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  The perfect apprentice is one that is interested in learning about our business from inventory to installation. You must be detail oriented, presentable, have good organizational skills and dedicated to quality work to represent our company and provide the best service to our customers.     The intent is for the apprentice to grow with and become part of the company. With time this person will take on leadership responsibilities such as customer interactions, sales, project management and daily operations.     ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS   *             Keeping a clean and safe work environment *             Ensure customers receive the highest level of customer service at all times *             Responsible for completing services in a timely manner *             Physical duties include standing for extended hours, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, etc. *             Responsible for handling equipment properly and with care *             Exercises good judgment on proper safety techniques when operating vehicles, utilizing cutter, and other equipment  Hunter Affonso Team A

Department Information The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) works to serve California veterans and their families. With nearly 2 million veterans living in the State, CalVet strives to ensure that its veterans of every era and their families get the state and federal benefits and services they have earned and deserve as a result of selfless and honorable military service. CalVet strives to serve veterans and their families with dignity and compassion and to help them achieve their highest quality of life. Per Military and Veterans Code, Section 80, whenever possible, preference shall be given to veterans for employment in the Department of Veterans Affairs. DUTIES: Under the direction of the Administrator of the Yountville Veterans Home and the Deputy Secretary and Assistant Deputy Secretary for Veterans Homes, the Deputy Administrator supports the planning, direction, coordination of all facility operations. The Deputy handles day-to-day activities for the Home, identifying and addressing operational needs on behalf of the Administrator. The Deputy ensures the Home remains compliant with state laws and requirements, performing oversight of staff activities including facility management, contract development, procurement, maintenance, staffing, and hiring. The Deputy also evaluates and implements all administrative policies, strategic plans, goals, and strategies for the Home. The Deputy is responsible for organizational management, ensuring the Home is properly aligned to meet its clinical and operational needs while holding staff accountable for performance and outcomes. Finally, the Deputy acts as a decision maker for the Home when necessary. Special Requirements  Successful completion of a live scan and a pre-employment physical (including drug testing for certain civil service classifications) will be required. 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: Until Filled Who May Apply This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs. Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Exempt Position by the State of California. 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.jobs.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:   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.jobs.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. Statement of Qualifications - All interested applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) specifying how your background and experience relates to the duties of the position.  The SOQ should be no more than three pages in length.  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.             Team A   Bruce Riley

GS-7 (Alternative A) Choose the answer that best describes your education or experience as related to the basic qualification requirements for this position. Answer to this question is required I have completed 1 year of graduate level education with major study in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or a degree that povided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. I have a bachelor's degree in a related computer science field and superior academic achievement by meeting one of the following: a grade point average (GPA) 3.0 or higher in all degree courses or in the final 2 years of undergraduate study or a graduating GPA of 3.5 or higher based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final two years of the curriculum; OR membership in a National honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. I have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level. Specialized experience is experience gained in the information technology (IT) field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT. The specialized experience is defined within the qualifcation requirements section of this vacancy announcement and is based on the requirements of the position being filled. I do not meet any of the qualification requirements described above. 2 Select the answer that best describes your ability to provide customer service for users of the Windows 7 or 8 operating systems. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have had education or training in performing this task, but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job, with close supervision from a supervisor or senior employee. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor or senior employee. 3 Select the response which most accurately reflects your experience planning, configuring and testing server hardware and software infrastructure in a local and wide area network implementation. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 4 Select the response which most accurately reflects your experience reading and interpreting hardware/software manuals, standard operating procedures, user guides, online documentation, and technical support to solve customer support problems. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 5 Select the response which best reflects your highest level of experience working with non-technical personnel to translate user needs into technical specifications and to make software applications understandable for all levels of users. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 6 Select the response which most accurately reflects your experience in providing training to IT system and application end users. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 7 Select the response which most accurately reflects your experience developing hardware/software manuals, standard operating procedures, user guides, and/or online documentation for IT systems and applications. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. Grade: 09 1 GS-9 (Alternative A) Choose the answer that best describes your education or experience as related to the basic qualification requirements for this position. Answer to this question is required I have a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree with major study in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management. I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level. Specialized experience is experience gained in the information technology (IT) field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT. The specialized experience is defined within the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement and is based on the requirements of the position being filled. I do not meet any of the qualification requirements described above. 2 Select the answer that best describes your ability to provide customer service for users of the Windows 7 or 8 operating systems. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have had education or training in performing this task, but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job, with close supervision from a supervisor or senior employee. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor or senior employee. 3 Select the response which most accurately reflects your experience planning, configuring and testing server hardware and software infrastructure in a local and wide area network implementation. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 4 Select the response which most accurately reflects your experience reading and interpreting hardware/software manuals, standard operating procedures, user guides, online documentation, and technical support to solve customer support problems. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 5 Select the response which best reflects your highest level of experience working with non-technical personnel to translate user needs into technical specifications and to make software applications understandable for all levels of users. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 6 Select the response which most accurately reflects your experience in providing training to IT system and application end users. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 7 Select the response which most accurately reflects your experience developing hardware/software manuals, standard operating procedures, user guides, and/or online documentation for IT systems and applications. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. Grade: All Grades 1 I am proficient at managing, supporting and troubleshooting problems in the following network services: FTP HTTP DNS DHCP SSL SSH HTTPS SMTP Print services None of the above 2 I have been responsible for independently providing user support, including trouble-shooting problems, for the following hardware. Desktops Laptops Printers USB devices (storage, CD-RW, DVD-RW) Plotters Scanners Digital cameras GPS devices Data loggers Video Conferencing Equipment LCD projectors PDAs Whiteboards Tablet PC SCSI devices Docking Stations None of the above 3 Select the responses that indicate the PC operating systems you have installed, configured, maintained and upgraded. Windows 98 SE Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows NT Linux Mac OS UNIX None of the above 4 I am skilled at installing, configuring, maintaining, upgrading and testing the following hardware components: CPU/processor CD-ROM/CD-RW DVD-ROM/DVD-RW RAID controller Printer Scanner Network interface card Graphics card Memory Motherboard Power supply USB devices Wireless technology None of the above 5 I have installed, configured, maintained and supported the following: Windows 7 or 8 workstations Windows 7 or 8 laptops Windows 7 or 8 Tablet PCs Linux workstations UNIX workstations Printers Plotters Scanners None of the above 6 I have been responsible for independently providing user support, including trouble-shooting problems, for the following software. Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Office Adobe Acrobat Reader and/or Professional Internet Explorer 11 or later Norton Anti Virus Google Chrome Gmail WinZip Microsoft System Center Remote Desktop Support Other software None of the above 7 Have you received an employee performance appraisal rating in the previous 12 months? Answer to this question is required Yes No 8 Indicate who officially rated your performance (e.g., immediate supervisor, 2nd level supervisor, acting supervisor, etc.). Also, indicate your rating in terms of the performance system (e.g., 3 level rating out of a 5-tier system; 2 level rating out of a 3-tier system; Pass rating out of a Pass/Fail system). Maximum length of 250 characters. Answer to this question is required 9 In the last three years, have you been recognized for your performance, accomplishments, and/or contributions at work? Answer to this question is required Yes No 10 Indicate the type of recognition received (e.g., monetary award, time off award, safety award, plaque, etc.), for what purpose, and from whom (e.g., supervisor, co-worker, community or government official). Maximum length of 250 characters. Answer to this question is required Gary Munson Team C

GS-9 Choose one answer that best describes your education, experience or combination of education and experience. I possess at least one year of specialized experience that has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service as described in the vacancy announcement. I possess a Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. OR J.D., if related. I possess a combination of graduate level education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. I do not meet any of the requirements as described above. 2 Select the response that best describes your experience preparing written documents by researching technical and project information to develop communication materials for general and specialized audiences. Answer to this question is required I have researched and written factual information on general topics for publication in a pamphlet, brochure or booklet. I have researched and written news or feature articles on current events or community activities for publication (e.g., weekly newspaper, journal, bulletin, newsletter). I have researched and written articles on factual, technical topics for publication to general audiences. I have researched and written articles on water or natural resource topics that presented a particular point of view to inform, educate or advise audiences that are familiar with the topic. I have regularly and independently researched and written articles on controversial water or natural resource topics for publication that produced a desired audience impact (e.g., understanding, empathy, accord). I have extensive experience researching and writing articles on highly controversial water or natural resource topics for publication to audiences with opposing viewpoints to achieve the desired audience impact (e.g., agreement, cooperation). I have supervised the performance of these tasks, and/or have trained others in performance of these tasks, and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing these tasks. None of the above. 3 Select the response that best describes your experience presenting ideas in written materials in new ways that increased understanding of agency programs and policies among publics opposed or indifferent to the agency's program objectives. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 4 Select the response that best describes your experience using the web and social media to research information to be used to respond to inquiries from Stakeholders and the general public. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 5 Select the response that best describes your experience preparing multimedia content using social media platforms, websites and other software to communicate an organization's messages. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. Grade: 11 1 GS-11 Choose one answer that best describes your education, experience or combination of education and experience. I possess at least one year of specialized experience that has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service as described in the vacancy announcement. I possess a PH.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M. if related. I possess a combination of graduate level education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. I do not meet any of the requirements as described above. 2 Select the response that best describes your experience preparing written documents by researching technical and project information to develop communication materials for general and specialized audiences. I have researched and written factual information on general topics for publication in a pamphlet, brochure or booklet. I have researched and written news or feature articles on current events or community activities for publication (e.g., weekly newspaper, journal, bulletin, newsletter). I have researched and written articles on factual, technical topics for publication to general audiences. I have researched and written articles on water or natural resource topics that presented a particular point of view to inform, educate or advise audiences that are familiar with the topic. I have regularly and independently researched and written articles on controversial water or natural resource topics for publication that produced a desired audience impact (e.g., understanding, empathy, accord). I have extensive experience researching and writing articles on highly controversial water or natural resource topics for publication to audiences with opposing viewpoints to achieve the desired audience impact (e.g., agreement, cooperation). I have supervised the performance of these tasks, and/or have trained others in performance of these tasks, and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing these tasks. None of the above. 3 Select the response that best describes your experience presenting ideas in written materials in new ways that increased understanding of agency programs and policies among publics opposed or indifferent to the agency's program objectives. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 4 Select the response that best describes your experience maintaining professional, cordial cooperative and effective working relationships with congressional offices, elected and appointed local, state and Tribal government officials, customer groups, and other interested parties who often have conflicting interests and diverse points of view and communication strategies. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 5 Select the response that best describes your experience making on the spot presentations to audiences with opposing points of view or erroneous understanding of agency positions to achieve a more balanced perspective among these publics. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 6 Select the response that best describes your experience developing and implementing strategic communications plans through the evaluation and selection of various traditional and new media platforms, video, and the Internet to further public information campaigns. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 7 Select the response that best describes your experience using the web and social media to research information to be used to respond to inquiries from Stakeholders and the general public. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 8 Select the response that best describes your experience preparing multimedia content using social media platforms, websites and other software to communicate an organization's messages. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 9 Select the response that best describes your experience implementing public involvement programs for water resource management projects and activities. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task, but have not yet performed it on the job. I have completed formal education or training and performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor or manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have completed formal education or training and performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. I have completed formal education or training and this task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. Grade: All Grades 1 Select the response that best describes your experience developing press releases or other written material which inform the public of organizational programs, activities, plans, meetings or responsibilities. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task, but have not yet performed it on the job. I have completed formal education or training and performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor or manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have completed formal education or training and performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. I have completed formal education or training and this task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 2 Select the response that best describes the level of your experience using the Internet for research. I have not performed these functions. I have received instruction and training in these functions, but have not performed them on the job. I have performed similar and directly related functions and my experience and training have equipped me to perform these functions successfully. I have performed these functions independently as a regular part of a media relations and public affairs program. I am considered an expert in the use of electronic communications and have developed content material for the Internet. 3 Select the types of printed materials you have written and/or edited relevant to program activities. Articles Speeches Presentations Brochures Reports Briefing Papers News Releases Newsletters Message Points Question and Answer "Backgrounds" Web-based None of the above 4 Select the response that best describes your experience applying AP Stylebook to prepare news releases. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 5 Select the response that best describes your highest level of skill and proficiency in editing documents for final production. I have routinely edited content, grammar, style and presentation of multi-formatted documents with technical and visual information to improve the intended audience’s understanding and acceptance of the topics presented. I have routinely edited formal correspondence and official documents to improve content and clarity by changing grammar, style and tone without supervisory guidance. I have occasionally edited program documents to clarify points, eliminate redundancies, and ensure compliance with established formats for final review by my supervisor. I have edited documents for proper grammar and sentence structure. I have completed courses and/or training in editing, but have not been required to perform this function as part of my job. None of the above 6 Select the response(s) that best describe your experience in preparing written documents. I have written news releases, articles, brochures, scripts, speeches and/or other public outreach publications to communicate information about my organization. I have successfully translated information from technical documents based upon research, analysis and data collection into explanations of the missions and standards for my organization, which the average reader can understand. I have written briefing papers that clearly and concisely summarize important points and contain recommendations for consideration by managers in my organization. I have written and communicated orally with other government agencies, private organizations and individuals to seek their active participation in planning public events or activities. I am familiar with and have applied press style (i.e., AP Stylebook) in writing news releases. I have education or training in public affairs written communications. None of the above. 7 Select the response(s) that best describe your experience in collecting information through interviews, surveys, reports, manuals, and directives. I have located, collected and used information to produce speeches, reports, articles, or news releases. I have experience in planning and conducting interviews for a variety of purposes. I have knowledge of the guidelines for using copyrighted materials and/or quoting other sources. I have experience in scanning daily newspapers or other publications on a regular basis for items of interest or breaking issues. I have demonstrated the ability to identify issues with potential for controversy and have used discretion in sharing sensitive information with others. None of the above. 8 Select the response that best describes your experience analyzing public reaction to agency programs and policies and developing and integrating diverse points of view into a communication plan. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 9 Select the response that best reflects your level of experience communicating water management, development, or environmental issues associated with a major watershed or river system. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 10 Select the responses that best describe your experience preparing and delivering oral presentations. I have made presentations to coworkers on various work related topics. I have made presentations to coworkers or officials outside my employing agency using briefing slides, graphics, handouts or other visual materials. I have prepared and delivered informational briefings to officials outside my employing organization using Power Point or other software applications. I have developed and delivered presentations to officials outside my employing organization for purposes of persuading them to take action, revise procedures, or expend resources. I have responded to news media questions, conducted news conferences, and/or conducted a public meeting or hearing. I have delivered formal courses of training or instruction using a variety of media. None of the above. 11 Select the response that best describes your experience managing websites as a communication tool for public information. I have not performed these functions. I have received instruction and training in these functions, but have not performed them on the job. I have performed similar and directly related functions and my experience and training have equipped me to perform these functions successfully. I have performed these functions independently as a regular part of a media relations and public affairs program. 12 Select the response that best describes your experience managing websites as a communication tool for stakeholder information. Answer to this question is required I have not performed these functions. I have received instruction and training in these functions, but have not performed them on the job. I have performed similar and directly related functions and my experience and training have equipped me to perform these functions successfully. I have managed information sections of an internal or external web site including coordination with content providers and the overall site manager. I have managed comprehensive internal or external web sites independently as a regular part of my job. 13 Select the response that best describes the level of your knowledge using electronic data management systems for managing mailing lists or strategic target audience lists and for managing and tracking media and outreach efforts. I have not performed these functions. I have received instruction and training in these functions, but have not performed them on the job. I have performed similar and directly related functions and my experience and training have equipped me to perform these functions successfully. I have performed these functions independently as a regular part of a media relations and public affairs program. I am considered an expert in the use of electronic communications for helping manage a public affairs program. 14 I have experience planning and staffing exhibits and conducting special events, e.g., convention halls, trade shows. Yes No 15 Select the response that best describes your experience developing public meeting plans. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task, but have not yet performed it on the job. I have completed formal education or training and performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor or manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have completed formal education or training and performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. I have completed formal education or training and this task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 16 Have you received an employee performance appraisal rating in the previous 12 months? Yes No 17 In the last three years, have you been recognized for your performance, accomplishments, and/or contributions at work? Yes No   Gary Munson Team C