ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Job Description and Duties **This is a re-advertisement. Candidates who previously applied do not need to re-apply. Your application package is on file.** 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. Public Safety Communications (PSC), Microwave Engineering Division, CAPSNET Access unit, is responsible for a wide array of engineering activities and services related to the public safety communications systems engineering and design for public safety agencies, including both state and non-state entities, operating within the State of California. Under the direction of a Senior Telecommunications Engineer, the Electrical Engineer assists the Associate and Senior engineers in telecommunications engineering work in connection with design, installation, maintenance and operation of statewide telecommunications systems. In large system implementations, the incumbent assists engineering lead persons. Participates in developing technical reports and equipment selection criteria; providing project cost estimates for parts and labor; and notifying the supervisor of risks to project budget, schedule, or scope. Additionally, the incumbent ensures engineering services for public safety communications meet the critical operational requirements of the state. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. Application Package RequirementsTo 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.** 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: • Experience or knowledge of telecommunications or networking equipment and the documenting and/or coordinating installation thereof. • Familiarity and/or ability with the following concepts: a. DC Power systems.b. Experience planning or implementing radio telecom systems.c. Lab/troubleshooting experience with radio or networking equipment.d. Site investigation and documentation for equipment installations. • Experience successfully using oral and written communications skills to present and/or create test reports and/or produce step-by-step instructions for installations of electronics equipment; preferably, but not limited to, radio, telecom, or IP devices. • Ability to be an effective contributor on multi-disciplinary collaborative projects. Statement of Qualifications All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Your SOQ may determine your qualifications for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you may proceed to the hiring interview. A resume in lieu of SOQ responses may disqualify applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Please review the Duty Statement and the Desirable Qualifications for the Electrical Engineer, CAPSNET Access Unit. The SOQ should outline how you meet any or all of the desirable qualifications outlined in the Desirable Qualifications and Duty Statement. SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS: • The SOQ shall not be 3 or more pages, single-sided. PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING: • Describe an engineering experience working with a team to achieve a common project goal. Specifically outline what your role and responsibilities were on the project and how they relate to the desirable qualifications for this position. • Describe experience level you may have planning the installation of, testing, troubleshooting, and/or evaluating the performance of telecommunication and/or network devices. In your description specifically speak to your familiarity with all four of the following subjects: • Radio telecom system installations. • DC or battery powered systems. • IP Network system topology. • Equipment evaluation, documentation and/or writing technical instructions. For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog: Upload SOQ to your Application Package