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Job Description and Duties

INFORMATION OFFICER II – SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER / COMMUNICATIONS UNIT / CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY

This position is a 12-month Limited-Term position that may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

The reporting location for this position is Sacramento, CA.  This position will work under the Administrative Direction of the Deputy Secretary of Communications.  

We are looking for a creative and dynamic professional who knows how to drive the levers of digital strategy and who feels comfortable putting new tools and strategies in motion.

Under the administrative direction of the Deputy Secretary of Communications, California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA), the Information Officer (IO) II will act as a Social Media Manager to create, lead, and drive social media and digital media creation for the Office of the Secretary, CNRA. The IO II will have the responsibility of conducting social media strategies and communications to increase public information associated with the Office of the Secretary, CNRA. As a member of CNRA’s Communications team, the incumbent will ensure CNRA priorities and progress are well understood by a range of audiences.  

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

For further information regarding this position, please contact Tony Anderson at Tony.anderson@resources.ca.gov

CNRA values diverse employees working together, and prioritizes an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. 

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.

Note: New to the State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

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 drop off.

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the State Application STD 678. rather than attaching a resume to the form, this may be considered incomplete.

• "To" and "From" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State experience should list the department and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Transcripts

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts upon appointment. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found  here.

Personal Identifying Information Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

The Minimum qualifications can be found in classification specifications.

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:

• Expertise in digital media, social media, and content strategy.
• Proven experience in creating video, graphics, and copy content.
• The ability to independently take a communication need or request and translate this into social media and digital posts.
• A desire to be a constant learner and student of social media and the digital landscape.
• A relationship-builder with the desire to navigate a dynamic environment and many different professional styles.
• Proven experience in managing and implementing a content calendar.

Benefits

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

Statement of Qualifications

Applicants must include a  Statement of Qualifications for this recruitment. You must provide specific information in your response(s) which demonstrates how your knowledge, skills, and training meet the needs of this position.

The SOQ must have each response numbered, no more than two pages in length, single-spaced and using 12-point Arial font. You must indicate your Name and Job Control Number at the top of the page.

Please answer the following:

1. With digital and social media acting as one of the most important tools for modern marketing and communication, what is your vision for the social media manager role?
2. Please also share your skills, abilities, and experiences in creating video, graphic, and copy content.

*** For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supplemental Questionnaire, please visit  Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications

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.
• Other - Please submit a cover letter with your resume.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Failure to include the Statement of Qualifications as required shall result in disqualification from the hiring process. Please see the section labeled "Statement of Qualifications" for further information.

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