Address
Form of workThis recruitment is until filled and applications will be reviewed on a monthly basis. The cutoff dates will be:
July 31, 2023
August 30, 2023
September 28, 2023
October 30, 2023
November 27, 2023
December 26, 2023
Under the administrative direction of the CEA A - Chief of Legislation & Public Affairs, Medical Board of California (MBC), the incumbent has full delegated responsibility for the Medical Board of California's Public Affairs program. The incumbent is the primary contact person and source of information for the media, the physician community, and other agencies and organizations regarding the programs, policies, and activities of the Board.
The incumbent consults with and advises the MBC Executive staff, top management, and Board members on strategies for addressing sensitive and controversial issues that have been, or may become, the subject of media attention and publicity and works with them on proactively informing the public and the medical profession of the work of the Board.
The incumbent designs and executes communication programs to educate the public, applicants, and licensees regarding MBC programs, laws, and priorities.
The incumbent supervises and provides direction to the professional staff in the Public Information Unit.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey.
https://forms.office.com/g/ZDz01HNTGG
CalCareers Exams: Once you find the job you want, we need to learn more about you. We will evaluate your education, experience, abilities, and knowledge through an assessment. The assessment process can take many forms, including an interview or exam, depending on the job.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- INFORMATION OFFICER II
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position DetailsJob Code #:
JC-371387
Position #(s):
629-110-5595-XXX
629-110-5595-001
Working Title:
Public Information Officer
Classification:
INFORMATION OFFICER II$6,862.00 - $8,527.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Medical Board of California
Department InformationThis position is with the Medical Board of California (MBC) and in the Executive Office. MBC licenses and regulates medical doctors in this state.
The Medical Board has FREE PARKING and is located next to the Royal Oaks Light Rail station.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: If you encounter difficulty updating your Cal Career online application for this recruitment and/or uploading any required supporting documentation, please see "Applicant Instructions" at the bottom of this ad for in-person filing or mailing instruction.
The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees. DCA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in carrying out its consumer protection mission, and DCA solidifies this commitment starting with its recruitment efforts. DCA enriches its diversity through a workforce that reflects the population it serves, delivers successful results through inclusive team work where all contributions are valued, ensures every employee receives fair opportunities to succeed, and enables all employees to do their best by providing access to tools, resources, information, equipment and career development.
Special RequirementsTitle 11, section 703(d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance with DCA's CORI procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the incumbent routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.
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: 12/26/2023
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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:
Department of Consumer Affairs
Attn: Recruitment Technician 629 JC-371387 MV
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321
Sacramento , CA 95834
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Consumer Affairs
Recruitment Technician 629 JC-371387 MV
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321
Sacramento , CA 95834
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.
- Other - A cover letter is required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (maximum three pages, minimum 10 point font) with your application in which you provide the following information:
1. Please describe in detail your experience, educational background, and qualifications related to the duties for this position.
2. What skills are most critical to be successful in this position? Please describe specific examples when you used those skills.
3. Please describe your experience with media interaction (including on camera interviews), social media and other Internet-based content, and creating publications.
Applications received without the SOQ may not be considered. - Supplemental Application - Supplemental Questionnaire (maximum two pages, minimum 10 point font):
Please describe how you would approach creating and implementing a communication campaign (including what communication methods/tools you would use) to increase awareness of a change in physician licensing standards. Include how you would measure your success.
Desirable QualificationsIn 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:
An experienced communications professional who wishes to make a meaningful contribution in support of an organization dedicated to protecting the public.
Established relationships with the media.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment in an organization that receives significant attention from the media and various external stakeholders.
Fluent in Spanish.
BenefitsBenefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Aaron Bone
(916) 263-2389
aaron.bone@mbc.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) 574-8280
eeo1@dca.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.
Additional Instructions
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification ( http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx ), please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
DO NOT include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.
Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678). https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf .
Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.
Multiple positions may become available.
Electronic Submission:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.
U.S. Postal Service Mail:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.
Hand Delivery:
Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.
Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. If you have any updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact JobPostings@dca.ca.gov . For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671.
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.
