Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Are you interested in being part of a department that’s on the cutting edge of regulating chemicals in consumer products and protecting the public and environment from toxic harm?

DTSC’s Office of Communications is looking for an Information Officer I to join our team of professionals. Our office specializes in broadcast journalism, graphic design, video production, communications, and web design. We value collaboration, creativity, and respect. Join us in our work to educate and inspire audiences through impactful stories of DTSC’s work to keep Californians safe from toxic harm.

As an Information Officer I (Specialist) you will have the opportunity to:

• Conduct editorial review of contracted scientific reports, printed publications, annual reports, white papers, articles, and webpages to ensure information is presented accurately, clearly, and with correct grammar
• Perform research to determine correct documentation, inaccuracies in grammar, correspondence development, layout, and journalistic style
• Ensure finished products conform to DTSC's publication guidelines and are written in plain language
• Develop strategic marketing and communication plans and key messages to communicate events and issues of enterprise-wide importance
• Support DTSC internal and executive communications and special projects
• Coordinate with program-area staff throughout the organization to ensure the communication needs of our internal customers are being met

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

• Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) in dealing with the public and/or other employees
• Experience in persuasive writing, editing, social media content
• Experience developing and executing communications strategies
• Experience in developing and planning newsletters, web content, and social media
• Completes assignments in a timely and efficient manner; excellent writing, speaking, research and editing skills
• Ability to think critically and to act independently as well as part of a team
• Familiar with SharePoint and Constant Contact
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet varied and tight deadlines

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

A hybrid schedule may be available for this position.

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 should be no more than 2 page(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, contain no grammatical and spelling errors, and Arial font size 12.

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. Describe your experience with creating strategic communications plans.

2. Describe your project management style. How do you ensure deliverables are met in a timely manner.

3. Describe your experience in copywriting and/or editing technical information for public distribution and understanding. Cite specific examples of your experience and the content you developed.

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 #: 480436  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,

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