What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Officer I (Specialist) position at CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation?
Job Description And Duties
This advertisement is for an Information Officer I (Specialist) position located at our Headquarters in Elk Grove, CA, Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-150-5601-001.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process.
HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.
For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 3285
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
The CDCR Headquarters location offers a secured access facility with free parking as well as a variety of nearby shopping locations and restaurants.
Travel To Institutions And Other CDCR Programs Is Required.
The position is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office two days per week and as needed/required.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Job Code #:
JC-500846
Position #(s):
065-150-5601-001
Working Title:
Information Officer I (Specialist)
Classification:
INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)
$6,031.00 - $7,775.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
08:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Week:
Monday - Friday
Department Information
Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.
Vision
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
Mission
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing the education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.
CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.
The Press Office oversees all media outreach and articulates the department’s position on operations, policies, employees, incarcerated population, programs and issues. The Press Office manages crisis communications, solicits media coverage of departmental activities, serves as a liaison to the media, releases information to the public and facilitates media access to institutions, programs, employees and offenders pursuant to state law and departmental policies.
Special Requirements
Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
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:
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
CDCR Hiring Support
(877) 297-5599
CDCRHiringSupport@cdcr.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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 255-0458
M_CivilRights@cdcr.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.
Examinations Information
To obtain list eligibility for the Information Officer I (Specialist), before applying for the position, you should first take and pass the examination here CalCareers
Qualifications
Statement of Qualifications
Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Your SOQ is considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to an on-site interview.
When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education and training for each question. Explain your answers thoroughly and include, if appropriate, places/dates of employment and duties performed, etc., when responding to each question. Please list each question, followed by your response.
Note: A notation or reference to other materials such as resumes or the applications will not be considered. Incomplete or missing responses to the information requested may negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications. Single-spaced typed responses should be no longer than one page per question and should be in a 12-point font with standard margins.
Your SOQ must address the following:
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.
This advertisement is for an Information Officer I (Specialist) position located at our Headquarters in Elk Grove, CA, Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-150-5601-001.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process.
HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.
For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 3285
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
The CDCR Headquarters location offers a secured access facility with free parking as well as a variety of nearby shopping locations and restaurants.
Travel To Institutions And Other CDCR Programs Is Required.
The position is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office two days per week and as needed/required.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-500846
Position #(s):
065-150-5601-001
Working Title:
Information Officer I (Specialist)
Classification:
INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)
$6,031.00 - $7,775.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
08:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Week:
Monday - Friday
Department Information
Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.
Vision
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
Mission
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing the education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.
CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.
The Press Office oversees all media outreach and articulates the department’s position on operations, policies, employees, incarcerated population, programs and issues. The Press Office manages crisis communications, solicits media coverage of departmental activities, serves as a liaison to the media, releases information to the public and facilitates media access to institutions, programs, employees and offenders pursuant to state law and departmental policies.
Special Requirements
Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
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:
- Experience working with print, radio and broadcast reporters.
- Strong written communications skills.
- Experience writing and producing content for social media, websites and other digital platforms.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
CDCR Hiring Support
(877) 297-5599
CDCRHiringSupport@cdcr.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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 255-0458
M_CivilRights@cdcr.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.
Examinations Information
To obtain list eligibility for the Information Officer I (Specialist), before applying for the position, you should first take and pass the examination here CalCareers
Qualifications
Statement of Qualifications
Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Your SOQ is considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to an on-site interview.
When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education and training for each question. Explain your answers thoroughly and include, if appropriate, places/dates of employment and duties performed, etc., when responding to each question. Please list each question, followed by your response.
Note: A notation or reference to other materials such as resumes or the applications will not be considered. Incomplete or missing responses to the information requested may negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications. Single-spaced typed responses should be no longer than one page per question and should be in a 12-point font with standard margins.
Your SOQ must address the following:
- Explain your social media experience and your experience using analytics to guide content production.
- Explain a situation where you needed to engage in crisis communications. How did you prioritize messaging and communicate to various audiences?
- Explain your experience in media relations or a relevant field. Please also include experience in writing press materials, message development, and responding to reporters in a timely manner.
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.