Community Outreach Specialist

Job Description and Duties

The Analyst III, Community Outreach Specialist, serves as a highly- skilled, Department specialist on outreach and community engagement for the Office of Community Awareness, Response, and Engagement (CARE) within the California Department of Justice (DOJ). CARE works directly with community organizations, state and local elected officials, and members of the public to help ensure the inclusion of diverse perspectives in the state's work. Specifically, CARE focuses on cultivating relationships with historically marginalized and underrepresented communities in line with DOJ's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work on behalf of the people of California, including in the fight for environmental, economic, and social justice.

The Analyst III is responsible for establishing and building relationships through outreach and engagement with community-based organizations, local and state agencies, faith-based groups, and external stakeholders and constituencies. The Analyst III will independently develop and manage CARE programs in support of the Attorney General’s initiatives, which includes planning and developing outreach strategies; identifying and analyzing data and trends related to the Attorney General’s initiatives, and developing solutions and available resources. Program assignments may change to adjust to the Attorney General’s initiative priorities. The Analyst III will collaborate regularly with Executive Office staff and senior department management.

Working Conditions

This position has been designated as eligible for telework and is currently a remote-centered position. The position may however require in-person attendance when requested. The selected candidate would report to Department of Justice office in San Bernardino when required to attend mandated in-person meetings, trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office for required events are the responsibility of the employee. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-523018) and the 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 Application.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.

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:

• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and perform multiple tasks with accuracy
• Possess a high degree of initiative
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Excellent meeting facilitation skills, including the ability to effectively present information to a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to build and maintain trust-based relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse local leaders from historically underrepresented communities within a stated geographic region

Benefits

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

Additional Job Related Information

Application Filing Information : Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

This position may be filled in San Diego (JC-522784), Imperial (JC-523011), San Bernardino (JC-523018), or Riverside (JC-523022). If you have previously applied to any of these job controls, please do not re-apply as your application is already in consideration.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  In a 1-2 page written narrative (i.e., essay format, no lists or bullets), please answer the following questions. Please address each question individually and clearly label (e.g., “Question 1” & “Question 2”) which question you are responding to in your submission. It is important to note that failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications and/or failure to follow the specific instructions noted above may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

  Question 1: Drawing from the experience, education, and training highlighted in your application, explain what drew you to the position and how your background has prepared you to meet its responsibilities.

  Question 2: Describe your experience leading community outreach initiatives, from initial planning through execution. In your response, a) expand on specific positions listed in your application where you carried out this work, and b) describe the types of community outreach and engagement initiatives you have managed.