Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction and supervision of the Deputy Secretary for Communications and External Affairs, the Information Officer II (IO II) serves effectively as an Assistant Deputy Secretary and helps develop effective communications strategies and manage outreach and public information activities for the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA). The IO II has primary responsibility for significant components of our agency-level communications work, including developing and overseeing media relations and digital communications strategies.

As an Information Officer II you will have the opportunity to:

• Serve as an Agency spokesperson on CalEPA’s various issues, programs and initiatives, leading on both routine and sensitive inquiries from the news media and stakeholders with strong interests in the Agency
• Provide advice to Agency executive staff and constituent Boards, Departments and Offices on media and outreach strategy, including issue management and crisis communications
• Maintain and cultivate relationships with members of the media – ethnic, traditional, electronic, and trade – that closely follow the Agency’s issues and programs
• Staff CalEPA secretary as needed for speaking engagements and events
• Develop executive messaging points that align with Administration priorities and goals
• Provide leadership and mentorship to CalEPA Information Officer I, as well as information officers social media strategists for CalEPA’s boards, departments and office, to model inclusive communications, encourage consistency and support a culture of continuous learning and innovation

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

• Significant expertise in developing and implementing successful communications strategies
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative and interact effectively with the public, CalEPA Boards, Departments, and Office executives and staff, and other state agencies
• Ability to think and write clearly and effectively, recognize and evaluate problems proactively, and take effective and appropriate action
• The ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative relationships with internal staff and work well as part of a team, as well as prioritize and schedule work efficiently is essential
• Excellent attendance and punctuality, strong organizational skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced, challenging environment are vital attributes for the successful candidate

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

A hybrid schedule may be available for this position.  The position is headquartered in Downtown Sacramento , CA.

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 shall not exceed two (2) pages. The SOQ must be single spaced, with 12-pt Arial font and have one-inch margins. The SOQ must contain a header listing your name and Job Control number listed according to the job advertisement.

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. Describe your experience with developing media relations strategies, both  proactive and reactive.

2. Describe your experience with writing and editing press releases and other  content for media.

3. Describe your experience with providing communications support to executive leaders.

Benefits

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

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 #: 487968  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  

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.).

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 -

  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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office,

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