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ANALYST III
CA High Speed Rail Authority
ANALYST III
$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 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: 5/12/2026
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the Supervisor II, the Analyst III shall lead the California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) expenditure review of monthly budget adjustments and change orders, production of monthly reports, and provide forecasting analysis of monthly spending and accruals for the multibillion-dollar high-speed rail project. Duties include monthly written reports for the Capital Outlay Report and the Funding Contribution Plan, validation of the monthly cost report, budget adjustments, funding allocations, and spend-to-date. The Analyst III regularly meets with program managers and liaisons to discuss a variety of reports and prepares and reviews various levels of researched-based analysis for upper management and executives.
Working Conditions
Part-time telework is available for this position for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options.
While working on site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled cubicle which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. Incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and video display terminal and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. Employee must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Employees may be required to travel outside of their workstation to perform general tasks.
Position Details
Department Information
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey.
Completing this survey is not required to be considered for this vacancy.
Department Website: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/
Special Requirements
2. Describe a project where you had to pivot your financial models—such as building a new reconciliation process or a budget tracker—in response to a contract amendment. Please detail how you adjusted your tracking logic and how these changes ensured continued fiscal oversight.
Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered in the place of the SOQ. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, website searches, and third-party reviewers can be helpful in researching responses to the SOQ; however, by submitting your application for this position, you understand and acknowledge the SOQ you submit is your own work, in your own words, and accurately reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. Submitting an SOQ that is not your own may be cause for disqualification from the hiring process.
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: 5/12/2026Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to apply. Please see above “Special Requirements” section for SOQ instructions.
Desirable Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related degree.
- Extensive analytical experience in the finance and accounting fields.
- Computer proficiency and knowledge of various computer software applications/databases, the internet and Microsoft Office; Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel expertise.
- Experience presenting fiscal reports and information effectively both orally and in writing.
- Experience with database construction and pivot tables, data management, and data integrity.
- Strong communication skills and experience working and communicating with various levels of staff, external parties, and the public.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
- Reconciliation experience.
- Experience with auditing and reviewing expenditures and forecasts.
- Experience with governmental accounting, budgeting, funding sources and uses, adjustments, and reallocations.
- Knowledge of the uniform accounting system and financial organization and procedures of the State of California and related laws, rules, and regulations.
- Experience with general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Experience with project budgeting.
- Knowledge of financial management and financial analysis.
- Experience with project accounting.
- Experience with preparation of financial reports and funding forecasts.
- Experience with process improvement methodologies.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 669-6606
Recruitment@hsr.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:EEO Office
(916) 324-1541
eeo@hsr.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.
Application Information
If applying via postal mail or by dropping off your application, applicants must include JC-516435 and Budget Allocation and Cost Analyst, 311-320-5402-001 in the 'Job Title' section of the STD. 678 to be considered for this position. Please indicate on the STD 678 your basis of eligibility in the "Explanations" field (i.e. SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible.)
Surplus/SROA candidates must provide a copy of their surplus/SROA letter with their application. Consideration may be given to applicants on another Department's employment list, provided the criteria are met to transfer the eligibility from the employment list to the Authority's employment list. Training and Development assignments are not being considered at this time.
Location
The High-Speed Rail Authority headquarters building is located in downtown Sacramento on the corner of 8th and L Street. We are located one block away from the 8th and Capitol light rail stop, as well as the 7th and Capitol light rail stop. The building is also within walking distance of DOCO, the California State Capitol Park, a farmer’s market during summer months, and Old Sacramento.
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.
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