Program Representative

EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

Join to apply for the EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE role at the Employment Development Department (EDD).

$4,055.00 - $4,837.00 A
$4,390.00 - $5,495.00 B
$5,041.00 - $6,310.00 C

• Job Code #: JC-503181
• Position #: 280‑161‑9194‑063
• Working Title:
  
  Migrant Seasonal Farm worker (MSFW) Outreach Worker
• Classification: EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE
• # of Positions: 1
• Location:
  
  Riverside County (Hybrid telework)
• Work Shift:
  
  8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday
• Work Week:
  Monday – Friday
• Job Type: Permanent, Full‑time
• Department:
  Employment Development Department (EDD)
• Department Website:

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. EDD invites individuals who aspire to make a difference to pursue a career with us.

This is a bilingual–Spanish position; applicants must be able to pass a bilingual–Spanish fluency examination. The role is eligible for a hybrid work schedule; the amount of telework is at the discretion of the department and is subject to change as business needs arise.

Responsibilities:

• Perform full‑time in‑person outreach to the Migrant and Seasonal Farm worker (MSFW) population in locations where farm workers work and congregate.
• Present information and offer assistance regarding services available from the local America’s Job Center of California (AJCC), including agricultural and non‑agricultural employment.
• Assist MSFWs with training and job development needs, including use of the CalJOBS system and preparation of forms.
• Provide information on workforce services, complaints, and related agencies; prepare and submit complaints to the Complaints Representative or manager.
• Visit agricultural employers on behalf of MSFWs; encourage MSFWs to visit local AJCC sites and provide on‑the‑job support.
• Observe and document working and living conditions of MSFWs.
• Develop and improve workforce services partnerships with public and private agencies, MSFW groups and employers.
• Maintain complete records of MSFW contacts and services provided; complete required reports.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification. All candidates must successfully complete the Employment Program Representative exam prior to interview. Passing results for the exam are required.

• Fluency in Spanish; absence of a current record will require successful completion of an approved language fluency test.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer for all persons regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, family care, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. The State of California seeks a drug‑free workplace; all applicants and employees must comply with this policy.

All applications and required documents must be received or postmarked by the final filing date: 1/10/2026. Preferred method is electronic application through Cal Career (). If an electronic application is not possible, submit a hard copy at the address below.

• Mailing:
  Employment Development Department – Attn:
  Job Control #503181 – PO Box 826880, Sacramento, CA 94280‑0001
• Drop‑off:
  Employment Development Department – Attn:
  Job Control #503181 – 1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby, Sacramento, 95814 (08:00 AM – 04:30 PM)

Complete the State Examination/Employment Application (STD Form 678) and any required documents. Provide resume and up‑to‑date transcripts. Highlight how your education and experience meet the minimum qualifications.

Effective July 1 2025, certain bargaining units may be subject to a salary reduction of 2%–4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program hours. Refer to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website for details.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request accommodations at the time of interview scheduling.

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