Job Description
The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Associate Analyst in Policy and Research, Executive Office. The Associate Analyst position is a temporary, full-time, limited term assignment for a duration of no more than about a year and two months, and no later than June 30, 2027, contingent on the availability of funds. The Judicial Council’s Policy and Research Office works in collaboration with the Judicial Council and the courts to identify and develop research and policy agendas on emerging, immediate, and long-term issues integral to the judicial branch. In close partnership with other Judicial Council offices, the courts, and other stakeholders, Policy and Research coordinates, promotes, and supports the advancement of these research and policy agendas with the public and with California’s executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The Associate Analyst reports directly to the Principal Advisor. Primary responsibilities include data collection and preparing reports to the Legislature. The Associate Analyst will be responsible for collecting data relating to immigration, court reporter staffing and the use of remote hearing technology. The Associate Analyst will also be responsible for coordinating with other Judicial Council offices in preparing reports to the Legislature. The Judicial Council The Judicial Council of California is the policy setting body for the state court system and has constitutionally conferred statewide rule-making authority. This authority includes developing, advocating for, and allocating the judicial branch budget. A majority of Council members are California state justices and judges; however, the Council also includes lawyers, legislators, and court administrators. By enhancing its role as a leadership, knowledge, and service resource for the judicial branch, the Judicial Council’s staff organization seeks to continue to evolve as one of California’s most dynamic public service entities, focused on improving access to justice for all Californians by innovating and responding to the changing needs of the courts and the public. As a government body charged with improving the statewide administration of justice, the Judicial Council has multiple offices with diverse responsibilities relating to court policy and operations. As employees of the council, every member of staff should view and approach their work as one Judicial Council with a public service mission that is greater than the sum of its parts. The Judicial Council strives for work-life balance, including substantial vacation and holiday time. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending, up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs, and retirement savings plans. In Sacramento, the office is located minutes from downtown, just north of Discovery Park. The Judicial Council offers hybrid work arrangements for many positions. The successful candidate will be expected to work in person at the Judicial Council’s Sacramento office at least two days per week, based on their office leader’s direction, and reside in the areas surrounding this location. To be eligible for Judicial Council employment and participation in the Judicial Council’s Hybrid Work Program, a prospective or current employee’s primary residence/remote work location must be in the State of California and within a 150-mile driving radius of their assigned reporting location. Responsibilities Support immigration related data collection and tracking, as well as corresponding training. Gather, collect, and analyze data and prepare the annual report to the Legislature on the use of remote technology in court proceedings. Help collect data and prepare the two semi-annual reports to the Legislature on the purchase of electronic recording equipment. Help maintain the automated court reporter recruitment, retention, and attrition dynamic dashboard and related factsheet. Assist with Task Force and Working Group meetings, including helping with scheduling, drafting agendas, and maintaining documentation. Prepare submissions by the Policy and Research Office for the Two-Week Advance report. Prepare submissions by the Policy and Research Office for the Administrative Director’s Report. Assist in managing the Office’s web content, including on the Hub and court reporter dashboard. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree, preferably in public administration, research methodology, business administration, communication, or a directly related field that would provide the knowledge and skills necessary for the assigned area. An additional four (4) years of professional experience as noted above may substitute for the bachelor’s degree. O