<p>Job Description and Duties</p> <ul> <li>Position may become permanent.* </li></ul> <p>The California Energy Commission (CEC) seeks a Public Information Officer (Information Officer I) in the Media and Public Communications Office (MPCO). The MPCO includes the Media Relations and Special Events Branch and the Brand Strategy Branch. MPCO collaborates to create clear, concise communications campaigns that tell the CEC story to internal and external stakeholders. Our work increases understanding and awareness, inspires action and empowers decision-making to advance the state's climate and clean energy goals.</p> <p>Under the direction of the Media Relations and Special Events Branch Manager, the Public Information Officer supports the CEC's overall communications strategy by handling social media and coordinating public outreach and stakeholder engagement campaigns. The office is looking for an individual with strong writing and editing skills, experience in handling media relations, experience in organizing outreach and stakeholder engagement initiatives, and be able to flourish in a collaborative team.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications (MQs): The MQs for this classification can be found at Information Officer I (Specialist) - CalHR. The documents you submit in your application package must highlight how you meet the MQs. If the MQs are not met, you will not be considered for this position.</p> <p>Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking a brief survey at CEC Recruitment Survey.</p> <p>You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.</p> <p>Working Conditions</p> <p>This position provides hybrid telework opportunities. Beginning July 1, 2025, employees may be required to work in-person four days per week under the Energy Commission's telework policy currently under development as required by Executive Order N-22-25 and current CalHR guidance. CEC will review requests for exemptions on a case-by-case basis, with consideration to operational needs and the benefits of in-person interaction. Teleworking is only available for employees who reside in California. You must be located in California and provide your in-state address prior to your start date. Regular and consistent attendance is essential to successful performance. Occasional travel may be required based on the needs of the division.</p> <p>New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.</p> <p>Minimum Requirements</p> <p>You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.</p> <ul> <li>INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST) </li></ul> <p>Additional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Job Application Package Checklist </li><li>Duty Statement </li></ul> <p>Position Details</p> <p>Job Code #:</p> <p>JC-477734</p> <p>Position #(s):</p> <p>535-180-5601-9XX</p> <p>Working Title:</p> <p>Public Information Officer for Social Media</p> <p>Classification:</p> <p>INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)</p> <p>$5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A</p> <p># of Positions:</p> <p>1</p> <p>Work Location:</p> <p>Sacramento County</p> <p>Telework:</p> <p>Hybrid</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>12 Month Limited Term - Full Time</p> <p>Department Information</p> <p>The CEC was established by the Legislature in 1974 to address energy challenges facing the state. Today, the CEC is the state's primary energy policy and planning agency and is leading the state to a 100% clean energy future. Serving all Californians, the CEC embodies diversity, equity, and inclusion, and has taken an active and meaningful role in creating an environment that enables each employee to thrive. The CEC operates under the umbrella of the California Natural Resources Agency and shares offices with the agency in a LEED Platinum Certified Building in downtown Sacramento.</p> <p>The California Energy Commission seeks an Information Officer I (Specialist) in the Media and Public Communications Office. If you are interested in a challenging and exciting career in clean energy and are passionate about renewable, efficient, and reliable energy that addresses climate change, join our diverse team of global energy leaders! The California Energy Commission plays a lead role in creating the energy system of the future, not just in California, but globally.</p> <p>This position is open to interested applicants who qualify. This can be a multi-step process. To be eligible to be hired:</p> <ul> <li>Create an online CalCareers account. For a tutorial on the state application process, visit California State Hiring Process Instructional Video Series - YouTube or contact Careers@energy.ca.gov. </li><li>Complete and pass the Information Officer I (Specialist) exam to be eligible to be hired for available positions. See information on Energy Commission Assessments and Exams. </li><li>To apply for this position, submit an application package through your CalCareers account. An application package must include all items under the "Required Application Package Documents" section. Resumes will not be accepted in place of a State Examination and Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications must include "to" and "from" dates (month/day/year), time base (full-time/part-time/number of hours per week/month), and applicable civil service classifications. </li></ul> <p>Department Website: https://www.energy.ca.gov</p> <p>Special Requirements</p> <p>You must include the following if you are applying by mail or in person:</p> <p>1) How you are eligible (list eligibility, transfer within state service, reinstatement, SROA/surplus, etc.) in the Explanations box on the first page of the STD. 678.</p> <p>2) The Job Control number JC- 477734 and the title of the position you are applying for in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) box on the first page of the STD. 678.</p> <p>3) Request for Personnel Action Number RPA 180-357 in the Explanations box of the STD. 678.</p> <p>4) Your original signature at the bottom of the first page of the STD. 678.</p> <p>5) Include unofficial school transcripts with your application package if the position you are applying for has an educational requirement. You may be required to provide official transcripts if hired.</p> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Final Filing Date: 6/2/2025</p> <p>Who May Apply</p> <p>Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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.</p> <p>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).</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>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:</p> <p>Address for Mailing Application Packages</p> <p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p> <p>California Energy Commission</p> <p>Personnel Office - Postal</p> <p>Attn: RPA 180-357 | JC-477734</p> <p>715 P Street, MS-3</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</p> <p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p> <p>California Energy Commission</p> <p>Personnel Office - Drop Off</p> <p>RPA 180-357 | JC-477734</p> <p>715 P Street, MS-3</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM</p> <p>Required Application Package Documents</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>Resume is required and must be included. </li><li>Other - Cover Letter - Include a cover letter of no more than one page in length describing why you are the best candidate for this position. </li><li>Statement of Qualifications - Please see below for Statement of Qualifications information. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>Desirable Qualifications</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills. </li><li>Background in journalism/media relations/public relations/marketing. </li><li>Experience with social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn. </li><li>Experience in responding to media inquiries by serving as a media spokesperson or preparing spokespeople for interviews. </li><li>Experience in developing and executing strategic communications materials such as news releases, social media, blog posts, and talking points. </li><li>Experience as lead coordinator/project manager in developing and executing public communications outreach campaigns using social media. </li><li>Experience interacting with a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials, nonprofit organizations, and private industry. </li><li>Interest in energy and energy climate change issues. </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.</p> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.</p> <p>Department Website: https://www.energy.ca.gov</p> <p>Human Resources Contact:</p> <p>Personnel Office</p> <p>(916) 654-4309</p> <p>personnel.services@energy.ca.gov</p> <p>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.</p> <p>EEO Contact:</p> <p>Carousel Gore</p> <p>(916) 661-8122</p> <p>Carousel.Gore@energy.ca.gov</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Statement of Qualifications</p> <p>Include an SOQ that answers the questions below. Your SOQ should be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, with no smaller than 12-point font. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Visit How to Write a Statement of Qualifications for instructions.</p> <ul> <li>Describe your experience in public communications, journalism, or media relations, and how that experience relates to this position's duty statement. </li><li>Describe your experience with managing and developing social media strategies for a business or organization. Provide an example of a campaign you developed and executed from start to finish. </li></ul> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>