Regional Economic Development Specialist

The Regional Economic Development Specialist represents GO-Biz and the REDI team with regional and local economic development practitioners and both serves as a technical assistance provider and connecter to other experts with GO-Biz and the State of California . The specialist will receive direct support and supervision from the Associate Deputy Director. The position will wor k independently and in conjunction with the Regional Investment Initiative Program Manager , Project Financing Manager, and the Regulatory Affairs Manager.

The position may include approximately 25% travel.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Hybrid: this position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule and requires reporting in-person at headquarters in Sacramento 2 times a week . #li-hybrid

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

• STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-450310

Position #(s):
373-101-4800-XXX

Working Title:
Regional Economic Development Specialist

Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I $6,963.00 - $8,650.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
United States

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information
The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California's leader for job growth and economic development efforts. GO-Biz offers a range of services to business owners including: attraction, retention and expansion services, site selection, permit streamlining, clearing of regulatory hurdles, small business assistance, international trade development, assistance with state government, and much more.

This position is limited-term for 12 months but may be extended to 24 months and/or become permanent.

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

Special Requirements

Exam Information

Unless you have transfer or reinstatement eligibility, please take the Staff Services Manager I exam to obtain eligibility for this position: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/9PB19.PDF

Educational Requirements:

If you are using education as your basis of meeting the minimum qualifications, you must provide school transcripts. Diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts. Please review the minimum qualifications by clicking the link under the "Minimum Requirements" section above.

Employment Application:
Interested applicants must fill out the "Employment History" section of the State Application (STD 678) with all relevant experience to be considered for this position. GO-Biz will not review attached resumes in lieu of the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678). Failure to fill out the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678) will result in disqualification.

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: 10/3/2024
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:

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
GO-Biz
Attn: Recruitments, JC 450310
1325 J St.
Suite 1800
Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
GO-Biz
Recruitments, JC 450310
1325 J St.
Suite 1800
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 - Please refer to section above for Statement of Aualification instructions.

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.

Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)

Work life balance (most positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually - specific accrual rates can be found here ).

Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc)

Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS

Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Commute Program

Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

ScholarShare (college savings account)

On-the-job training and professional development

Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards

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

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: http://www.business.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Recruitments JC 450310
(916) 319-9367
Recruitments@gobiz.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Derek Kirk
(916) 319-9367
derek.kirk@gobiz.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) 319-9367
GOBiz.HR@gobiz.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.

Salary

IN MOST CASES, ALL NEW TO STATE EMPLOYEES MUST START AT THE MINIMUM OF THE POSTED SALARY RANGE.

Statement of Qualifications
Interested individuals must submit a SOQ. The SOQ must be in 12-point font, single-spaced, and no more than 1 page in length. The SOQ must address the following in numerical order; do not consolidate responses:

1. Please describe why you are interested in joining the GO-Biz / Regional Economic Development Initiative Team.

2. Please describe your experience as an economic development practitioner.

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.