Job Description and Duties

Do you have a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of working Californians? As a Bilingual Information Officer II providing media relations, social media, email and marketing support for the Department of Industrial Relations' Division of Occupational Safety and Health - commonly known as Cal/OSHA, you will have an opportunity to provide essential information to workers regarding their labor rights and to employers on their responsibilities to comply with the state's labor laws. This is an opportunity to communicate and promote the Cal/OSHA's news to the media and the public, and to work closely with the Cal/OSHA Chief, OEA leadership and DIR leadership in performing high-profile and multi-faceted communications assignments involving broad policy issues encompassing employment and labor laws.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this Information Officer II (Specialist) job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1276

One position is available in either Sacramento or Oakland. Please see other postings under a different job control in CalCareers for the other location. If you are interested in the position at more than one location, please submit a new application for each job control.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position is located at:

1750 Howe Street, Suite 130

Sacramento, CA 95825

The incumbent will be required to travel (20-35%) to public events, meetings and departmental events. This position also requires responsiveness to the public and media, and attendance of public meetings outside of normal business hours.

The incumbent is expected to maintain a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of two days per week in the office, or more based on operational needs. The position requires the ability for prolonged sitting and to work at a computer for extended periods of time, and to move and transport office items in a safe manner.

The incumbent must handle sensitive and confidential materials and matters in a professional manner and establish cooperative working relationships with others. The incumbent has daily contact with other OEA staff and also has contact frequently with staff in other DIR divisions, programs and units, as well as frequent contact with stakeholders and members of the press.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION OFFICER II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-437017

Position #(s):

400-108-5595-XXX

Working Title:

Bilingual Information Officer II - Cal/OSHA

Classification:

INFORMATION OFFICER II

$7,068.00 - $8,783.00

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers.

DIR's Office of External Affairs (OEA) assists all groups in the department with strategic consultations to develop and share public-facing content and to communicate effectively with each other and the public.

Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages maybe submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov/

Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

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 application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions" section below and ensure the following:

Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.

• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.

• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.

• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Department Website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) fluency in the Spanish language. If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.

Fluency in reading, writing, speaking and editing Spanish and English is required. The Bilingual Information Officer II will, in collaboration with other bilingual OEA team members, make recommendations to OEA leadership on how to improve the department's communications to ensure equity-embedded, multilingual messaging.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information to your application on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthrate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program status, medical information, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of the applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Minimum requirements for this position are posted in the class specification: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/Pages/5595.aspx

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list.

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the Standard State Application (STD 678) and a resume. The SOQ must state the applicant's name and the classification/position they are applying for at the top, right corner of the page.

Additionally, it must be 12-pt Arial font single-spaced and no more than two (2) pages in length typed. Clearly label the SOQ and re-state each question preceding each response. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered.

1.Describe your work experience collaborating with various government agencies, elected officials, media and/or the public.

2.Describe your experience working on high-priority cases or projects. How did you manage your time effectively?

3.Describe your experience, if any, working in/for marketing and public relations.

4.Explain your background and experience working with social media.

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: 7/8/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 Industrial Relations

Attn: Certifications Unit

2180 Harvard Street Suite 160

Sacramento, CA 95815

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Industrial Relations

2180 Harvard Street Suite 160

Sacramento, CA 95815

08:00 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 required and must be included.

• Statement of Qualifications -

Please see the Special requirements section of the posting for instructions on the Statement of Qualifications.

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: Methods used to determine needs for public information and education; techniques of preparing, producing and disseminating information, utilizing all major media of communication; principles and techniques of establishing and maintaining good public relations; California State Government; principles of public administration;; department's Affirmative Action Program objectives; a manager's role in the Affirmative Action Program and the processes available to meet affirmative action objectives.

Ability to:. Organize and direct a statewide program of public information and education; write effectively; analyze data;; stimulate interest in an agency's program and secure the cooperation of diverse groups in conducting that program; understand and effectively carry out State and departmental equal employment opportunity and affirmative action policies.

SPECIAL PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS: Appreciation of news value and ethnic media markets; ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt or recommend for adoption by top leadership a practical course of action; ability to gain the confidence and respect of persons contacted in the work; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relations with the news media and other public groups; emotional stability under stress; application of the need to inform and educate the public on various phases of an agency's program.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website, www.calhr.ca.gov and the California Public Employees Retirement System Website; www.calpers.ca.gov

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:

Certification Unit

(800) 564-0771

cert@dir.ca.gov

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:

Diversity and Inclusion Office

(916) 559-6999

DIO@dir.ca.gov

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.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification.

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey

DIR Mission and Core Values

Our mission is to protect and improve the welfare and working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR is also committed to ensuring that all employers comply with labor laws in California to support a fair and thriving business environment.

Integrity

• We fulfill the promise of our mission through fair, honest and ethical behavior.

Service

• We are committed to responsibly serving the public and value their trust.

Respect

• We treat others with dignity, courtesy and consideration.

Quality

• We take pride in providing the public with accurate and timely services.

Transparency

• We conduct ourselves with openness and accountability in all aspects of our work.

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.