WAREHOUSE WORKER

Job Description and Duties 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. About the position The Warehouse Worker is responsible for accomplishing and coordinating activities in support of the courier, shipping, receiving, and stockroom workload. The Warehouse Worker will perform journeyperson work in the receipt, storage, inventory, and issue of materials. Duties will include sensitive public contact with other state agencies such as the Governor's Office and many control agencies. About the Southern California CampusThe new Southern California campus will serve as a central hub for coordinating emergency response and recovery efforts across the region. The campus will support responses to earthquakes, wildfires, floods, droughts, and other emergencies, while also strengthening preparedness and coordination during non-emergency periods. Located on a 15-acre site in Costa Mesa, the campus will bring together state and local partners to improve communication, coordination, and collaboration. It will provide additional support and capacity during emergencies and complement the existing State Operations Center in Mather. The campus will play an important role in supporting communities throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, and the Inland Empire. Its work will help local governments prepare for disasters, coordinate response operations, and support recovery efforts with the shared goal of protecting Californians and helping communities recover from emergencies. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a(n) Fork Lift License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO THE POST & BID PROCESS:Priority will be given to Cal OES Post & Bid applicants (if any). Post & Bid applications must be received or post marked no later than 11/05/2026, to be considered. Post & Bid applications will be accepted from individuals currently employed by the Cal OES, with permanent status in the classification. 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: Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued. Knowledge of: Modern warehousing methods and practices, including the keeping of receiving, shipping, and inventory records; freight rates and classifications; Office of Procurement specifications; regulations involved with consolidated freight shipments, stock array systems; freight claim procedure; operation of motorized material handling equipment; inventory and quality control. Ability to: Read and write English at a level required for successful job performance; perform heavy physical labor; estimate possible future demands of various supplies based upon past needs; direct the work of others; keep accurate records and prepare reports of work done; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; learn the operation of forklifts and other types of motorized material handling equipment. 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. A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position. SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS: • The SOQ should be no more than one page, single-spaced, single-sided in 12-point Arial font. PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING: • Describe your experience receiving, storing, tracking and issuing inventory or supplies. • Describe your experience with warehouse work and include your experience using forklifts and other warehouse machinery. Please give an example. 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