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How to Find a Government JobBrian PierskallaJanuary 17, 2012

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In a survey covering 1,262 respondents, among them, 47% (593) said they wanted to apply for civil service jobs because the government provides job security and it is unlikely to lay off any staff.

Fringe benefits made 34 percent of respondents express their interest in working for the government.

Most of California is under a “Hiring Freeze”, True. BUT…You’ll want to be there when the Floodgates Open!

State Personnel Board /Statewide – Needs “Staff Services Analyst”

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State Civil Service Hiring Process

Find Job Recruitments How to read an Exam Bulletin Create My Profile Score/Ranking/Eligible Lists Search for Vacancies Hiring Interview & Probationary Period

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Student Employment Information

Search for exams

E-Notify

Currently posted exams

Student Information

Other SPB programs

Job descriptions & salary information

Different options to search by

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To search specific job titles: utilize the keywords option before selecting the search option

To view all examination bulletins

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To view bulletins click at job titles

Open examinations

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Bulletin shows pertinent information related to exam

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Must meet the MQs to be able to apply & take examination.

When the eligibility expires

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Can also be called “Scope”

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Dept responsible for examination

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If an application has been created indicate that you have previously registered and agree to the terms of the exam

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Click at New User?

Click at New User?

To create application-on-file

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Step 1-Read through instructions

Step 2-Select “Apply Online” icon at bottom of page

Step 3-Agree to terms of use & select “I am a NEW USER” if you have not created an application

Step 4-Fill out subsequent pages related to education & employment history

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Login

Update address & contact info

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To edit & view application

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To view ranking

Score

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Eligible list will show # of ranks, # of candidates on list, and the candidates' corresponding Score & Rank on that eligibility list

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At Home tab

Search for vacancies

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The Vacancy Search allows the user to view all vacancies or modify the search by location, classification, salary, or a combination of criteria

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Utilize the easy search option to view all vacancies by classification title or a keyword

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Vacancy Listings will show salary level, position type, and deadline to submit an application

Selecting the link related to the particular vacancy will provide additional information related to the position, along with an address of where to mail applications and contact person to answer questions related to the position

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Candidates can sign up to be notified via email when similar vacancies are posted

Questions should be directed to hiring dept

• Departments have discretion to interview and/or hire anyone in top three ranks.

• Hiring interview is conducted after you establish list eligibility.

• Find out about the mission/functions of the department.

• Review the duties and responsibilities on the job posting.

• If you are not selected, continue to apply for other job vacancies.

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Once hired:• Probationary period can be six months to one year

depending on the classification.• When you successfully complete your probation, you

will attain permanent status as a State employee.• You can take other examinations while on probation

as long as you meet minimum qualifications.• You can transfer to other State agencies, but it is

recommended that you first pass probation.

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California State Assoc. of Counties; www.counties.org

CalOpps; www.calopps.org Government Jobs;

www.governmentjobs.org Assoc. of Bay Area Governments;

www.abag.ca.gov CA State Jobs; www.jobs.ca.gov &

www.spb.ca.gov Federal Jobs; www.usajobs.gov