Job Description

Job Description and Duties

**This is a 12 month Limited-Term position that may be extended up to 24 months and/or with the possibility of becoming permanent.**

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all.  We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

As a trainee, ensure public safety communications systems are P25 Compliant and function in order to meet customers’ requirements. Travel to urban, remote, valley and mountainous environments at ground level to excess of 10 thousand feet to perform installation, maintenance, repairs, configuration, programming, and operational checks on PSCE located throughout the State including but not limited to assigned repair shops, dispatch centers, highly restricted and confidential government buildings, and field sites which may include towers and antenna structures extending up to and above 100 feet off of the ground. Operate 4 wheel-drive, side-by-side UTV, and snow vehicles in inclement weather conditions such as rain, snow, and mud, on both paved and unpaved roads to perform testing, repair, configuration, programming, and maintenance work. Under close supervision, ensure systems are functional and operating within specifications and in accordance with FCC and TDM.

Under close supervision, uses physical agility and stamina to work on and around telecommunications equipment, systems, towers, antenna structures and radio vaults and uneven, rocky ground in inclement weather conditions such as rain, snow, extreme heat, cold, and wind. Incumbents will learn how to install, repair, configuration, programming, and maintenance of PSCE which operates within frequencies from 30 megahertz to 960 megahertz such as, trunked/conventional base stations, mobile repeaters, simulcast systems, mobile radios, handheld radios, computer-based logging recorders, computer-based dispatch console systems, networks core equipment, switches, routers, servers, firewalls, radio over internet protocol (RoIP), voice over internet protocol (VoIP), local/wide area PSCE networks, public address systems, and combining antenna system, PSCE direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) power systems, and telephone equipment to component level using specialized test equipment.

Assist with maintaining and improving a variety of public safety radio systems. Remain current on industry standards and improved technology and techniques. Ensure compliance with laws, rules, and regulations. Traveling inside/outside of your assigned area for emergencies and projects for up to 2-week periods.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

DMV Pull Program
Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

In Office
This position supports the day-to-day business operations which is handled in the office. This is not considered a hybrid telework position.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Application Package Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the  Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678. 
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678. 
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You  must  complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section) . Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter. 
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.  

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**

**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**

**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

Benefits

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

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

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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Traineeship, Work experience placement, Local area, Remote job, Flexible hours,

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