Job Posting: Senior Grants Program Analyst
Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
JC-519758
ANALYST IV
$7,276.00 - $9,107.00 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: 6/7/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
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Job Description and Duties
The Senior Grants Program Analyst leads the implementation of key CalOSBA programs and initiatives including federally funded programs within CalOSBA. This person will define and implement processes, report on and analyze program performance internally and externally, and ensure that all programs are managed in a timely manner and in accordance with both federal and state compliance and reporting requirements.
The incumbent performs the most complex, critical, and specialized functions for the Entrepreneurship & Innovation team. Work outcomes involve operational and policy development issues with departmental impact. The incumbent serves as a project leader on department wide projects; evaluates implementation of new operational processes; researches methods for improving department programs; and develops strategies related to the program area(s). The incumbent is responsible for programs, activities, or projects of the greatest scope, impact, and sensitivity. Incumbents provide consultative services and recommendations to internal and/or external executive level management and serve as a subject matter expert on performance data for CalOSBA. The incumbent works on problems that are undefined or evolving and involve complex and often intangible factors.
This position works under the general direction of the Assistant Deputy Director (Innovation & Entrepreneurship) and indirectly receives direction from the Deputy Director, California Office of Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA).
Travel may be required for mandatory team meetings in the Sacramento headquarters.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
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Hybrid: As a result of the Governor's executive order, GO-Biz employees will be required to come into the office in Sacramento at least four times a week, projected to be effective July 1, 2026.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-519758
Position #(s):
373-102-5403-001
Working Title:
Senior Grants Program Analyst
Classification:
ANALYST IV
$7,276.00 - $9,107.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
GO-Biz
Department Information
The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California's leader for job growth and economic development efforts. GO-Biz offers a range of services to business owners including: attraction, retention and expansion services, site selection, permit streamlining, clearing of regulatory hurdles, small business assistance, international trade development, assistance with state government, and much more.
The GO-Biz is committed to enhancing the workforce to improve California's job growth and economic development efforts, through a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
Special Requirements
Exam Requirements:
Unless you have transfer or reinstatement eligibility, please take the Analyst IV exam to obtain eligibility for this position: CalCareers
Educational Requirements:
If you are using education as your basis of meeting the minimum qualifications, you must provide school transcripts. Diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts. Please review the minimum qualifications by clicking the link under the "Minimum Requirements" section above.
Employment Application:
Interested applicants must fill out the "Employment History" section of the State Application (STD 678) with all relevant experience to be considered for this position. GO-Biz will not review attached resumes in lieu of the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678). Failure to fill out the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678) will result in disqualification
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: 6/7/2026
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.
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:
Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
GO-Biz
Attn: RPA 25-0109
1325 J Street, Suite 1800
Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
GO-Biz
RPA 25-0109
1325 J St.
Suite 1800
Sacramento, CA 95814
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:
What experience do you have in development, management and administration of federal grants, including expereince drafting grant applications, Request for Proposals (SFPs)/Request for Applications(RFAs), grantee contracts and other funding opportunities?
Describe a time you were required to analyze information and provide a recommendation. What steps did you take to analyze the information and present the recommendation? What was the outcome?
Describe a time when you had to provide technical or programmatic information to a customer or stakeholder. Include information on steps taken, resources used to communicate effectively with the customer and the outcome.
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.
Benefits
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:
Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
Work life balance (most positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually - specific accrual rates can be found here).
Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc.)
Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS
Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Commute Program
Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)
Employee Assistance Program
Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
ScholarShare (college savings account)
On-the-job training and professional development
Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards
Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees!
Salary
In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). Under this program, employees' monthly base pay is reduced in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025. The specific rate of pay reduction and corresponding leave credits are determined by the employee's bargaining unit and classification. Please refer to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website here for details regarding the applicable PLP 2025 provisions. The salary listed in this job advertisement does not reflect the pay reduction or corresponding leave credits associated with PLP 2025, which remains in effect through June 30, 2027.
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.