TELEVISION SPECIALIST

Job Description and Duties

Cal OES is a dynamic and fast-paced organization with a problem-solving mentality. The department takes pride in being innovative, agile and taking bold action to advance our mission of protecting Californians from hazards of all types.

Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II, the incumbent is responsible for all aspects of assigned video, television, live streaming and multi-media productions from concept development to the finished product. The incumbent will perform a wide variety of audiovisual related duties associated with the operations of Crisis Communications and related special projects. Works with departmental management to design and develop audiovisual systems that support and enhance Cal OES programs, emergency response and disaster recovery. The incumbent performs technical analysis and recommends solutions in support of Cal OES productions and products. Performs special projects as required.
This position requires that the incumbent work cooperatively with others, maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, exercise good judgment, and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, have the ability to successfully apply creative solutions to a wide range of communications needs.
It’s important that the incumbent understands and has a superior working proficiency in using contemporary software and hardware technology for videography, audio and video production, script writing, storytelling and marketing.

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

Working Conditions

Please see attached duty statement.

This position is required to have a valid California Driver’s License and participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Employer Pull Notice Program.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• TELEVISION SPECIALIST

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-283289 Position #(s):163-117-5571-XXX Working Title: Photographer/VideographerClassification: TELEVISION SPECIALIST$5,383.00 - $6,739.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

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.
More information regarding the specific directorate may be found here: https://www.caloes.ca.gov/cal-oes-divisions/administrative-services/careers.
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.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

How to apply:
To have your application considered for this job opportunity, please indicate the JC # 283289, RPA # 21-MSR0003 and Position # 163-117-5571-XXX in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678. Please identify how you are eligible (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.).

You must list your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the State Application providing the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section). SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter. NOTE: Failure to comply with filing instructions or incomplete applications received will not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678.

Please note, applications received via fax or e-mail will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail. Only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your degree and/or unofficial transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required.

A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies. All hires may be subject to a criminal background check. **We encourage applicants to apply electronically through their Cal Careers Account. **

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: 1/7/2022

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:

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Attn: Human Resources - JT Human Resources Recruitment 10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard Mather, CA 95655

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Human Resources - JT Human Resources Recruitment 10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard Mather, CA 95655 Please leave your application package with the security desk. This excludes weekends and holidays. 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.

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.

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:

Must be able to travel. Must be able to lift and transport production equipment in excess of 50 pounds. Evening and weekend overtime work is routinely required. Must demonstrate an aptitude for working with computers.

Benefits

Cal OES offers FREE PARKING and is conveniently located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station.

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

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

Human Resources Contact:
Jennifer Topuz
(916) 845-8814
jennifer.topuz@caloes.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 845-8527
EEO@CalOES.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.

Exam Information

To obtain list eligibility in this classification please click on the link below.

Television Specialist

8PABB.PDF (ca.gov)

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.