Field Representative, Orange, California

Job Description and Duties

Under the Staff Services Manager I, Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, the Field Representative will be responsible for preparing, updating, and distributing training materials for statewide outreach that are used by long-term care facilities to train employees, will provide advice and assistance to other government agencies and the legislature will conduct liaison and outreach to governmental and non-governmental organizations to inform, educate, promote referrals, and improve compliance with mandatory reporting of elder abuse, and will evaluate legislation that affects elder abuse.

The Field Representative will also provide training, guidance, and assistance to the Office of Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Department of Public Health, Department of Health Care Services, and Department of Social Services concerning mandatory reporting of elder abuse and the investigation and prosecution of elder neglect and other abuse. The Field Representative will conduct presentations and training to community groups, health care providers, emergency responders, advocacy organizations, District Attorneys, law enforcement, partner agencies, Adult Protective Services, and other government agencies and non-governmental organizations.

The Field Representative will evaluate current and proposed Federal, State, and DMFEA, sponsored legislation, report the impact upon elder abuse operations, and make recommendations to management

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Telework is available but is contingent on DMFEA's operational needs. Telework requires California residency.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FIELD REPRESENTATIVE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-373471

Position #(s):

423-664-8519-901

Working Title:

Field Representative

Classification:

FIELD REPRESENTATIVE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
$5,838.00 - $7,258.00

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Orange County

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

DMFEA Personnel

Work Shift:

Day

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Administrative Branch, Sacramento (JC-373449), but may be filled in West Covina (JC-373467), San Diego county (JC-373470) or Orange (JC-373471).

• The Department of Justice may consider a Training & Development (T&D) assignment for this recruitment. If you are applying for a T&D assignment, please note "T&D" in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Application (STD 678) form.

• Individuals who are new to State service or looking to promote must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the Department of Justice. To access the Field Representative Examination and obtain list eligibility, please click HERE . Additional exams and information can be found at: https://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams .

• For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov .

Special Requirements

• Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
  
• A fingerprint check is required .
• These positions entail frequent travel locally and throughout the state. Therefore, possession of a valid California Driver's License (CDL) is preferred. Please answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application, and provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
  

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/8/2023
Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Justice

Attn: Layla Arshadi (JC - 373471)

2329 Gateway Oaks Drive

Sacramento , CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Justice

Attn: Layla Arshadi (JC - 373471)

2329 Gateway Oaks Drive

Sacramento , CA 95833

09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with client agencies located throughout the state.
• Ability to independently perform field liaison work to determine audit compliance within various agency types.
• Ability to facilitate training and working sessions using multiple delivery methods, including webinars, conference calls, and recorded media.
• Excellent organizational skills to ensure audit findings are issued in a timely manner.
• Diplomacy in working with agencies to address compliance issues and work towards a resolution.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint software as well as different types of case management systems/programs.

Benefits

Benefit Information - Please access this link for information on benefits afforded to employees who work for the State of California - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Layla Arshadi
(916) 559-6181
DMFEA_Personnel@doj.ca.gov

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.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information on Application Filing

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 the 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Closing Date/Time: 6/8/2023