This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice.
Candidates are required to complete the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) (see questions below), in addition to completing an Examination/Employment Application (STD 678). The SOQ should be no longer than two letter pages using no smaller than 12-point size in Arial font. Application packages received without specific responses to the supplemental questionnaire will not be considered.
Your SOQ must specifically address the following question(s) to be considered for this position:
1. Please describe your interest in this position, and how your experience and/or education make you the best candidate.
You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the recruitment process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.
Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are considered limited term, 12 months, and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
PLEASE NOTE:
A Typing Certificate is required: A typing certificate at a speed of not less than 40 words per minute must be submitted with application Std 678. Typing certificates must be issued within the last four years & must be a certified test that meets the State Personnel Board requirements. Utilize the below hyperlink to find acceptable typing test locations near you. Certificates are accepted from the following institutions:
1. California State Agency/Department
2. Accredited Business school or college
3. Adult Education Center
4. Skills and Business Education Center
To find locations to retrieve a Typing Test near you, click the following link - Local Typing Test Sites & Locations or call (866) 844-8671.