Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision and direction of the Staff Services Manager I, provides a variety of receipt, storage, issuance, and shipping functions and support for programs and activities within the Shipping and Receiving Unit for the CalEPA Headquarters Building and its Boards, Departments, and Offices. The incumbent must also be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently, perform heavy physical labor, estimate possible future demands of various supplies based on past needs, operate powered or nonpowered materials handling equipment as necessary, and maintain a safe work environment.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is not currently eligible for telework. The incumbent will be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

• Position located in a high-rise building
• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods. 
• Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.) 
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone. 
• Must be able to move/transport materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Additional working condition(s): Must be able to: (1) Make deliveries throughout a 25-story building, (2) Operate powered and non-powered materials handling equipment, (3) Stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, (4) Go up and down stairs and ladders, (5) Reach, turn, kneel, bend, and climb, and (6) Adapt to rotational cross-training.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. The SOQ documents each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Candidates whose applications do not include the required SOQ will not be considered for this position. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

• Require Name on SOQ
• Require Job Control Number on SOQ
• Maximum number of pages: 2
• Additional requirements: The SOQ must be typed in 12-point font. Applicants must use a narrative format (not a bulleted summary).

To complete the SOQ for this position, please answer the following prompts:

1. Identify how your experience prepared you to perform the duties included in the Duty Statement. Provide examples.
2. Describe your experience independently problem-solving and making decisions in a Shipping and Receiving environment. Provide examples.
3. Provide an example of how you are customer focused and act based on the needs of internal and external customers.

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:

Candidates must possess the ability to:

1. Establish and maintain effective, cooperative, and professional relationships with various stakeholders (e.g., internal staff, building personnel, vendors, etc.); 
2. Prioritize and schedule work efficiently; and
3. Handle stress and deadlines. 
4. Excellent customer service; excellent attendance and punctuality; effective organizational skills; proficient verbal and written communication skills; and adaptability in a fast-paced, challenging environment are vital attributes for the successful candidate. 

ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION: The California Environmental Protection Agency reserves the right to require a new probation period for any transfers.

Benefits

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

• Nearby (third-party) parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• Gym
• Daycare facility (third party)

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.  Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) - Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

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