Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Refer to the job description and duties, and duty statement to prepare your response. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ and writing that exceeds the page limit will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, applicants can have 3 pages maximum but 2 pages are “desired”.
Please write your SOQ to address the following three questions:- Describe in detail your experience working on a team responsible for performing a challenging task or solving a challenging issue. In your response, address the following:• Briefly provide background of the issue. • Describe in detail your approach in addressing the issue • What quantitative or qualitative analyses was used to handle the issue? • What were the end results? • What would you have done differently?
- Describe in detail, a situation where you had to defend your recommendation on a technical, financial, regulatory, or policy issue. In your response, address the following:• Briefly provide background of the issue. • Describe in detail your approach in addressing the issue • What quantitative or qualitative analyses was used to drive your recommendation? • What were the end results? • Upon conclusion of your recommendation, What would you have done differently?
- Describe in detail, a project or assignment where you had to coordinate the work of others. In your response, address the following:• Briefly provide background of the project or assignment- What were the forms of communication used for coordination? How did you measure effectiveness of the team's progress on assignments? What were the end results? • What would you have done differently?
For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide.
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Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline.
Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org
Employment information on the STD 678 state application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
