you dedicate for each question, but your SOQ connot be more than two pages total in length. The SOQ must be submitted as a Word Document. Other programs or PDFs will not be accepted.



Statement of Qualifications must address the following:
1. Describe your experience providing timely accurate forecasts based on large sets of data. How did you collect, organize and draw conclution from the data? What tools did you use to analyze the data?
2. Describe your experience provding time sensitive and accurate information to internal and external stakeholders.
3. Describe your experience conducting research and providing a summary of your research findings to stakeholders on complex issues.
Position Location
Headquarters
700 North 10th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
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 to 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.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free 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.