Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The California Department of Justice’s Bureau of Firearms ensures that the state’s firearms laws are administered fairly, enforced vigorously, and understood uniformly throughout California. We are hiring a Supervising Program Technician II to assist with the Carry Concealed Weapons licensing program.

Under the general supervision of a Staff Services Manager, in the Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) Licensing Team, the Supervising Program Technician II (SPT II) supervises technical operations in the Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) Team. Duties include supervising support staff assigned to the CCW Licensing Team; assisting in planning and directing CCW Licensing Team technical operations; and advising the CCW License Team Crime Analyst Supervisor (CAS) of technical issues related to CCW firearms laws and regulations.

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Working Conditions

DOJ has adopted telework for employees who can effectively perform their essential work functions remotely. After an initial training period, this position may allow for some telework opportunities. All telework schedules are based on current conditions and may be reevaluated as conditions change.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• Clearly indicate the Job Control (JC-494543) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
• Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only.
• A fingerprint check will be required.
• If interested in this position, please apply and List/Transfer eligibility will be verified.
• Failure to submit the required application documents may result in the disqualification of your application.

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:

Knowledge of: Modern office methods, equipment, and procedures; and appropriate laws, rules, regulations, and policies of the State of California governing the program area(s) for which the examination is being administered.

Ability to: Perform clerical and technical work; follow directions; evaluate situations accurately and take effective action; learn and apply laws, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies; make arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy; read and write English at a level required for successful job performance; meet and deal tactfully with the public, co-workers and/or clients, either face-to-face or by telephone.

In addition, the SPT II should have the ability to research and reconcile incomplete or inaccurate records generated from reports and database systems; understand the criminal justice system, confidentiality, and State and Federal laws and regulations as it relates to an applicant's eligibility to purchase, possess, or own firearms in California; and communicate via phone, facsimile or email with law enforcement and other government agencies.

Benefits

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

Timely Filing of Applications

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your  application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.  Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below.  The SOQ must be typed, no more than one page in length, and 12-point Arial font. 

  1. Describe your experience working in a fast-paced environment tasked with multiple, time-sensitive projects.
  2. Please provide a written narrative of how your education, experience, and training specifically apply to the job duties, and how your skills make you a desirable candidate for this position.

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