Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Staff Services Analyst (SSA) is responsible for conducting complex and technical analytical staff work addressing various government claims (claims) for money damages submitted to the Department of General Services, Government Claims Program (GCP). The SSA also works on program administration and development for the Government Claims Unit (the Unit), a unique Unit within the Office of the Attorney General. The Unit provides statewide assistance to all staff within the Civil and Public Rights Divisions of the California Department of Justice. The SSA serves as a Government Claims Coordinator along with the Unit's Associate Governmental Program Analyst, and reviews all government claims received from the GCP for timeliness, completeness, and relevance to high-profile issues in order to coordinate Deputy Attorney General involvement in the defense of litigation. The SSA works with client agencies and the GCP in making independent decisions and recommendations on late claim applications and consults with the Supervising Deputy Attorneys General and legal staff as necessary. The SSA is often consulted by GCP’s legal office, Government Claims Manager, and employees on various issues including processing claims, GCP declarations on claims and ensuring compliance with Government Code statutes. The SSA works daily with Department of Justice legal staff to facilitate and provide necessary documentation to contest or address claim presentation issues. The SSA regularly works with and provides assistance and support to the Department of Finance legal staff, the Governor’s Office, and the State Controller’s Office, as well as other state agencies on a wide variety of issues, including processing of the department’s annual claims bill for legislative approval. The SSA prepares and submits settlement documents for payment of claims accepted by the California Highway Patrol and the Department of Justice. The SSA reviews and analyzes incoming claims and advises the Attorney General's Office as to fiscal budgetary projection for potential litigation. The SSA reviews and analyzes management report information for the purpose of monitoring reimbursable attorney and paralegal hours and advising management of specific clients and categories of work which indicate project shortfalls or over-expenditures, including work being performed pursuant to interagency agreements.

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Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.

• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-441336) and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Application.

• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment.

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:

Demonstrated analytical skills of complex and technical matters. Familiarity with working directly with client agency representatives and Attorney General legal staff. Extensive knowledge of the Government Claims Act, specifically the statutes of the Government Code which govern timeliness of claims, parameters for consideration of late claim applications, and petitions for relief. Knowledge of the legislative process. Ability to conduct legal research; work independently and under strict time constraints. Work well with all levels of management and staff, consult with and advise administrators (Supervising Deputy Attorneys General and Senior Assistant Attorney General) or other interested parties on serious and high-profile matters. Maintain confidentiality and possess effective writing and communication skills. Must have proficiency in computer skills, specifically knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Windows. Must work well under pressure and have the ability to perform multiple tasks with accuracy, precision and neatness. Demonstrated ability to exercise oversight of support staff is beneficial, but not required. Paralegal training or certificate is beneficial, but not required.

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Additional Information on Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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 required and must be included.
• Other -
  • Cover letter
  • Writing Sample

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