The CalSTRS Investments Branch is seeking an experienced individual to work as an Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) on the Real Estate team.
The Real Estate units' primary objective is to provide stable cash flow and generate an enhanced yield while providing total fund diversification and an inflation hedge. Real Estate partners with best-in-class managers with common goals to create a portfolio of high quality assets. The portfolio includes allocations to core, value add and opportunistic risk strategies across property types globally.
Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I, the AGPA operates as the Real Estate Support Analyst and is responsible for performing the more responsible, varied, and complex technical analytical staff services assignments to support the Real Estate Unit.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills :
- Experience coordinating high-volume domestic and international travel using Concur, BusinessDirect or other travel coordinating software
- Ability to review financial reports and present information to management
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management
- Experience providing support with recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process
- Experience in preparing reports, presentations, memos and reviewing documents and reports
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information entrusted to this position
- Ability to work independently and across divisions and units, as well as a member of a team
- Dedicated and dependable team player with effective organizational and time management skills
- Experience and ability to provide strong customer service to internal and external stakeholders, especially when dealing with complex issues
- Ability to prioritize and complete assignments to meet critical deadlines
- Highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and a high degree of integrity
- Exhibits professional demeanor, and the ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations
- Ability to work in fast paced, high volume atmosphere
Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.
Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the Application Instructions section below and apply now.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions CalSTRS offers a hybrid approach with staff working on-site at our Headquarters in West Sacramento 2-3 days per week.
All staff of CalSTRS are employees of the State of California and subject to California employment taxes and withholdings. Upon appointment, staff are required to provide a current California address to CalSTRS Human Resources to be used as a remote work location.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment with CalSTRS.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code :
JC-474208
Position (s):
-018
Working Title:
Real Estate Support Analyst
Classification:
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST $5,855.00 - $7,549.00
of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Yolo County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information CalSTRS: Securing the financial future and sustaining the trust of California's educators
CalSTRS is the largest educator-only pension fund in the world, providing retirement, disability and survivor benefits to California's more than 1 million public school educators and their families. The Investments Branch manages a portfolio that is broadly diversified into seven asset categories with assets totaling approximately $349.5 billion as of March 31, 2025. In 2024, the CalSTRS Investments Branch was named one of the Best Places to Work in Money Management by the Pensions & Investments magazine for the tenth time since 2013.
CalSTRS is committed to setting best practice precedents, implementing innovative diversity and inclusion principles, motivating positive change, and advancing the worlds investment markets. We do this by establishing collaborative relationships across a vast network of investment managers, portfolio companies and industry associations in order to maximize returns and leverage opportunities for positive change.
Our two U.S. Green Building LEED Platinum-certified headquarters buildings in West Sacramento, California, feature sustainable construction, abundant natural lighting, an organic garden, sustainable beekeeping and ergonomic functionally designed workspaces. We offer a variety of on-site amenities to our team members, including two full-service cafés, two free fitness centers, a bicycle rental library and a child care center with a covered playground. Team members enjoy walks along the Sacramento River and nearby seasonal farmers markets.
In addition to our state-of-the-art amenities, we offer thriving wellness and sustainability programs, an award-winning employee recognition program, and ongoing training, learning and development opportunities. We offer competitive benefits, flexible work hours and hybrid work options. We are committed to creating a workplace where our team members thrive.
If you're looking for a rewarding career and are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, expertise and wellness are valued, we encourage you to find out more about our many career options at .
Special Requirements Statement of Qualifications
Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to the standard state application (form STD 678). Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to an interview. When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain all answers thoroughly. Your SOQ should not exceed two pages, single-spaced, 12-point Calibri font and address the following questions:
Describe what training and/or work experience you have that has prepared you for the day-to-day responsibilities of this position as outlined in the Duty Statement. Describe how you manage your workload and stay organized when handling competing priorities. What tools and resources do you use to ensure you meet all the deadlines? How do you communicate workload updates to your team and customers? Exam
This position requires a current Associate Governmental Program Analyst examination . If you need to take the examination or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.
CalSTRS Personal Trading Program
Investment Branch employees are required to participate in the CalSTRS Personal Trading Program which allows CalSTRS to monitor employees' personal trading transactions in order to reduce risks associated with insider trading, front running, and misusing material non-public information. Upon accepting a position within the Investment Branch, you will be required to disclose your personal broker account information and be required to utilize a personal broker from a designated list as provided by CalSTRS.
Background Investigation
Prior to employment with CalSTRS, a background investigation (BI) will be conducted. The BI consists of a Personal History Statement and fingerprinting through the Department of Justice. The BI will check criminal and civil records and, if applicable, verify education and check driving records.
CalSTRS Disclosure Requirements
This position may be subject to disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work, including the Conflict of Interest Code that applies to CalSTRS team members and the Political Reform Act , which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) .
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: 4/30/2025
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).
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