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Job Description and Duties Cal OES is a dynamic and fast-paced organization with a problem-solving mentality. The department takes pride in being innovative, agile and taking bold action to advance our mission of protecting Californians from hazards of all types. The office of Crisis Communications and Media relations is seeking a leader and experienced communicator with media relations expertise, a passion for team and state development, commitment to equity and the organizational skills to help drive the team forward. The Public Information and Media Relations Division holds a high-level responsibility for the security and integrity of publicly displayed information about disasters. Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Crisis Communications & Media Relations, the Assistant Director, CEA will plan, organize, and direct the day-to-day communications and media relations efforts on behalf of the Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). The incumbent supervises personnel and advises Cal OES management and executive staff on the public relations implication of the department activities. If you would like to join this dynamic team and help California stand ready to respond and recover from the next major emergency, please submit your application package. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions DMV Pull Program - Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid California Driver's License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Conflict of Interest - This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment. All hires may be subject to a criminal background check. Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below. Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code : JC-425948 Position (s): -001 Working Title: Assistant Director of Crisis Communications & Media Relations Classification: C. E. A. $9,755.00 - $11,807.00 A of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: In Office Job Type: Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time Department Information The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California. Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees. In the event of an emergency: As an employee, you may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites. More information may be found here: Our Cal OES Crisis Communication Team Cal OES News Department Website: Special Requirements The Standard State Application (STD 678) including the employment history section must be completed. Please do not note "see attached resume" in the duties performed section. Applicants who fail to follow the Statement of Qualifications guidelines and provide the required application package documents will be eliminated from this examination process. When preparing your Statement of Qualifications, you are required to follow these guidelines: Responses to the Statement of Qualifications statements must be addressed and numbered in the same order as is listed on the bulletin. Individual responses must be provided. Information provided must be complete and presented in a clear and concise manner. The Statement of Qualifications must be typed, single spaced, with an Arial font size no smaller than 11 pt. Responses must be limited to three (3) single sided pages. One-inch margins must be used. Specific examples must be provided. Note: Resumes do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Statement of Qualifications In addition to the Standard State Applications (STD. 678) and resume, all interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications. The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The Statement of Qualifications should describe a narrative of your knowkedge and experience relevant to each of the factors listed below; examples must be provided to justify the experience described. You must provide individual responses, numbered and in the following order: 1.) Describe leadership skills and experience you have developed at a senior management level that have prepared you to supervise a large, multi-skillset communications team. 2.) Describe your experience developing and supervising the implementation of communications strategies and/or campaigns to promote public awareness amongst diverse audiences, including social media and website communication strategies. 3.) Describe your crisis communication experience, including your experience serving as an organizational spokesperson and point-of-contact for news 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: 4/26/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California. 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: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Attn: CEA Examinations - Erica Cardenas Human Resources Examinations 10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard Mather, CA 95655 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services CEA Examinations - Erica Cardenas Human Resources Examinations 10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard Mather, CA 95655 This excludes weekends and holidays. 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 - Please refer to the Special Requirements section of this bulletin for the filing instructions and the Statement of Qualificaitons questions. Applications submitted without the Statement of Qualifications will not be considered. 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. Examination Qualification Requirements All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement. Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service. Minimum Qualifications CEA examinations are open to all applicants who possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements as descried in the examination bulletin . click apply for full job details