EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.Position DetailsJob Code #:JC-513624Position #(s):280-129-9194-037Working Title: Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Outreach (MSFW) Classification:EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE$4,055.00 - $4,837.00 A$4,390.00 - $5,495.00 B$5,041.00 - $6,310.00 CNew to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.# of Positions:1Work Location:Sonoma CountyTelework:In OfficeJob Type:Permanent, Full TimeWork Shift:8:00am - 5:00pmWork Week:Monday - FridayDepartment InformationThe 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: http://www.edd.ca.govJob Description And DutiesTHIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT, IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RE-APPLY.THIS IS A BILINGUAL - SPANISH POSITION; MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A BILINGUAL - SPANISH FLUENCY EXAMINATION.Migrant and Seasonal Farm Worker (MSFW) Outreach Worker (OW) will work with farmworkers, employers, agencies and community based organizations. The OW will promote the programs and services the Employment Development Department (EDD) offers. Employer field visits are conducted to educate employers on regulations and appropriate work conditions. OW will conduct employer field visits to ensure employers are in compliance with the Department of Labor (DOL) laws and regulations. The OW will take appropriate action to correct issues of non-compliance in addition to record complaints/concerns of the MSFW's.OW provides customer service in offering avenues for training and/or employment referrals. The OW will work with partners to provide supportive services and resources. The OW will work with a diverse groups. The OW will conduct CalJOBSSM registration, record services, enter case notes and assist with resume building. The OW will conduct presentations at community based organizations and participate in job and resource fairs. The OW works as a mobile office providing services within the EDD umbrella such as Disability, Unemployment Insurance and Paid Family Leave. The OW will log detailed monthly reports, and at the end of each month. Provide a detailed report of the services provided and related contacts made.This is a bilingual Spanish position and you must be able to read, write and speak Spanish.This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change as business needs arise.EDD employees will be required to report to their headquarters office on their assigned in-office days. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the EDD’s policies.Travel may be required with this position.Position exists at 606 Healdsburg Ave.Santa Rosa, CA 95401 ARU 129If you have questions about the actual position, please contact the “Hiring Unit Contact” listed below under Contact Information.Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .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. It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.calcareers.ca.gov .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 Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) 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.Examination/AssessmentTo apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:Employment Program Representative BulletinFor more information about the State hiring process, click here . To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job, click here .Application InstructionsCompleted 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: 5/16/2026Who May ApplyIndividuals 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).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 ApplyComplete 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 PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:Employment Development DepartmentMail In AddressAttn: Job Control #513624Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54PO Box 826880Sacramento , CA 94280-0001Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:Employment Development DepartmentDrop Off AddressAttn: Job Control #513624EDD/Human Resource Services Division1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobbySacramento , CA 9581408:00 AM - 04:30 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.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.