INFORMATION OFFICER I

Job Description and Duties

The Governor’s Office of Planning & Research (OPR) seeks to fill a Limited-Term, Full-Time Information Officer II position within the Office of Community Partnership and Strategic Communications.

Limited term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months.

Under the supervision of the Public Education Assistant Strategist, the Writer will lead the creation of documents and materials for release in support of all Office campaigns and outreach activities. The incumbent will engage in frequent and concise communication with all members of the public education department and their relative external agencies and organizations to create factually accurate materials in support of the OCPSC’s goals and initiatives at large.

The Public Education department Writer will oversee the research for and drafting of materials associated with OCPSC projects and activities in support of the establishment of open and honest lines of communication between California’s government agencies and its diverse communities. This position will require that candidates have a background in research and technical writing to create office materials in am effective, innovative, and resourceful way.

This position is eligible for telework in accordance with the OPR Telework Policy.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific questions will not be considered. See the Statement of Qualifications section for instructions.

A completed and detailed Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) must be received in the Human Resources Office or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes, Cover Letters, Statement of Qualifications, etc. DO NOT replace the required STD 678.

All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."

For experience and education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that MQs can be determined, you must include all employment history on the STD 678, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Your application package without this information may be disqualified and/or you may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. If it is determined that you do not meet the MQs, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Completed application package (STD 678 and applicable or required documents) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission. For those who must submit their application packages via the postal service, please reference the above Job Control and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s)" section. Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire with STD 678. This page is for examination purposes only.

Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website.

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: 5/2/2024

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 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 Planning and Research

Attn: Human Resources Office/OC23003

1400 10th Street

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 Planning and Research

Human Resources Office/OC23003

1400 10th Street

Sacramento , CA 95814

09:00 AM - 04:00 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 - Statement of Qualifications Required

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

OPR employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements.

Some added benefits OPR offers include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Alternate work schedules
• Flexible work hours
• Hybrid schedule
• Nearby cafes and restaurants
• Walking distance to public transit

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.

Human Resources Contact:
Angie Edwards
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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

California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Disclosure Requirements

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 the Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.