Bay Area and Central Coast Regional Business ...

The Bay Area and Central Coast Regional Business Development Manager functions at the expert journey level and is responsible for performing activities of the greatest scope, impact, and sensitivity. The incumbent will receive general direction from the Associate Deputy Director, of the California Business Investment Services (CalBIS) unit, and general program direction from the Deputy Director of Business Development. This position serves as a subject matter expert and is responsible for performing duties that are the most complex, critical, and specialized for the greater Bay Area and Central Coast regions, which can include, but is not limited to, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Venture and more. This position and will act as back-up/assist with surrounding counties when necessary. Although this position is remote, in-person hybrid work is required within the Bay Area and Central Coast regions. In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). Under this program, employees' monthly base pay is reduced in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025. The specific rate of pay reduction and corresponding leave credits are determined by the employee's bargaining unit and classification. Please refer to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website here for details regarding the applicable PLP 2025 provisions. The salary listed in this job advertisement does not reflect the pay reduction or corresponding leave credits associated with PLP 2025, which remains in effect through June 30, 2027. Please take this 5-minute GO-Biz Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job: GO-Biz Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions Remote: this position is eligible for a full-time telework schedule under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California but may require reporting in-person at headquarters in Sacramento upon request. Travel within the region for operational needs is required. #li-remote Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ANALYST IV Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-508911 Position #(s): 373-101-5403-XXX Working Title: Bay Area and Central Coast Regional Business Development Analyst Classification: ANALYST IV $7,276.00 - $9,107.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Santa Clara County Telework: Telework Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California's leader for job growth and economic development efforts . GO-Biz offers a range of services to business owners including: attraction, retention and expansion services, site selection, permit streamlining, clearing of regulatory hurdles, small business assistance , international trade development, assistance with state government, and much more. The GO-Biz is committed to enhancing the workforce to improve California's job growth and economic development efforts, through a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Department Website: Special Requirements Exam Requirements: Unless you have transfer or reinstatement eligibility, please take the Analyst IV exam to obtain eligibility for this position: Educational Requirements: If you are using education as your basis of meeting the minimum qualifications, you must provide school transcripts. Diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts. Please review the minimum qualifications by clicking the link under the "Minimum Requirements" section above. Employment Application: Interested applicants must fill out the "Employment History" section of the?State Application (STD 678) with all relevant experience to be considered for this position. GO-Biz will not review attached resumes in lieu of the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678). Failure to fill out the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678) will result in disqualification. Statement of Qualifications: All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager's review. Please review the Required Application Package Documents for instructions. Failure to upload a SOQ responding to the information requested may result in disqualification. 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: 3/2/2026 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 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: Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) GO-Biz Attn: Human Resources RPA 25-0081 1325 J Street, Suite 1800 Sacramento , CA 95814 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) GO-Biz Human Resources RPA 25-0081 1325 J Street, Suite 1800 Sacramento , CA 95814 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 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 - Interested individuals must submit a SOQ. The SOQ must be in 12-point font, single-spaced, and no more than 2 page(s) in length. The SOQ must address the following in numerical order; do not consolidate responses: California has a new economic development initiative, called the Jobs First Blueprint, that will direct resources and priorities for the state's economic development moving forward. Please explain how your specific work history and experience can help GO-Biz achieve its economic development goals. Why do you think managing relationships as well as data revolving around the needs of businesses in California is important Why does the Bay Area and Central Coast region need economic development in 2026 and beyond? 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: Knowledge of: • Economic development strategies, organizational management, human resources, business financing, business taxation, environmental regulations, local government finance, and commercial/industrial real estate development. • Federal, state and local programs applicable to business and job development. • Principles of consensus building and strategies for directing highly sensitive business development projects. • Statewide workforce and economic development trends and issues. • Techniques used in researching and analyzing business development opportunities. • Principles and practices of program management. Ability to: • Work independently with only general oversight. • Develop policy, conduct and implement strategic planning, and evaluate programs. • Write reports, proposals, and analyses. • Continuously able to log activities and reports in Salesforce. • Work cooperatively and in coordination with agency staff, state and federal agencies, and local organizations. • Promote and educate businesses and regional partners about GO-Biz and other relevant state initiatives. • Plan and conduct meetings, conferences and seminars, and make presentations at public events. • Assume responsibility for the most complex, sensitive consulting projects of a multi-issue, multi-jurisdictional, highly regulated or environmentally sensitive nature. Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team ! The State of California offers a generous benefits package. Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees! Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: Human Resources Contact: Ashley Faison (916) 245-8681 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) 319-9367 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. Salary IN MOST CASES, ALL NEW TO STATE EMPLOYEES MUST START AT THE MINIMUM OF THE POSTED SALARY RANGE. 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.

Created: 2026-03-04