Job Posting: Regulatory and Legislative Specialist
CA Gambling Control Commission
JC-506228
Regulatory and Legislative Specialist
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: 2/9/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
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Job Description And Duties
Under the general direction of the Deputy Director, Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Division, the Regulatory and Legislative Specialist (Analyst III) is responsible for developing and managing the Commission’s complex and politically sensitive regulations (rulemaking) packages throughout the regulatory process, and conducting comprehensive and technical analysis and research related to gambling-related regulations and legislation.
The goal of the Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Division is to build a collaborative, relevant, and proactive regulatory and legislative framework that enables the Commission to make decisions that mitigate risks and ensure the integrity of gambling.
The Regulatory and Legislative Specialist will act as a leader in the Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Division to provide significant independent regulatory and legislative services on an ongoing basis to: (1) independently promulgate complex and politically sensitive regulations packages and (2) conduct specialized research, analysis, and surveys on gambling-related regulations and legislation that are essential to meeting the Commission’s strategic objectives.
Working Conditions
This position is currently a hybrid telework position in accordance with the Commission's Telework policy. Headquarters is located in Sacramento. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The appointee is required to complete a Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-506228
Position #(s):
293-500-5402-001
Working Title:
Regulatory and Legislative Specialist
Classification:
ANALYST III
$6,623.00 - $8,290.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Work Week:
Monday - Friday
Department Information
The California Gambling Control Commission's (Commission) primary responsibility is to regulate gambling activities within the State. Employment with the Commission offers an opportunity to participate in a diverse and innovative organization with skilled and dedicated staff. The Commission is seeking qualified candidates to meet the challenges of this organization.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Commission is committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace. We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds,experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported. We believe all staff should be empowered. The Commission is proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of the Department.
Our Mission: We are committed to protecting the public by ensuring integrity and justice in the controlled gambling industry through effective regulations and fair application of the law.
Our Vision: Enhance public trust in California's regulated gambling industry by prioritizing compliance, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence.
Location/Parking: The Commission is located off of West El Camino Ave.
**PARKING IS FREE**
The state hiring process. Successful applicants will have passed an examination for this classification, or be an existing State Employee with transfer eligibility and will have followed the instructions under the Statement of Qualification and Required Application Package Documents sections.
Electronic applications are highly encouraged although hardcopy applications will be accepted. Hardcopy applications must include the Job Control and Position numbers in the “Explanation” section and be signed and dated.
Exam Information
Individuals Who Are New To State Service Must Have List Eligibility In Order To Gain Employment With Any State Agency. To Obtain List Eligibility For The Anlayst IV Position, You Must First Take The Online Exam:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Search/ExamSearchResults.aspx#kw=Analyst%20III
The Commission may provide hiring preference to LEAP candidates to fill this position. Non-LEAP candidates should still apply.
FINGERPRINTING: Applicants will be fingerprinted for the purpose of obtaining criminal records check.
Department Website: https://www.cgcc.ca.gov
Special Requirements
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED. To be considered for this position, you must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). An SOQ is a narrative discussion of how an applicant’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria below and qualify them for the position.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Responses must be typed in Arial 12-point font, and should not exceed two (2) pages in length;
- Must include applicants first and last name;
- Restate and number each question below before providing response;
- Answer each numbered question below separately; and,
- Be specific with your responses and provide work-related examples.
- Describe your experience critically analyzing public policy and developing recommendations. Please include any experience with legislative analysis, and/or developing regulations. Provide specific examples of your experience that indicate your role(s), duties performed, and outcomes.
- Provide an example of when you oversaw a complex project. What was the issue, with whom did you collaborate during the project, and what was the result?
- Describe your experience making oral presentations and/or leading meetings. Identify the topic(s) and the audience.
Resumes/Cover Letters do not take the place of the SOQ.
The SOQ will be evaluated based on the quality of examples provided with each question. Applications without an SOQ or incomplete SOQ's will be eliminated.
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: 2/9/2026
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:
CA Gambling Control Commission
N/A
Attn: Alaina Lutz
2399 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 220
Sacramento, CA 95833
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
CA Gambling Control Commission
N/A
Alaina Lutz
2399 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 220
Sacramento, CA 95833
09:00 AM - 04:00 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications - (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Application packages received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions above in the “Special Requirements” section 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 SOQ.
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:
The incumbent must have superior analytical skills, oral and written communication skills, excellent judgement, and the ability to maintain positive, professional working relationships with high-level officials and program stakeholders, including representatives from the Tribal gaming and cardroom industries and state and federal agencies. This position requires the incumbent to possess excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of initiative, independence, and originality in performing duties, while keeping the Deputy Director of Legislative and Regulatory Affairs informed on a timely basis of assignment status and potential issues of concern.
Experience in regulations development and legislative analysis is highly desirable. Expert knowledge of the organization, functions, and processes of the Executive and Legislative branches of California State Government is desirable.
Desired Competencies:
- Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders with varying interests to achieve a common goal.
- The ability to negotiate among various stakeholders with differing interests.
- The ability to represent the Commission in a professional manner.
- Knowledge of policy-making and administrative processes, including state and federal legislation and state regulations.
- Attention to detail.
- Knowledge of research methods and survey techniques.
- The ability to prepare and present information clearly, concisely, and accurately.
- The ability to reason logically and creatively, utilizing a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex issues and make recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal direction and supervision, to initiate action independently, and to handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The State of California offers many benefits to its employees. These include health, vision,and dental benefits; retirement plans (CalPERS); savings plans (401K and 457b); leave benefits; insurance (such as group legal insurance and group long term disability insurance); and employee assistance program. Benefits may be based on the job classification, bargaining unit, tenure, time base, and length of appointment. Click the links above to learn more about the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits.
Required Application Package Documents/Information
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:
Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account by 11:59 p.m. on or before the final filing date. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please only submit ONE application. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and
ALL required application documents to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section.
Your standard State Application Form STD 678 must clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility in line item number 12 (explanation) of the STD 678. Appointment is subject to SROA and State surplus policies. Surplus candidates must submit copy of surplus status letter. Applicants
MUST include “Analyst III” in the “Job Titles for Which You Are Applying” box on the Standard State Application (Form STD 678). Applicants
MUST indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, lateral transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Applicants who wish to laterally transfer from another state classification must provide proof that they meet the minimum qualifications for this classification.
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. Do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, salary or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.
PLEASE NOTE: Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the application may be forwarded to the State Personnel Board for review and the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.
If you are basing your eligibility on education, provide your transcripts. Applicants with foreign degrees must provide an official foreign transcript evaluation that indicates coursework is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S. College or University. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial; official transcripts will be required upon appointment. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
Using the online application system as specified in this announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel deliver or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
A Complete Application Package Must Include The Following:
- A description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume (“See Resume”) in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.
- "To" and "From" dates (Month/Day/Year) and total hours worked per week for all employment history listed on the STD. 678.
- Name, address, phone numbers and supervisor contact information of current and former employers for all employment history listed on the STD, 678.
- State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification held (not working titles).
- Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
Failure to provide the information listed above may disqualify you from consideration for this recruitment. Resumes/Cover Letters do not take the place of the SOQ.
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.
