EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

THIS IS A BILINGUAL - SPANISH POSITION; MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A BILINGUAL - SPANISH FLUENCY EXAMINATION.
Do you like to work outdoors? Are you interested in working with the California Farmworker population? If so, this is a position for your skill set.
The position requires half-time in-person outreach to the Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW) population in locations where farmworkers work and congregate and half-time housing inspections, assisting in the successful implementation of the Foreign Labor Certification, H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program (H-2A Program) administered by the U.
S.
Department of Labor (DOL).
Duties include presenting information and offering assistance regarding services available from the local America's Job Center of California (AJCC) including agricultural and non-agricultural employment.
Assist with needs for training, job development, and employment.
Knowledgeable of the Workforce Services complaint system, other organizations serving farmworkers, and farm worker rights related to terms and conditions of employment.
Visits agricultural employers on behalf of MSFWs; encourages MSFWs to visit local AJCC sites; instructs MSFWs in the use of the computerized CalJOBS; provides hands-on assistance in the preparation of forms, referrals to employment, information on future employment opportunities; assists in the preparation and completion of Workforce Services (WS) and non-Workforce Services related complaints; and refers complaints to the Complaints Representative, and/or the manager.
Prepares WS packets and gathers other materials before going into the field to contact MSFWs.
Observe the working and living conditions of MSFWs.
Develops and improves WS partnerships with public and private community agencies, MSFW groups, and employers.
Maintains complete records of MSFW contacts and services provided and completes required reports.
Housing Inspections: Inspects mobile and permanent employee housing units within city limits and in remote rural areas throughout the state.
Performs unannounced, random field checks and field visits to job sites to ensure the employer complies with the terms and conditions of the work contract.
To view the full duties and responsibilities, please see the “Duty Statement” linked under Additional Documents.
Position exists in El Centro ARU 048.
If you have questions about the actual position, please contact the “Hiring Unit Contact” listed below under Contact Information.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions Outdoors environment, daily travel throughout the county required.
Overnight travel will be required.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-409772 Position #(s): 280-048-9194-026 Working Title: Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker / Outreach Worker Classification: EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE $3,822.
00 - $5,948.
00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Imperial County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations.
For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State.
In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks.
Working at EDD presents many opportunities.
If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.
Department Website: https://www.
edd.
ca.
gov Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) fluency in the Spanish language.
If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.
Must provide a completed State Application (STD 678) and college transcripts or copy of diploma.
Must have taken the exam for the "Employment Program Representative" classification.
The position require(s) fluency in the Spanish language.
If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.
Please only submit ONE application.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions” section below and ensure the following: Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification 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 Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.
) in the “Explanations” section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
This page is for examination use only.
Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
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: 1/12/2024 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: Employment Development Department Attn: Job Control #409772 Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54 PO Box 826880 Sacramento, CA 94280-0001 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Employment Development Department Attn: Job Control #409772 EDD/Human Resource Services Division (6th floor solar) 722 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 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.
Degree and/or School Transcripts Statement of Qualifications - Please submit a Statement of Qualifications typed in Arial font no larger than 12 pitch size and a maximum of two (2) pages.
1.
Describe your background, experience, knowledge, and or/training as it relates to the duty statement.
2.
Describe what effective communication means to you and how you achieve this, including the tools you use.
3.
When fact-finding a problem or concern, what tools and/or techniques do you use to record, report, and resolve? 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: PC skills, Class C Driver's License, analytical and critical thinking skills, ability to work with minimal supervision, desire to make a difference in people's lives and help them find work, self-starter and time management skills, sound judgment, excellent written and verbal communication skills, must be resourceful and have diplomacy in dealing with the public, and a passion for working in workforce development and contributing to the economic vitality of California! Benefits 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 application process.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.
edd.
ca.
gov Human Resources Contact: Joseph Panida (916) 654-5977 joseph.
panida@edd.
ca.
gov Hiring Unit Contact: Mirna Martinez (760) 339-2719 mirna.
martinez@edd.
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) 654-8434 EEOMail@edd.
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.
Background Investigations Requirement The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation.
The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies.
During the background investigation, the Employment Development Department (EDD) may review information to verify your compliance with EDD benefit programs.
EDD benefit programs include payments issued to individuals for Unemployment Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Paid Family Leave.
Non-compliance represents overpayments that were issued by the EDD to individuals due to inaccurate and/or fraudulent information provided by the individual.
Any failure to comply with EDD benefit programs may prevent you from being hired at the EDD.
Post and Bid Information This is a Post & Bid Position which means eligible Post & Bid candidates will have first consideration.
However, if no Post & Bid candidates apply, this position will be open for consideration to all interested candidates.
Post and Bid Candidates who are current employees of EDD, in the classification of EPR, with permanent status and who meet all requirements of the posted position, including any special requirements (language skills, veterans status, etc.
) may fax or email your DE 855 P&B application to (916) 319-1153 or to HRSDPOSTBID@EDD.
CA.
GOV.
For current Post and Bid positions and filing period dates, please refer to the Post and Bid Intranet web page.
You must be signed in to the EDDNet site to access this webpage.
Non Post and Bid Candidates who are current state employees with status in the above classification, eligible for lateral transfer from an equivalent class, or eligible for a Training & Development Assignment, former state employees who can reinstate into the above class, or persons who are reachable on a current employment list for the classification.
All interested applicants, please refer to the “Application Instructions” section for more information.
POST AND BID INFORMATION: Location: El Centro ARU 048.
Employment Program Representative Post and Bid Doc# 0917-0078.
The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.
Click on the link to complete the Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey: EDD Recruitment Survey 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.