Information Officer II (Outreach Lead) - Limited Term

Are you interested in a meaningful and impactful career? Would you like to contribute to protecting people and the environment and accelerating a statewide transition to sustainable pest management? The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) could be the place for you!

Under the administrative direction of the Deputy Director of Communications and Outreach, and in collaboration with the Deputy Director of Environmental Justice and Equity, the Information Officer (IO) II will serve as the Outreach Lead and have primary responsibility for developing, organizing, directing and evaluating a comprehensive public communications and outreach program for the implementation of SprayDays California, the highly-anticipated statewide pesticide application notification system.

This position leads a highly political and visible engagement, education and outreach strategy communicating complex regulatory structure in plain language and approaching work with sensitivity, awareness and a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

• Administrative high-rise office building
• Prolonged sitting in an office-setting environment
• Daily use of a copier, telephone, computer, and general office equipment
• Frequest use of a handcart to transport documents and/or equipment over 20 pounds (i.e., laptop, computer, projector, reference materials, handouts, flyers, etc.)
• Travel up to 25% of the time may be required, sometimes overnight, alone or with others, locally and out of town for in person attendance of events, meetings, presentations and training utilizing various modes of transportation.
• Travel may involve working weekends and irregular work hours

Note: This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position's designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

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-450398

Position #(s):
814-001-5595-986

Working Title:
Information Officer II (Outreach Lead) - Limited Term

Classification:
INFORMATION OFFICER II $7,280.00 - $9,046.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information This position is limited-term (12 months); it may become permanent, be extended, or be cancelled at any time.

DPR is part of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), and our vision is for pest management that is safe, effective, and sustainable for all Californians and our environment. Our core values include accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integrity. We are innovative and passionate about the work we do.

DPR 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 human health and the environment by fostering sustainable pest management and regulating pesticides. Come join our team at DPR to improve the lives of all Californians.

DPR headquarters is located in the CalEPA Building at 1001 I Street in Sacramento, CA. The position is within the Communications and Outreach Office within the Executive Office of DPR. If you are seeking a challenging job that offers the opportunity to perform outreach and inform the public about California's pesticide regulatory requirements, then this could be the job for you!
Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• If education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must include a copy of your degree and/or unofficial transcripts in order to verify you meet the minimum qualifications. If you use unofficial transcripts to verify you meet the minimum qualifications, you must provide official transcripts prior to your start date, if selected for the position.

• In order to apply for this position, you are required to provide your complete employment history on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) form. A complete employment history must include, for each position listed, accurate dates, job title or State classification, hours worked per week (please indicate an average if hours worked per week varied), company or agency name, and a full description of duties and responsibilities held. A resume or other materials will not take the place of the complete STD. 678.

• Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to: basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, marital status, age, national origin, medical conditions, and use of medical leave.

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: 10/15/2024
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).

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 Pesticide Regulation
N/A
Attn: T. Kalb
Human Resources Branch
1001 I Street, P.O. Box 4015
Sacramento , CA 95812-4015

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Pesticide Regulation
Human Resources Branch
T. Kalb
1001 I Street, MS 4B

Sacramento , CA 95814

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 response to the statement of qualifications (SOQ) is required to be considered interested/eligible in the position. The instructions are listed in the "Statement of Qualifications" section of this advertisement. You must answer the statement of qualifications prompt in its entirety and follow all instructions for answering the prompt in order to be considered interested/eligible in the position.

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:

• Preferrably bilingual (Spanish) with oral and written fluency in Spanish and English is preferrred. Incumbent will be strongly encouraged to take and pass the bilingual (Spanish) language proficiency examination.
• Maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, good working habits, and adherence to all policies and procedures is required.
• Knowledge or experience working with diverse cultural communities
• Awareness of diverse communities and regional demographics
• Ability to communicate respectfully and with sensitivity
• Ability to listen, communicate, and educate in order to provide helpful information to the public
• Skill in developing and maintaining cooperative relationships with others, including developing trust and credibility with co-workers and stakeholders
• Ability to communicate and explain issues clearly and logically both orally and in writing to those with a limited technological background
• Ability to think analytically and solve problems logically and systematically
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and track a number of concurrent assignments
• Ability to formulate and administer policies and procedures
• Ability to gracefully accept constructive criticism and provide active collaboration to achieve a more successful output

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 application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Terry Kalb
(916) 445-2757
terry.kalb@cdpr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Marilyn Palmer-Townsend
(916) 445-0859
marilyn.palmer-townsend@cdpr.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) 445-3979
melissa.paden@cdpr.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.

Statement of Qualifications
You must provide a statement of qualifications (SOQ) and follow all instructions for answering the SOQ prompt in order to be considered interested/eligible in the position. The SOQ prompt is a narrative discussion and serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

Instructions:
The SOQ should be typed, in no less than 11-point font size, Arial font, and no more than one page in length.

SOQ Prompt:

• Describe how your previous experience has prepared you to develop, lead and execute a statewide, community-focused and inclusive engagement and communications strategy at DPR.

Note: Resumes, letters, hyperlinks and other materials will not be evaluated or considered a response to the Statement of Qualifications.

Critical Job Competencies
Communication : Possess effective oral and written communication skills; ability to select and use an appropriate communication approach; actively listens; effectively uses e-mail; applies business writing principles to all written communications. Exercise good judgement and routinely provide information to clients regarding the DPR's program and processes related to notification that will affect the ability of management and the DPR to achieve its desired objectives.

Customer Service : Develops trust and credibility with the client; balance interests of a variety of clients, internal and external; readily adjust priorities in response to changing client needs; and put in place systems and processes to ensure clients receive high quality information.

Political Acumen : Identifies key sources of influence and utilizes them to improve the success of desired objectives; demonstrates sound judgement of political feasibility of specific situations; focuses on coalition-building; and recognizes issues from multiple dimensions and adapts strategies accordingly.

Self-Motivation, Optimism, Sustained Commitment, Perseverance, and Patience : Demonstrates a bias towards optimism and maintains a sense of humor; retains stamina and bounces back from setbacks; and views mistakes as opportunities for growth/positive learning experiences; and empowering yourself. Demonstrates punctuality, initiative, and dependability.

Flexibility/Adaptability : Readily integrates changes midstream into work processes and outputs; demonstrates openness to new organizational structures, procedures, and technology; and shift gears comfortably.

Conflict Resolution : Uses tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative, working relationships with others, e.g., community partners, clients, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity. Recognizes dissatisfaction among co-workers and clients and deals with conflict in a timely manner; turns conflict into opportunity for success; and applies alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to specific situations.

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.