Communications Specialist

Job Description And Duties

The Communications Specialist for the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) executes responsibilities for the CalOSBA Marketing Team under the general supervision of the Executive Project Manager and Marketing Manager. The incumbent plans, writes, and edits effective communications, press and outreach materials to inform the public and the media of the activities and objectives of CalOSBA; coordinates CalOSBA participation in conferences and events; and consults with and advises management on public relations efforts for CalOSBA's various programs. Typical tasks will include the writing of original electronic and hard copy articles and speeches; conducting research using the internet, social media, newspapers, magazines, and business trade journals; planning podcast and radio broadcast outlines; and writing technical/annual reports for CalOSBA. This position works independently and in conjunction with the Executive Team and Marketing and Regional Teams.

Exam Information

Unless you have transfer or reinstatement eligibility, please take the Associate Governmental Program Analyst exam to obtain eligibility for this position: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/9PB04.PDF

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Hybrid: this position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule and requires reporting in-person at headquarters in Sacramento 2 times a week. 2ybrid

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-427463

Position #(s):

373-102-5601-001

Working Title

Communications Specialist

Classification

INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)

$5,684.00 - $7,114.00 A

# of Positions:

1

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California's leader for job growth and economic development efforts. GO-Biz offers a range of services to business owners including: attraction, retention and expansion services, site selection, permit streamlining, clearing of regulatory hurdles, small business assistance, international trade development, assistance with state government, and much more.

The California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) supports economic growth and innovation and ensures that ALL California small businesses and innovative startups have the information and direct support they need to better navigate resources, programs and regulations. CalOSBA serves as the voice of small business, representing their views and interests across the state and advocating for equitable access to capital, markets, and networks so that all California small businesses successfully start, manage, grow and become more resilient.

Department Website: http://www.business.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Employment Application

Interested applicants must fill out the "Employment History" section of the State Application (STD 678) with all relevant experience to be considered for this position. GO-Biz will not review attached resumes in lieu of the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678). Failure to fill out the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678) will result in disqualification.

Educational requirements

If you are using education as your basis of meeting the minimum qualifications, you must provide school transcripts. Diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts. Please review the minimum qualifications by clicking the link under the "Minimum Requirements" section above.

Statement of Qualificatio ns

Describe your experience creating original content educational or outreach marketing materials, including but not limited to fact sheets, brochures, graphics, infographics, and scripts for Podcasts or videos. Please describe your role, responsibilities, and process for accomplishing these tasks. Describe your experience creating talking points and conducting research to support executive presentations, speeches, press releases, and briefings. Please describe your process for accomplishing these tasks and what tools you use. Describe your experience working with local/governmental Public Information Officers, External Affairs Division(s), and news outlets who are on deadline to provide program or background information on the record. Please describe your roles and responsibilities.

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: 4/27/2024

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

Attn: Recruitments, RPA# 22-081

1325 J St.

Suite 1800

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 Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

Recruitments, RPA# 22-081

1325 J St.

Suite 1800

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 - Please refer to the section above for Statement of Qualifications instructions.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.