How to Get a California State Job
Ever wonder how people get jobs in the California state government? While the process isn't easy, it's not really hard either. This article will tell you exactly how you can land a job with CA and enjoy both job security and good benefits.
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Instructions
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First you need to create your application online. Go to http://www.spb.ca.gov/jobs/stateapp.htm and click on "the online application" and follow the steps. You'll need to create a username and all that jazz, then simply fill out your personal information and job history. Once you've done that, you can log in at any time in the future and update your information and reprint your application.
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Second, you need to take an exam. Go here: http://jobs.spb.ca.gov/exams_title.cfm and look through all the job titles available. Don't be intimidated - look at all the listings that spark your interest and click on them. They will give monthly salaries. In each listing there is also a job description link. Click on that as well. It should take you to a text document-like page. Look for the section called "minimum qualifications" to see if you can qualify to take the exam.
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Third, apply for the exams that you qualify for. You'll need to print out an application for each exam and mail it to the address shown on the exam listing. In some cases you'll need to submit transcripts or other proof of qualifying factors - but that should be shown in the exam bulletin. Be sure to write a cover letter explaining how & why you qualify for the exam.
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Next, take the exam. Unless your denied entrance to the exam, you should receive notice of the time, date and location of the exam, as well as other pertinent information.
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Next, wait for your score to come in the mail. It usually takes about 4 to 8 weeks for exam results to be mailed.
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Once you get your exam results, go here: http://spb.ca.gov/jobs/vpos/index.htm and click on "easy search". Do a search for job titles that match the exam you just took. This list will be for all positions statewide. If you passed the exam, you can apply for these jobs. Click on each listing to see where to mail your application.
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Next, apply for jobs. You have to submit another application to the individual agencies within state government in order to get hired. Simply log into your account and reprint it. Agencies can only hire you if you've passed an exam and are on a hiring list. In your envelope you should include the following: cover letter, resume, state application (STD-678), a copy of your exam results, and anything else you think might increase your chances of getting an interview.
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Lastly, in order to be hired you need to be in the top 3 ranks of your exam scores. If you're not, don't worry, the people who are in those top 3 ranks will get hired and they'll be removed from the list. When that happens your name will be moved up in rank as more and more people get hired.
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