The Position is headquartered in Sacramento.
Under direction of the Staff Services Manager II (Integrated Communications Manager), and in close coordination with the Creative Services Manager (Staff Services Manager I), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst serves as the California Department of Aging’s (CDA) Multimedia Content & Design Coordinator. The incumbent independently leads and independently manages the planning, development, and execution of high-quality visual and written content to support CDA’s public education efforts, stakeholder engagement, and cross-departmental initiatives. The position plays a central role in ensuring content reflects brand and messaging strategy, aligns with accessibility standards, and resonates with diverse audiences. This role supports both routine and high-profile projects and contributes to the professional creative identity of the department.
Please ensure your application is complete with detailed job descriptions/tasks performed, employment beginning and ending date information, and hours worked per week. If you are using education to meet one of the patterns of the minimum qualifications, please upload a copy of your degree or transcripts with your application package. To be considered for this position you must provide a completed application, resume, cover letter, and Statement of Qualifications (SQQ). (if applicable)
New to state candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of the alternate salary range when applicable. Placement to alternate range may be based on education or experience identified in your state applicati on.
Examination Information
Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Aging must apply and compete through the State recruitment process (). Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.
To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement:
If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Aging, please contact the Human Resources Branch at Careers@aging.ca.gov
You will find additional information about the job in the .
This position is hybrid and eligible for telework up to three days a week, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
The physical work location of the position is designated at the department's headquarters location, a three-story building and standard office modular workspace located in Natomas. The duties of the position require sitting for long periods of time while using a personal computer, reviewing documents, and attending meetings whether they are digital (i.e., Zoom, WebEx, MS Teams, etc.) or in person .\Up to 5% travel may be required within the state of California.
This position is designated under the . 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 within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.
Do NOT include ANY confidential information to your application on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, medical information, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of the applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file and appeal with the State Personnel Board.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.
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:
In addition to competitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, our employees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access to programs and services that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout California.
To learn more benefits for State employees, visit the page on the CalHR website.
CDA is located close to downtown and is easily accessible from various main thoroughfares (i.e., Interstate-5 and Interstate-80). Employees enjoy a great team environment with amenities including: FREE PARKIN G and close to various dining and shopping choices in the Natomas area.
The Statement of Qualifications’ (SOQ) purpose is to introduce questions that require a narrative response on how an applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the qualifications for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.
For assistance in completing the SOQ, you may wish to watch the following video: Basics of Writing a Strong Statement of Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.
DISCLAIMER:All applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that clearly and concisely addresses the questions below. The SOQ should be no more than two pages , typed in 12-point font. Responses should demonstrate your ability to communicate clearly, organize information, and, where applicable, apply analytical thinking to your work.
Please respond to the following:
1. Multimedia and Graphic Design Experience Describe your experience producing visual and multimedia content—including graphic design, video production, or motion graphics. What tools do you use, and how have you ensured your materials are aligned with brand, accessibility, or messaging standards? Please submit a link to your portfolio or demo reel.
2. Content Development and Campaign Execution Provide an example of a communications project or campaign you contributed to. What was your role in shaping the content or visual approach? How did your work help meet audience needs or strategic goals?
3. Project Management and Collaboration Share how you manage creative timelines and collaborate with others (e.g., program staff, leadership, translators, or external partners). How do you ensure that deliverables are on time, on brand, and accessible?
4. Data-Driven and Inclusive Communication Explain how you’ve used analytics, user feedback, or SEO insights to inform your content or design choices. How do you approach creating inclusive materials for diverse audiences?
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:
A Statement of Qualification is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications Instructions" section below for specific requirements.
Cover Letter: In addition to the STD. 678 and resume, please submit a Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter. The Cover Letter must be one page, typed, single-spaced, in Arial 12-point font.
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