Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR) name has changed to The Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation Planning (GO-LUCI) effective July 1, 2024.

Under supervision of the Military Affairs Program Director the Defense Grant Specialist will manage grant administration and programmatic functions of the office’s U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) grants and provide policy, strategy and administrative support to the office’s Military Affairs team as needed.

The U.S. Department of Defense Grant Specialist will coordinate the administrative operations of national security related grant programs, assist in reviewing and preparing programmatic and financial reports according to federal reporting protocols, and act as a grant administrator and fiscal agent during the lifecycle of grants including specific actions involved in pre-award, award and post award phases. They will participate in developing and managing a portfolio of assigned projects. They will regularly carry out responsibilities utilizing independent decision-making and judgment.

This is a professional classification characterized by the responsibility for performing analytical and administrative supportive tasks. Incumbents are expected to possess an understanding of technical and political processes, including federal grants management, military affairs, cybersecurity, military installation resilience, defense industrial base and national security policy. They are required to be able to reason logically, use a variety of analytical techniques and tools to resolve complex issues, and develop and evaluate alternatives to inform decision makers and stakeholder groups. Incumbents will also organize, prepare materials for, participate in, and prepare summaries of policy development and program management meetings.

This position is eligible for telework in accordance with the GO-LUCI Telework Policy.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The positions at GO-LUCI may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the OPR Telework Policy and/or future program need.

All GO-LUCI employees must reside in California upon appointment.

GO-LUCI is located in Sacramento, directly across from the State Capitol.

Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods.

Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)

Daily use of personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

Occasional overnight travel up to 15% may be required.

Occasional extended hours outside of normal working business hours may be required.

Special Requirements

A completed and detailed Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) must be received in the Human Resources Office or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes, Cover Letters, Statement of Qualifications, etc. DO NOT replace the required STD 678.

All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."

For experience and education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that MQs can be determined, you must include all employment history on the STD 678, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Your application package without this information may be disqualified and/or you may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. If it is determined that you do not meet the MQs, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Completed application package (STD 678 and applicable or required documents) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission. For those who must submit their application packages via the postal service, please reference the above Job Control and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s)" section. Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire with STD 678. This page is for examination purposes only.

Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website.

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:

• Superior organizational and time-management skills.

• Excellent financial skills.

• Proven writing skills, strong editing skills and well-written progress reporting skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in the use of modern office software (e.g., Windows, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Professional, Adobe Acrobat, database software, virtual meeting and file sharing platforms); demonstrated advanced level competencies using spreadsheets.

• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects independently, often with tight deadlines.

• Ability to attend to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties.

• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information and records.

Benefits

GO-LUCI employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements.

Some added benefits GO-LUCI offers include:

• 11 paid holidays

• Alternate work schedules

• Flexible work hours

• Hybrid schedule

• Nearby cafes and restaurants

• Walking distance to public transit

For more details about employee benefits, visit the website.

Disclosure Requirements

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete the Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

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.

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