Associate Construction Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Direct Construction Supervisor II with Facilities Planning, Construction and Management Section (FPCM), the incumbent functions as a technical expert and lead project manager with responsibility for the most difficult, complex, and/or sensitive projects entailing strategic planning, budgeting, design, construction, and special repair assignments occurring at DSH hospital facilities and Sacramento. Leads and/or facilitates architectural proposals and designs, construction drawings and contracts, specifications, and supporting documentation for departmental facility projects including but not limited to Capital Outlay, deferred maintenance/special repairs, renovations, energy efficiency, information technology (IT), and new construction projects. Coordinates project schedules and the activities of hospital and/or contracted personnel assigned to specific project tasks. Reviews, analyzes, and comments on architectural design proposals and construction drawings from consulting architects and DGS for DSH acceptance. Develops design alternatives and prepares recommendations for management approval. Reviews, approves, and/or coordinates responses to all project RFBIs, submittals, RFIs, change orders, construction change directives, monthly schedule updates, short interval schedules, and inspection reports with corrective action. Monitors all construction activities and coordinates thorough documentation utilizing FPCM project folders and Procore software for DSH, State Fire Marshall, and Inspectors, as required. Attends or leads planning, design, and construction meetings. Conducts inspections of newly constructed or renovated facility sites prior to the acceptance of these facilities by DSH. Functions as a technical expert on the use of design, schedule planning, and project management related software.

Multiple positions are available at each of the following facilities. Certain positions are pending approval. Please indicate on your application the facility for which you are applying to.

• Atascadero State Hospital (San Luis Obispo County)
• Coalinga State Hospital (Fresno County)
• Metropolitan State Hospital (Los Angeles County)
• Patton State Hospital (San Bernardino County)
• Napa State Hospital (Napa County)
• Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

• A hybrid Telework schedule, consistent with the State of California's in-office requirement, may be considered with prior approval from management. The incumbent may also be required to travel throughout California as needed, with prior notice.

• The State's Commute Programs provide bicycle, mass transit and vanpool incentives to eligible state employees. The State's mass transit incentive pays 100% of the transit pass up to the IRS maximum of $325 per month in 2025.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE CONSTRUCTION ANALYST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-486630

Position #(s):

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Working Title:

Associate Construction Analyst - Hybrid Telework

Classification:

ASSOCIATE CONSTRUCTION ANALYST

$9,137.00 - $11,435.00 A

$10,555.00 - $13,206.00 B

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero

10333 El Camino Real

PO Box 7001

Atascadero, CA 93423-7001

The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department of State Hospitals - Coalinga

24511 West Jayne Ave.

P. O. Box 5000

Coalinga, CA 93210-5000

DSH-Coalinga opened in 2005 and began treating forensically committed patients, mostly of which are sexually violent predators. It is a self-contained psychiatric hospital constructed with a security perimeter. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) provides perimeter security as well as transportation of patients to outside medical services and court proceedings.

Department of State Hospitals - Metropolitan LA

11401 South Bloomfield Avenue

Norwalk, CA 90650

Department of State Hospitals - Metropolitan is in the vibrant community of Norwalk,15 miles east of Los Angeles. To the south are entertainment venues like Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, the marinas and beaches of Huntington, Newport and Laguna. To the west are Palos Verdes and Marina Del Rey.

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

2100 Napa-Vallejo Highway

Napa, CA 94558-6293

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

Department of State Hospitals - Patton

3102 East Highland Ave

Patton, CA 92369

The Department of State Hospitals-Patton is a forensic psychiatric hospital located in Patton, CA, in San Bernardino County. DSH-Patton was established in 1890 and opened in 1893. DSH-Patton provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients within a secure treatment area.

Department Website:

Special Requirements

• While US mail applications are still accepted, applying electronically through your CalCareers account is strongly encouraged.*

NOTE: If applying by mail, please do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 10) with your completed State Application (STD 678). This page is for examination use only.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon job offer candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Failure to complete the STD 678 in its entirety may result in disqualification, resumes and/or Statements of Qualifications do not take the place of the STD 678. You must clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (i.e., list, transfer, SROA/Surplus, reinstatement, etc.), classification title, position number, and job control number in the Examination/Job Title section.

• Foreign Degrees or Transcripts - Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. DSH accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the services listed on these webpages:
• National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
• Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or

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: 8/26/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:

Department of State Hospitals

Carmen Shean

Attn: Carmen Shean

1215 O Street, MS-17

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals

Carmen Shean

Carmen Shean

1215 O Street, MS-17

Sacramento, CA 95814

Application drop off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.

08:30 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 -

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPTS along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on experience, must state that in the bypass notes for this requirement.

• Statement of Qualifications -

Please see the Statement of Qualifications section at the bottom of this job advertisement for more details.

Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit the SOQ, as requested (i.e. respond to questions asked), may be disqualified.

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:

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and perform well under pressure while working in a fast paced and multitasking environment.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders to collaborate on regulatory compliance and business/operational needs.
• Demonstrate a high degree of independence, initiative, and responsibility in successfully performing assigned job duties.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to manage time sensitive assignments and projects.
• Ability to critically review and guide development of construction drawing/specifications and utilize construction design and management software tools.

Benefits

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

Benefits include: Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, 11 Paid State Holidays, one (1), eight (8) hours, Paid Personal Holiday and two (2), (16) hours, Paid Professional Development Days (PDD) per fiscal year; excellent Health, Vision and Dental insurance plans; Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; Alternate Workweek Schedules and Flextime; and, enrollment in the CalPERS retirement system.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:

Carmen Shean

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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:

Office of Human Rights

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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

Your name and the Job Control number must be noted on the top of each page. Each question must be written out and numbered as they are listed. Do not consolidate the questions and responses. Respond to each question in order. Responses should be complete, specific, and clear. Include the name of the organization where you gained the experience, your title and level of responsibility, when events occurred, as well as relevant outcomes and measurements of success. The SOQ document must not exceed two (2) pages in length, letter-size, single-spaced, with 12-point font.

SOQ #1 - Describe a time when you had to gather information from others in order to make a recommendation to management on a course of action. What was the situation? Were you able to clearly frame the problem and identify the necessary data? With whom did you collaborate and why? What was the outcome? What were the challenges?

SOQ #2 - Tell us about a time when you led or guided a group or team effort. What was the situation? What actions did you take? What were the biggest challenges and how did you overcome them? What steps did you take to achieve a positive outcome? How did the group or team effort ultimately turn out?

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.