Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Directorate Division, Office of Communications is looking for an Information Officer I to actively support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with desseminating information through the appropriate channels. Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II over the Strategic Section, the Information Officer I has responsibility to perform assignments directly related to releasing public information and education associated with the Attorney General’s Office through various media forums. The Information Officer I will consult with and advise Executive Staff of the public relations implications related to the DOJ's activities.

This position has been designated as eligible for telework and is currently a remote-centered position. The  position may however require in-person attendance when requested. The selected candidate would report to  Department of Justice headquarters in San Francisco if/when required to attend mandated in-person meetings,  trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office for required events are the responsibility of the employee.  All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

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Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-438075) and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Application.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.

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 press in a public relations firm, state legislature, or state agency doing proactive press
• Possess  strong organizational skills
• Have knowledge of state and local policy issues
• Have experience with social media
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to exercise the highest degree of initiative and independence of action
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff
• Ability to master emerging new policy initiatives

Benefits

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Additional Job Related Information

Additional Application Filing Information : Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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 - The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify you for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed and no more than two pages in length. Vague and/or incomplete SOQs may not be considered if it does not fully respond to the required information. Cover Letters do not take the place of a SOQ.

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