California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

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Job Description And Duties Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. Job Summary Under the supervision of the Information Officer II, this position performs a variety of cofidential, technical, analytical, and communications support tasks pertaining to the Crisis Communication and Public Affairs Team. The incumbent may also be required to perform other duties such as monthly Fi$cal statement reconcilliation, answering and/or researching basic questions from office staff and some public inquiries, communicating and coordinating with internal staff, leadership and partners, and other duties as assigned. Effective January 1, 2026, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) will change the classification name of Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) to Analyst II and Staff Services Analyst to Analyst I. The probationary period will be 12 months for all new appointments with a start date after this change is implemented. This update affects the job title, your application will still be valid, and you may be hired under the new Analyst II/Analyst I title after January 1, 2026. For more information, visit the CalHR website. Generalist Class Consolidation - CalHR Website You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need. DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Department Information The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees. Crisis Communication and Public Affairs takes the lead on Cal OES’ public information campaigns and media relations. The department oversees communication strategy and tactics, consistently delivering messages that motivate people to prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters. We respond to media inquiries, create social media videos and posts, write talking points, scripts, and other written materials. Members of the unit staff speakers at community meetings, assist with event preparation and related public activities. In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites. More information may be found here: https://www.caloes.ca.gov/office-of-the-director/policy-administration Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov 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: • Ability to present information in a clear, professional manner; experience working effectively with employees in various levels of government (local, regional, state, and federal), businesses, and private sector; and an ability to foster teamwork and self-motivate. • Knowledge of Cal OES’s mission, functional areas and emergency management legislation mandates. Possesses strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence and displays vision and problem solving skills. • Experience working with problem solving on large and small projects. Ability to foster teamwork and provide direction in a clear and concise manner. Experience with presentations or communicating a message. Experience with video cameras and editing, social media posting, and possesses strong writing skills. Exceptional personal communication skills while speaking, creativity, innovation, curation of content amnd marketing. Strategic thinking towards a goal; articulate experience in a clear concise manner with clear examples of how their experience is pertinent; other competencies not listed here. • Superior organizational skills in order to help facilitate a smooth running PIO/Communications team and assist with administrative duties. Works well under pressure and with deadlines. Mission oriented and focused on completion of tasks correctly and in a timely manner. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following: • Free Parking • On-site Gym and Locker room • Electric Carport • Excellent CalPERS state pension plan • 401(k) and 457(b) Plans • Flexible Schedules • Generous paid time off • Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family • Investment in careers development • Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station