EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

California Employment Development Department (EDD); California; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is hiring a Local Veterans Employer Representative to advocate for veterans with businesses and community partners. You will promote EDD programs and provide employer services focused on veteran hiring, working with JVSG and WS teams.

This permanent, full-time role may offer a hybrid work schedule. Applicants should be prepared for in-office days and occasional travel within California, with a salary in the specified range and a start date after final

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Veteran as defined in Title 38 U.S.C. 4101.
• SOQ required with two pages addressing the questions listed in the posting.
• Permanent, full-time position with potential telework/office arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for all veterans served by the local AJCC with businesses, industry and community organizations.
• Promote the Employment Development Department (EDD), Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG) and Workforce Services (WS) programs by providing employer services with emphasis on hiring veterans.
• Serve as a liaison to employers to connect veterans with suitable job opportunities and resources.
• Coordinate with the hiring unit and travel as required to fulfill program goals.

Job description

Job Posting:Local Veterans Employer Representative

Employment Development Department

JC-537325 -

JC-537325 - Local Veterans Employer Representative EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

$4,055.00 - $6,310.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/12/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Do you have a passion for helping? Are you a Veteran (as defined in Title 38, United States Code, Section 4101) that wants to help Veterans get back into the workforce by being an active member of a Business Services Team? Do you enjoy talking to others? Can you promote the skills veterans bring to the workforce? Are you outgoing, a self-starter and enjoy working independently? We are seeking a dedicated Veteran to advocate for all veterans served by the local AJCC with businesses, industry and other community based organizations. You would promote the Employment Development Department (EDD), Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG) and Workforce Services (WS) programs by providing employer business services with the maximum emphasis directed toward hiring veterans.

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 located at 1325 Pine St, Redding, CA 96001.

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.

Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

In state travel - May be required to travel for training or to work at other Workforce Services locations.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE $4,055.00 - $4,837.00A $4,390.00 - $5,495.00B $5,041.00 - $6,310.00C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

The 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.

Applicant must be a qualified Veteran and submit copy of DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge of Active Duty as well as any supporting documentation administered by the Department of Veteran's Affair showing service-connected disability.

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.

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:

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Amber Yearton
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.To be considered for the position, applicants must submit an SOQ along with their application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills qualifies you for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

SOQs must have both first and last name and be no more than two (2) pages in length. The SOQ must specifically address the following questions in the order listed below and each response must be numbered to clearly indicate which question you are responding to:

• Describe your transferable or relevant skills you obtained in the military as it relates to the position advertisement.
• Describe in detail the steps that you take to provide outstanding customer service and any experience you may have with providing information or services to the public.
• Describe the approach you would use when reaching out to a new organization or employer.
• Describe in detail your approach to meeting multiple deadlines with conflicting due dates.

Please contact the hiring manager if you have any questions or would like further clarification on these requirements.

Write your responses carefully. Initial evaluation of each applicant will be based on the content of the answers and written communication skills demonstrated on their submitted SOQ.

Resumes do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Applicants who fail to follow these requirements or who do not provide responses to the specific questions in the order listed may be disqualified from the selection process.

Post and Bid Information

This is a Post & Bid Position which means eligible Post & Bid candidates will have first consideration. However, if no Post & Bid candidates apply, this position will be open for consideration to all interested candidates.

Post and Bid Candidates who are current employees of EDD, in the classification of DIPR, with permanent status and who meet all requirements of the posted position, including any special requirements (language skills, veterans status, etc.) may fax or email your DE 855 P&B application to [phone] or to [e-mail] .For current Post and Bid positions and filing period dates, please refer to the Post and Bid Intranet web page. You must be signed in to the EDDNetsite to access this webpage.

Non Postand Bid Candidates who are current state employees with status in the above classification, eligible for lateral transfer from an equivalent class, or eligible for a Training & Development Assignment, former state employees who can reinstate into the above class, or persons who are reachable on a current employment list for the classification. All interested applicants, please refer to the “Application Instructions” section for more information.

POST AND BID INFORMATION: DOCUMENT #2791 - 0011in ARU 131.

Location: 1325 Pine St, Redding, CA 96001

Background Investigation Requirement The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation. However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless they receive a conditional offer of employment.

The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department. The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s).

The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies. Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "NotQualified."

ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.

Click on the link to complete the Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey: EDD Recruitment Survey

Merit System Principles
Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx

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.

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.