ANALYST II

Job Posting: Appeal Board Analyst II

Department of Industrial Relations

JC-515505

• Appeal Board Analyst II

ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month

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

Final Filing Date: 5/1/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

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Job Description and Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serving as HR liaison between HR and WCAB and as Attendance Reporting Officer.
• Managing the WCAB's physical and digital law library and online attorney staff research tools.
• Maintaining an expense-tracking system for actual and anticipated fiscal year expenditures.
• Monitoring, evaluating, analyzing, and making recommendations regarding continuing upgrade of office automation systems and computerization for the WCAB to ensure productivity office-wide.
• Formulating methods to compile, compute, and tabulate statistical information for the WCAB.
• Maintaining procedures for, and managing collection of, sanctions and contempt fines imposed by workers' compensation judges payable to the WCAB.
• Administratively, coordinating adoption, amendment or rescission of the WCAB Rules of Practice and Procedure.
• Acting as the WCAB's ergonomics coordinator and web liaison.
• Coordinating office moves and clean ups.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this Analyst II job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4815

To be considered for this Analyst I job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4774

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

Working Conditions

This office is located at: 455 Golden Gate Ave, Suite 9328, San Francisco CA 94102.

This is a full-time position at the Reconsideration Unit, located in an office environment in the 14-story State office building in San Francisco, California. This unit is currently located on the 9th floor. The incumbent works in a cubicle in close proximity to others. The position requires being in a stationary position for long periods of time and work extensively on computers, scanners, copiers, telephones, faxes, and/or shredders as necessary for processing work, drafting email communication, and other purposes. Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ANALYST II
• ANALYST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-515505

Position #(s):

400-330-5393-054

400-330-5393-010

Working Title:

Appeal Board Analyst II

Classification:

ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A

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

Shall Consider:

ANALYST I

$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A

$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B

$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C

# of Positions:

2

Work Location:

San Francisco County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers.

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) is the statewide administrative law court of appeal for workers' compensation cases and decides appeals filed by aggrieved parties and their attorneys from decisions issued by workers' compensation judges (WCJs) throughout California. The staff for the WCAB play a critical role in the WCAB's day-to-day functioning.

The Appeals Board provides a vital role in the workers' compensation system, which impacts injured workers and employers statewide. State of California health coverage and other benefits are comprehensive and compare favorably to the private sector.

Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages maybe submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov/ Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions" section below and ensure the following:

Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number 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 Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.

• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Department Website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

In order to apply for this position, you must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) responsive to the specific questions below in addition to the Standard State Application (STD 678) form. Applications received without a SOQ will be rejected. Resumes will be accepted but may not be submitted in lieu of the SOQ. Responses to the SOQ will be competitively scored. The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Ariel font, double-spaced and be 1 page at a minimum and no more than 2 pages in length. Applicants who do not follow the formatting requirements and / or do not provide responsive answers to both specific questions below may be disqualified. Please respond providing detailed, concise, and complete information, including examples and explain how your professional experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the qualifications of this position. The questions should be listed in numerical format with the answers following:

1. Describe your experience related to the legal system and how this experience has prepared or qualified you for this role.

2. Describe your experience and/or education with administrative and analytical services unique to the legal system.

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: 5/1/2026

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 Industrial Relations

Cert Mailing Address Sacramento

Attn: Human Resources/Certs Unit

1416 9th Street, 13th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Industrial Relations

Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento

Human Resources/Certs Unit

1416 9th Street, 13th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:00 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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

Please see Special requirements section of the posting for instructions on the Statement of Qualifications.

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:

• Demonstrated ability to reason logically and creatively and to utilize a variety of analytical and research techniques to resolve complex problems.
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues and recommend effective courses of action.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, while successfully meeting deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with others.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Experience in dealing with various levels of management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with privacy requirements and Departmental policies.
• Excellent organizational skills to prioritize work assignments or projects
• Excellent follow-up skills to ensure work assignments or projects are completed in a timely manner
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Fi$Cal, Salesforce, ECOS, FILEMAKER and other databases)

The incumbent is expected to maintain confidentiality at all times due to the access to sensitive information and the nature of the work performed. The incumbent must have the ability to follow the policies and procedures of the WCAB, work with staff at all levels, be dependable, and communicate effectively to complete work assignments.

Benefits

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

The location of the building for our main physical office our main office is located in San Francisco, approximately two blocks from the Civic Center BART station and close to multiple other public transit lines. Benefits include transportation reimbursement to support employee use of BART or other public transit systems. Teleworking is available.

Contact Information

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

Department Website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:

Certifications Unit

(800) 564-0771

cert@dir.ca.gov

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:

Diversity and Inclusion Office

(916) 559-6999

DIO@dir.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey

DIR Mission and Core Values

Our mission is to protect and improve the welfare and working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR is also committed to ensuring that all employers comply with labor laws in California to support a fair and thriving business environment.

Integrity - We fulfill the promise of our mission through fair, honest and ethical behavior.

Service - We are committed to responsibly serving the public and value their trust.

Respect - We treat others with dignity, courtesy and consideration.

Quality - We take pride in providing the public with accurate and timely services.

Transparency - We conduct ourselves with openness and accountability in all aspects of our work.

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.