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Location

Sacramento County, CA | United States

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Job description

Job Description and Duties

Excellence in the Business of Government!

Come join a team that creates:

• A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship.
• A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes.
• An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department.

Under the general direction of the Information Officer II, the Information Officer I (Specialist) develops, creates, and executes communication programs in support of both the Department of General Services (DGS) and its divisions and offices. This position is responsible for writing and editing press releases, talking points, fact sheets, and issue papers, as well as content for online publications, videos, web pages, and materials for outreach events that pertain to various DGS and state agency programs. This position is also responsible for shooting and producing videos for internal and external content and taking and editing photos at events. The Information Officer I (Specialist) will also assist the department’s response to constituent and media inquiries, including writing and editing correspondence for the department’s Director and assisting the Deputy Director in preparing information to be used in responding to inquiries from the media, the public, the Governor’s Office and other government agencies. This position will aid in overseeing and coordinating Public Records Act (PRA) requests for the department.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
• Career Growth and Training: A focus on career growth and training in an effort to engage and retain a diverse talent pool that aligns with the organization's mission and vision.
• Competitive Rewards: Employees enjoy world-class benefits packages, attractive salaries, and robust pension plans, reflecting a commitment to employee well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Work-life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
• Learning and Development: Emphasizing on continuous learning, DGS offers onsite and virtual Statewide Training programs to ensure that employees remain at the cutting edge of their fields.
• Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts.
• Prime Location and Amenities: DGS's headquarters boasts features like the 7.5-acre River Walk Park, stunning views, convenient & affordable parking, and a state-of-the-art fitness center for all employees.

Special Requirements

Examination Information

We have a three-step guide to a state job.

You must pass an examination to become a state employee. State examinations measure your skills and experience. When you pass an examination, you become list eligible, which allows us to consider you for this appointment.

Before you start the examination:

• Review the sample questions in the examination bulletin.

• Have your resume handy. You will need it during the examination.

• The examination starts with a series of questions. They confirm you meet the minimum qualifications.

Take the online INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST) exam to become list eligible for this position.

Please use the link below to take and pass the required exam:

Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency.

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:

Desirable but not required qualifications: Bilingual in Spanish

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees!

Reporting Location

Dept of General Services,
Office of Public Affairs

707 Third Street, 8th Floor

West Sacramento, CA 95605

Please specify RPA #26176-OPA and JC #420553 on your state application.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  REQUIRED – Statement of Qualifications.  Please see the Statement of Qualifications section on the job advertisement for details and instructions.

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