ACSED Resource Information

ACSED Resource Information

For

Jobseekers with Disabilities

October 2017

The Association

California State Employees with Disabilities (ACSED)

ACSED is pleased to share the information in this handout for jobseekers with disabilities who are interested in a career with the State of California.

The information is from state departments who partnered with ACSED as Champion Partners at the 2017 Training Symposium. These departments elected to offer this disability outreach information as a benefit of their partnership with ACSED.

We appreciate the efforts of these departments and encourage you to consider them in your job search. We also would like to remind you that countless other state departments have job openings and are interested in finding qualified applicants, including those of personswith disabilities.

Please cast a wide net and set your hopes high as you seek a career in state service.

The best to you in your search!

California Highway Patrol (CHP)

Address/Location(s):

From the most northern to the most southern locations of California, the CHP has Divisions, Area Offices, Inspection Facilities, and Communication and Dispatch Centers throughout the state. The CHP Headquarters and Academy are both located in Sacramento, California.

Mission of the CHP:

To provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security.

What makes the CHP a good place for a qualified person with a disability to work?

The CHP is an equal opportunity employer and strives for a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. With over 100 locations throughout the state of California, interested persons with disabilities are always encouraged to apply for positions within the CHP.

Several resources are extended to applicants and employees who have disabilities. It is the policy of the CHP to offer reasonable accommodation to all individuals throughout departmental examination and hiring stages. Another critical resource for persons with disabilities is the Limited Examination and Assistance Program (LEAP). This confidential hiring process was designed to provide an alternative method of assessing the qualifications and skills of applicants with disabilities. Although LEAP is offered by various state agencies, the CHP heavily utilizes this program because there are multiple classifications for which applicants can apply.

Additionally, the CHP’s Disability Advisory Committee(DAC), also known as the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities, partners with the Office of the Commissioner and the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity to promote disability awareness to all departmental employees and the public, and encourages the hiring and promotion of persons with disabilities.

Number of full-time employees:

As of December 2016, the CHP has 10,497 full-time employees.

Classifications for which CHP is currently hiring:

The lists of classifications include, but are not limited to:

Accountant I (Specialist)
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
Automotive Technician II
Cadet
Commercial Vehicle Inspection Specialist
Custodian
Groundskeeper
Maintenance Worker
Office Assistant (Typing)
Office Services Supervisor I (Typing)
Office Services Supervisor II
Office Technician (Typing)
Property Controller I
Public Safety Dispatcher
Public Safety Dispatch Supervisor I
Public Safety Operator
Staff Information Systems Analyst
Staff Programmer Analyst (Specialist)
Staff Services Analyst
Supervising Program Technician III
Systems Software Specialist I/II/III
Word Processing Technician

Entry level classifications and estimated number of positions:

Entry level classifications currently hiring include, but are not limited to:

Accountant I (Specialist)
Cadet
Commercial Vehicle Inspection Specialist
Custodian
Groundskeeper
Office Assistant (Typing)
Office Services Supervisor I (Typing)
Office Technician (Typing)
Public Safety Dispatcher
Public Safety Operator
Staff Services Analyst
Word Processing Technician.

Use of LEAP classifications:

Common classifications the CHP uses include:

Office Assistant (Typing)
Office Technician (Typing)
Custodian
Groundskeeper
Program Technician
Staff Services Analyst.

The use of LEAP classifications may vary depending which positions are available to hire and which applicant is chosen to move forward in the hiring process.

LEAP Coordinator contact information:

Kristine Lozoya, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity

Phone: (916) 843-3190

E-mail:

Use of Student Assistants:

As of June 2017, the CHP has 6 Student Assistants.

The contact person for Student Assistant positions is determined by the location of the office where the support is needed.

Disability Advisory Committee Chair:

CHP Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities

Captain Sean Coyle

Los Angeles, CA

Phone: (213) 744-2269

E-mail:

Other information qualified applicants with disabilities should know:

The CHP has nearly 11,000 uniform and nonuniform employees. Whether one has a disability or not, the goal of the Department is to provide the necessary resources in order to develop and support its employees.

DepartmentofDevelopmentalService (DDS)

Addressorlocation(s)

Headquarters: 16009thStreet, Sacramento,CA95814 and at Developmental Centers around the state.

Mission:

TheDepartmentofDevelopmentalServices(DDS)iscommittedtoproviding leadershipthatresultsinqualityservicestothepeopleofCaliforniaand assurestheopportunityforindividualswithdevelopmentaldisabilitiesto exercisetheirrighttomakechoices.

A developmental disability is a condition that originates before an individual reaches age 18, is expected to continue indefinitely, and constitutes a substantialimpairment in three or more areas of major life activity.Developmental disabilities include Intellectual Disability, Autism, Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, and disabling conditions closely related to Intellectual Disability or requiring treatment similar to that required by a person with Intellectual Disability referred to as Fifth Category. The service delivery system, which offers personalized supports, includes individuals with developmental disabilities, their families and/or legal representatives, advocacy and professional organizations, the State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD), direct service providers, developmental centers, regional centers, and DDS.

WhatmakesDDS agoodplaceforaqualifiedpersonwithadisability towork?

It is the Department of Developmental Services and the State of California policy to encourage and enable people with disabilities to participate in the social and economic life of the state and to engage in remunerative employment. Furthermore, it is the Department's policy that qualified people with disabilities be employed on the same terms and conditions as people without disabilities. Reasonable accommodation must be provided to enable a qualified applicant/employee with a disability to perform the essentialfunctions of a job they are seeking or are assigned.

Number of full-time employees: 3,900

Classifications for DDS is currently hiring:

Administrative Assistant I
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
Auditor
Community Program Specialist II
Nurse Consultant Ill
Research Analyst II
Senior Psychologist (Health Facility)- Supervisor
System Software Specialist I (Technical)
System Software Specialist II (Technical)

Entry level classifications and estimated number of positions expected to open for hire in the next 12 month: None

Use of LEAP classifications?

Office Technician
Staff Services Analyst
Associate Governmental
Program Analyst

LEAP Coordinator contact information

Ebenezer Ampah (Temporary Assignment)

Use of Student Assistants:

How many Student Assistants do you have? 2

Contact Person for Student Assistant positions

The contact person would be the Hiring Manager. Our Department typically hires student assistants for our Accounting Unit.

Disability Advisory Committee Chair

Julia Edwards

916-654-2198

Employment Development Department (EDD)

Address/location(s): Various locations throughout California

Mission of EDD:

The EDD enhances California’s economic growth and prosperity by collaboratively delivering valuable and innovative services to meet the evolving needs of employers, workers, and job seekers.

What makes EDD a good place for a qualified person with a disability to work?

The EDD actively promotes and recognizes the contributions of employees with disabilities. The EDD has processes in place includingLEAP and the EDD Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program to help persons with disabilities become employees with EDD and obtain accommodations that will allow employees to execute the essential functions of their jobs.

Number of full-time employees:

6,953 (Total employee counts including part-time and permanent intermittent is 7,658)

Classifications for which you are currently hiring:

Accountant I
Accountant Trainee
Accounting Officer
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
Associate Information Systems Analyst
Associate Management Auditor
Associate Personnel Analyst
Associate Tax Auditor
Custodian
Data Processing Manager (DPM) II, DPM III
Digital Composition Specialist II
Disability Insurance Program Manager I
Disability Insurance Program Representative
Employment Development Specialist (EDS) I, EDS II
Employment Program Manager II
Employment Program Representative
Maintenance Mechanic
Office Assistant
Office Technician
Program Technician (PT), PT II, PT III
Senior Information Systems Analyst
Staff Information Systems Analyst
Staff Programmer Analyst
Staff Services Analyst
Staff Services Management Auditor
Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, SSM II
Student Assistant
Systems Software Specialist (SSS) I, SSS II, SSS III
Tax Administrator I
Tax Auditor
Tax Compliance Representative

Entry level classifications and estimated number of positions expected to open for hire in the next 12 months: Unknown

LEAP Coordinator contact information

Christina Castille

Phone: (916) 654-6157

Email:

Disability Advisory Committee Chair:

Ana Gregory, Chair

(916) 255-1169

Kimberly Frisella, Vice-Chair

(916) 431-6828

Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (OES)

Address: 3650 Schriever Avenue, Mather, CA 95655

Mission of OES:

OES protects lives and property, build capabilities, and support our communities for a resilient California.

What makes OES a good place for a qualified person with a disability to work?

We recognize and value that diversity exists within our organization, throughout our communities, and among our partners while demonstrating concern and compassion for all.

Number of full-time employees:

Approximately 1,000

Classifications for which you are currently hiring

Various- refer to Cal HR website-

Entry level classifications and estimated number of positions expected to open for hire in the next 12 months:

Accounting Technician (2)
Accountant Trainee (2)
Office Assistant (Typing) (1)
Office Technician (Typing) (10)
Staff Services Analyst (5)

Use of LEAP classifications:

Accounting Technician
Accountant Trainee
Attorney
Office Assistant (Typing)
Office Technician (Typing)
Research Analyst
Staff Services Analyst.

LEAP Coordinator contact information:

Patti Landaker

Phone: (916) 845-8321;

Email:

Use of Student Assistants:

We use Pride Industries to hire persons with disabilities onan intern basis; use unpaid internships during summer months (do not use student assistant positions).

Contact person for Student Assistant positions:

Unpaid internships:

Disability Advisory CommitteeChair:

Nicole Holm

Phone: (916) 845-8454

Email:

Department of General Services (DGS)

Address

707 3rd Street, West Sacramento, CA 95605

Mission of the department

We deliver results by providing timely, cost-effective services and products that support our customers while protecting the interests of the State of California.

What makes DGS a good place for a qualified person with a disability to work?

DGS is committed to a diverse and inclusive work force. DGS’ self-identified employees with disabilities make up 17.5% of DGS work force. DGS’ employment of individuals with disabilities has continued to increase each year. DGS actively and successfully utilizes the LEAP program for recruitment. In addition, DGS has an active DAC, whose activities are supported by theDGS EEO Office and the DGS Directorate.

Number of full-time employees: 3600 full-time employees

Classifications for which you are currently hiring

Accountant Trainee
Administrative Law Judge I (OAH)
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
Associate Architect
Associate Construction Analyst
Construction Supervisor III
Custodian
Digital Print Operator I and II
Direct Construction Supervisor I
District Structural Engineer
Fire and Life Safety Officer I (DSA)
Maintenance Mechanic
Office Building Manager III
Office Technician (Typing)
Presiding Administrative Law Judge (OAH)
Project Director I and II
Proofreader
Research Program Specialist II
Senior Delineator
Senior Elec Data Proc Acq Spec Tech
Staff Information Systems Analyst Specialist
Staff Services Analyst
Staff Services Manager I and III
Stationary Engineer

Entry level classifications and estimated number of positions expected to open for hire in the next 12 months

Custodian
Office Assistant
Office Technician
Staff Services Analyst

No estimate of expected number of vacancies

Use of LEAP classifications:

Accountant Trainee
Assistant Information Systems Analyst
Attorney
Custodian
Office Assistant
Office Technician
Program Technician
Staff Services Analyst

LEAP Coordinator contact information

Kevin Silvas

Phone: (916) 376-5123

Email:

How many Student Assistants do you have? 7

No specific contact person for student assistants

Disability Advisory Committee Chair

Tanya Little

(916) 376-4936

Email:

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR)

Address:1515 S Street, North Building, Sacramento, CA 95811

Mission of Cal HR:

To provide exceptional human resources leadership and services with integrity, respect and accountability to state departments and all current and prospective employees.

What makes CalHR a good place for a qualified person with a disability to work?

CalHR continually works to foster inclusiveness for persons with disabilities (PWDs), and endeavors to educate and sensitize employees to issues pertaining to PWDs. We have increased the numbers of PWDs in our department and, thus the increase has created further awareness.

Number of full-time employees: 288

Classifications Currently Recruiting for:

Associate Personnel Analyst
Legal Counsel
Legal Secretary
Office Technician (Typing)
Personnel Program Analyst
Senior Programmer Analyst
Staff Personnel Program Analyst
Staff Services Analyst

Entry Level Classifications CalHR uses:

Office Technician (Typing and General)
Personnel Technician I
Personnel Specialist
Accounting Technician
Accountant Trainee
Assistant Information Systems Analyst
Staff Services Analyst

Anticipated New Hires:79 positions expected to open up in the next 12 months (based on last year’s hires). Note: We had some new positions in addition to recruitments based on attrition.

Use of LEAP Classifications:

Office Technician (General and Typing)
Legal Counsel and Labor Relations Counsel (Use Attorney list as appropriate)
Accountant Trainee
Assistant Information Systems Analyst
Staff Services Analyst

CalHR’s LEAP Coordinator:

Jacquelyn Sanders

Phone: (916) 324-1128

Email:

Use of Student Assistants:

We have 5 student assistants. We do not have one specific contact person for student assistants but questions can be directed to the Human Resources Office at 916-322-2203.

Disability Advisory Committee Chair:

Tracy Caldwell

(916) 445-9760

Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)

Addresses/Location(s):

Central Office: 721 Capital Mall, Sacramento,Ca 95814 with various offices throughout the state.

Mission of DOR:

Vision: Employment, independence and equality for all Californians with disabilities.

Mission: The California Department of Rehabilitation works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living and equality for individuals with disabilities.

What makes your department a good place for a qualified person with a disability to work?

Our Department invests in our staff and provides an innovating work environment.

Number of Fulltime Employees: Approx. 1,700

Classifications for which you are currently hiring:

Custodian, Office Technician (Typing), Staff Services Analyst

Entry level classifications and estimated number of positions you expect to open for hire in the next 12 months: N/A or unknown

What LEAP classifications do you use?

Office Assistant (General)
Office Technician (General)
Office Technician (Typing)
Staff Services Analyst (General)

LEAP Coordinator contact information:

Victoria Medina-Perez

Phone: (916) 558-5575

Email:

Use of Student Assistants: NA or unknown

Michelle Davis

Phone: (916) 558-5551

Email:

Disability Advisory Committee Chair:

Steven Newcomb

Phone: (916) 558-5409

Email:

California Department of Social Services (DSS)

Address/Location: 744 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Out-stationed offices: Over 30 locations statewide, including the Bay area, San Diego, Fresno, and the greater Los Angeles area.

Mission: To serve, aid and protect needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility and foster independence.

Key programsfor persons with disabilities:

Robust Reasonable Accommodation Program to assure that qualified individuals with a disability are provided with the necessary resources to reach their full potential in the workplace.

Employee Assistance Program to help with daily challenges and difficult situations to foster a healthy lifestyle.

Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP), an alternate selection process designed to facilitate the recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities.

Number of full-time employees: Approximately 4,200

Classifications for which you are currently hiring:

Office Technician (General)
Office Technician (Typing)
Office Assistant (Typing)
Assoc. Information Systems Analyst
Senior Legal Typist
Accountant Trainee
Staff Services Manager I
Staff Services Analyst (General)
Disability Evaluation Analyst
Assoc. Governmental Program Analyst
Research Analyst II (General)
Attorney III
Administrative Law Judge
Medical Consultant
Licensing Program Analyst
Investigator
Program Technician II

Entry level classifications currently hiring:

Clerical:

Office Assistant (General and Typing)
Office Technician (General and Typing)

Technical:

Program Technician II
Accountant Trainee

Analytical:

Staff Services Analyst (General)
Licensing Program Analyst
Disability Evaluation Analyst

LEAP classifications used:

LEAP classifications are mainly used at the Office Assistant and Office Technician level to provide an entry point into state service.

Student Assistants:

Student Assistants may be hired two ways:

Through state service directly on the official State payroll, or

through an associated college program, such as University Enterprises Incorporated, which is provided by California State University, Sacramento.