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The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation is recruiting for 2, Permanent, Full-time Analyst I positions within the Escrow and Mortgage Lending Office, Escrow Unit. This position is to be located in the Los Angeles office. This recruitment may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of these positions within the next 180 days.
Under the supervision of the Financial Institutions Manager of Escrow Law Licensing Unit, the Analyst I reviews and assists with the analysis of information contained in license applications and amendments, updates internal database system for employment applications and address change applications, and follows annual report procedures to receive annual reports. The Analyst I also performs data entry, updates fingerprint clearances, prepares weekly and monthly statistical reports for licensing management, and communicates with licensees, attorneys, CPAs, and the public.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This job requires reporting on site, however, telework may be available once established.
Los Angeles Location:
The Los Angeles office is located in the heart of the downtown financial district within walking distance to restaurants, transit, multiple parking options.
Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each full-time employee shall receive a reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the reduction in pay.
SEIU Bargaining units (1, 3, 4, 11, 14, 15, 17, 20, 21) will receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 per month.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ANALYST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-523990
Position #(s):
410-123-5157-321
410-123-5157-345
Working Title:
Escrow Licensing Analyst
Classification:
ANALYST I $3,861.00 - $6,464.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) protects consumers and oversees financial service providers and products. The DFPI supervises the operations of state-licensed financial institutions, including banks, credit unions and money transmitters. Additionally, the DFPI licenses and regulates a variety of financial service providers, including securities brokers and dealers, investment advisers, payday lenders and other consumer finance lenders. The DFPI offers benefit packages, competitive salary, a robust training program and opportunities for advancement .
Department Website: https://dfpi.ca.gov/
Special Requirements

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

The position requires incumbents pass a Background Investigation prior to being hired. The Background Investigation may include Criminal Background, Fingerprinting, and a review of any governmental records. In addition, other available sources of background information may be reviewed prior to appointment.
FINGERPRINT
Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DFPI's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.
Additional Filing Instructions:

• You are encouraged to apply electronically through your CalCareers account.
• If applying with a hard copy application, please reference " J C-523990 /RPA# EMLO 26-175 " in the Job Title section of your State application in order to be considered for this vacancy.
• Hard copy applications not received or postmarked by 5:00 pm on the final filing date will not be accepted.
• Emailed and faxed applications will not be accepted.

Do not provide any personal identifying information on the documents (Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Professional Career Platforms, etc.) you submit with your application. Additionally, do not complete or submit the Equal Employment Opportunity, page 10 of the Std. 678 with your application page. The EEO page is for examination use only. Furthermore, do not provide any LEAP information with your application package.
Please see the attached Class Specification. All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the classification they are applying for. Minimum qualifications (MQ's) will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
Interested applicants using education to meet minimum qualification must include a copy of their complete transcripts showing completion of required coursework. Foreign Degrees must provide Degree Evaluation to verify U.S. equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at: Evaluation of Foreign Degrees - United States Department of State .
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: 8/24/2026
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:
Department of Financial Protection and Innovation
N/A
Attn: Denise Gutierrez
Human Resources Office
651 Bannon St Suite 300
Sacramento , CA 95811
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Financial Protection and Innovation
N/A
Denise Gutierrez
Human Resources Office
651 Bannon St Suite 300
Sacramento , CA 95811
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:

• 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 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" section below for specific requirements.

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.
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:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills to define problems.
• Ability to develop solutions
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Experience working with deadlines to complete work assignments
Benefits
State employees may be eligible for health, dental, vision and leave benefits, as well as retirement programs and other benefits. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements, which are contracts negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define employees' wages, hours and conditions of employment. Other possible benefits include:

• Alternate Work Schedules
• Telework
• Reimbursement Accounts

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). The SOQ must be no more than two page(s) in length, single-spaced, using Arial 12-point font and must have the applicant's first and last name and Statement of Qualifications in the upper left corner.
Application packages received without a SOQ may not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and Supplemental Applications do not take the place of the SOQ.
Please respond the following question s:
1. Describe your education, on-the job experience and job related training that has prepared you to perform the duties of an analyst, including specific skills or qualities that you feel will make you successful in this role.
2. Describe a time where you made a mistake or error and explain what steps you took to correct the situation and ensure similar occurrences would be avoided in the future.
Examination Information
Applicants will need to take and pass the Analyst I exam/assessment to be eligible to apply for vacant Analyst I positions. Please visit: CalCareers
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.