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Job Description and Duties

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About the Job - Join our team as a Systems Analyst! Are you looking for an exciting career in a dynamic and collaborative environment? Are you a problem solver with strong analytical skills? The Franchise Tax Board's (FTB) Enterprise Applications Analysis Services Section is seeking a new analyst to join our team!  We're looking for a Data Governance Analyst who will make a difference in our team as together we solve enterprise problems with meaningful solutions! In this role you will be responsible for performing independently on information technology (IT) systems, problems and analysis activities. The analyst will ensure the Enterprise Data to Revenue (EDR) system is aligned and compliant with Data Governance policies, Enterprise Data Advisory Team (EDAT) standards and data management practices to acquire, administer and consume data which will maximize the value of enterprise assets. As the Data Governance Analyst must have the knowledge to identify, analyze, and evaluate data; think logically and creatively to develop plans; solve problems; make recommendations; and support business functions. They should have the knowledge to develop and maintain test scenarios, test scripts, test data, and validate test results to expected outcomes. The analyst serves as a technical point of contact with departmental teams and completes studies and reports for existing programs used by the business.

In this role, you will:

• Perform basic data analysis and reporting to support decision-making and problem-solving across different departments and functions.
• Assist with day-to-day data governance activities. Key responsibilities include creating data standards, managing metadata and data lineage, and fostering a culture of data stewardship to ensure data is trustworthy.
• Create and update system specifications, change requirements, and other documentation following various Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
• Be responsible for testing and ensuring system quality by designing, creating, and executing test cases/scripts. Identify, log, verify bugs/defects, and perform functional, regression, and system testing to ensure system meet defined standards before release.
• Provide production technical support and coordination for data integration services and programs within FTB.
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in data and make recommendations based on your findings.
• Communicate and present your analysis results to various levels of stakeholders in both written and verbal form.
• Attend and/or facilitate meetings with business and technical partners.
• Provide training and instruction to co-workers and new hires.

Additional positions may become available (RPA 2526-02371).

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Working Conditions

About the Technology Services Division (TSD) The mission of TSD is to securely deliver and support information technology solutions and services essential to the success of the FTB’s mission. By acting on our TSD mission, we will realize our vision of a collaborative and diverse team of IT experts who further innovation and empower our business partners to accomplish their goals.  Read more  about FTB .  Learn more about other FTB technical roles  at this FTB microsite . Need help understanding the hiring process or have questions about FTB? We'd love to talk to you! Before applying, read through these  step by step instructions to apply, or contact us at IT.Recruit@ftb.ca.gov . Please include the job control (JC) number and the position title in the subject line.

• This position  is eligible for limited remote working within California based on departmental guidelines and operational need. FTB has a minimum in-office requirement of two days per week for all positions including those that are eligible for telework. This is subject to change.

• Interview will be conducted in person.

• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship, now or in the future .

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to .

CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 172: All candidates for, appointees to, and employees in the state civil service shall possess the general qualifications of integrity, honesty, sobriety, dependability, industry, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, courtesy, ability to work cooperatively with others, willingness and ability to assume the responsibilities and to conform to the conditions of work characteristic of the employment, and a state of health, consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. Where the position requires the driving of an automobile, the employee must have a valid state driver's license, a good driving record and is expected to drive the car safely. The foregoing general qualifications shall be deemed to be a part of the personal characteristics of the minimum qualifications of each class specification and need not be specifically set forth therein.

**IMPORTANT NOTICE** As required by the department's rules of conduct, all employees of the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) must be in compliance with the California Revenue and Taxation Code. During the background investigation portion of the hiring process, FTB will review return information to verify California state income tax compliance.  Any failure to comply with the California Revenue and Taxation Code may prevent you from being hired at FTB. You must verify your filing status by calling 1-800-852-5711 to resolve any potential tax compliance issues, prior to submitting your application and seeking employment with FTB. All applicants not currently employed with the Franchise Tax Board will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice to disclose criminal records. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing or speech impairments, call TTY/TDD (800) 735-2929.

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:

We encourage applications regardless of whether you think you meet 100% of these skills below. Please highlight your knowledge, skills, and experience related to the below desirable qualifications in your application package.

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements”.

• Knowledge of FTB's organizational structure, business program areas, technology architecture, tax systems, applications, processes, and/or functions.
• Knowledge of Extensible Markup Language (XML) and transformations.
• Knowledge of Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) processes and techniques.
• Knowledge of data reporting techniques, such as data tables, graphs, charts, and statistical methods.
• Knowledge in planning, organizing, and managing multiple simultaneous workloads, priorities and/or deliverables.
• Knowledge in coordinating work between multiple teams or individuals.
• Knowledge in developing system documentation such as requirements, specifications, presentations, policies, procedures, graphical diagrams, mock-ups, test cases, scripts and/or training materials.
• Knowledge in working within the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including requirements gathering & analysis, developing, testing, training, and implementation.
• Knowledge in researching and troubleshooting technical issues, identifying and recommending potential solutions.
• Knowledge in tracking/managing assigned work in Azure DevOps Team Foundation Server (TFS) or a similar task-tracking system, such as JIRA.
• Knowledge in Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), such as IBM DB2, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint, Teams, Visio, and Word.
• Knowledge in writing, running, and/or performance tuning Structured Query Language (SQL) queries.
• Knowledge in facilitating design review sessions, team meetings, Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions, and/or educational workshops/trainings with business and/or technical partners.
• Ability to handle changing priorities and work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize tasks to ensure deadlines are met.
• Knowledge of information technology principles and best practices.
• Experience demonstrating collaboration and negotiation skills with business and technical staff.
• Excellent customer service skills to resolve issues effectively and efficiently.

Benefits

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

In addition, Franchise Tax Board offers the following:

• Convenient transportation and commuting options include : Light Rail stop, bicycle lockers, free parking, and carpool/vanpool opportunities

Additional Application Instructions

A complete application package must be received in the Classification & Hiring Unit or postmarked by the final filing date and must include:

• Completed employment information on the STD. 678, including  the “From” and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week,” and “Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” fields (resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678)
• All of the required documents listed in the “Required Application Package Documents” section 
• The position number and job control number in the job title line of the STD. 678, if submitting a paper application package (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title line of the STD. 678 if submitting an electronic application through your CalCareer Account )
• A signature, if submitting a paper application package

Candidates who do not follow all of the listed application instructions may be eliminated from the selection process. All submitted information will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section.

Do not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

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 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.
• Other -

  REQUIRED: If you are basing your eligibility on educational requirements, you MUST provide a legible copy of your transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirement as listed in the Classification Specification (please see the Class Specification located under “Minimum Requirements” on the left-hand side of this job posting). Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a foreign transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts may be official or unofficial; please redact birthdates and social security numbers. If you are not basing your eligibility on an educational requirement, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).

• Supplemental Application -

  In order to be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a supplemental application. Your response must be no more than one type-written page in length, using 12-point font, 1-inch standard margins and include your first and last name in the upper right-hand corner of the page. Respond to the following supplemental statement(s): 
  

  1. What knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) do you possess that will help you be successful in this position?
  2. How will you use these KSAs to collaborate daily with team members and contribute to the success of the team?

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