Are you interested in being part of a department that's on the cutting edge of regulating chemicals in consumer products and protecting the public and environment from toxic harm? DTSC's Office of Communications is looking for a Information Officer I to join our high-performing media relations team. We value collaboration, creativity, and respect. Join us in our work to educate and inspire audiences through impactful stories of DTSC's work to keep Californians safe from toxic harm.

As an Information Officer I (Specialist) you will have the opportunity to:

• Produce and edit written materials that explain in plain language the Department of Toxic Substances Control (Department)'s goals, initiatives, proposals, and progress of work
• Develop and plan the implementation of the Department's regional and state communications efforts in English and Spanish languages including news media relations, publications, brochures, reports, public presentations, and electronic communications, including the Department's website
• Develop news releases, opinion/editorial (Op-ed) pieces, news articles, feature stories, speeches, presentations, and other forms of communication that is distributed to news organizations, posted on the Department's website, used as talking points during DTSC events, and included in pamphlets and other publications

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

Working Conditions

A hybrid work environment is being established. The Office of Communications Deputy Director will work with you to establish two in-office work days a week.

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Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-426709

Position #(s):
810-700-5601-011

Working Title:
Information Officer I (Spec)

Classification:
INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST) $5,684.00 - $7,114.00 A

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
United States

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
This position can be located at the Sacramento Headquarters Office, Sacramento Regional Office, Berkeley Regional Office, Commerce Regional Office, Pasadena Environmental Chemistry Lab, Chatsworth Regional Office, or Cypress Regional Office.

The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).

Our Mission: To protect California's people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.

Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.

Our Core Values: DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California's people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufactures to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!

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Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Instructions

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager's review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.

The SOQ must be single-spaced, no more than two pages, and in no smaller than 12-point font. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ, or write in excess of the page limit, will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification.

Please write your SOQ to address the following four questions:

How do your education and experience qualify you for this position?

What is your experience in persuasive writing, editing, social media content, and other communications

What are examples of your developing and executing communications strategies? Please include the outcome of each.

What is your experience working in collaboration with communities and/or other stakeholders?

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: 5/22/2024
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 Toxic Substances Control
Attn: Lizbeth Lopez
P.O. Box 806

Sacramento , CA 95812-0806

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Toxic Substances Control
Lizbeth Lopez
1001 I Street

Sacramento , CA 95814-2828
Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.
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 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 -
  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements" section above for additional information.
  

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:

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

• Experience utilizing external affairs best practices
• Experience developing presentation materials, direct communications, and other outreach materials
• Ability to analyze issues for their newsworthiness and potential impact to DTSC
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Experience with copywriting and news writing principles
• Ability to identify and resolve complex and sensitive public relations issues
• Experience with print, radio, TV, and social media
• Experience analyzing data and presenting ideas and information effectively, both

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Talent Acquisition
(279) 895-5087
Talent@dtsc.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:
EEO Office
(916) 324-3095
OCR@dtsc.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 Application Instructions

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the "Application Instructions" section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.

For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC #: 426709 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.

Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer.

Foreign Degrees
Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).

Examination Information

List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Information Officer I (Spec) , please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1275

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.