Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Outreach (MSFW)

THIS IS A BILINGUAL - SPANISH POSITION; MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A BILINGUAL - SPANISH FLUENCY EXAMINATION.

Migrant and Seasonal Farm Worker (MSFW) Outreach Worker (OW) will work with farmworkers, employers, agencies and community based organizations. The OW will promote the programs and services the Employment Development Department (EDD) offers. Employer field visits are conducted to educate employers on regulations and appropriate work conditions. OW will conduct employer field visits to ensure employers are in compliance with the Department of Labor (DOL) laws and regulations. The OW will take appropriate action to correct issues of non-compliance in addition to record complaints/concerns of the MSFW's.


OW provides customer service in offering avenues for training and/or employment referrals. The OW will work with partners to provide supportive services and resources. The OW will work with a diverse groups. The OW will conduct CalJOBS? registration, record services, enter case notes and assist with resume building. The OW will conduct presentations at community based organizations and participate in job and resource fairs. The OW works as a mobile office providing services within the EDD umbrella such as Disability, Unemployment Insurance and Paid Family Leave. The OW will log detailed monthly reports, and at the end of each month. Provide a detailed report of the services provided and related contacts made.


This is a bilingual Spanish position and you must be able to read, write and speak Spanish.


This position may be 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.


EDD employees will be required to report to their headquarters office on their assigned in-office days. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.


All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the EDD's policies.


Travel may be required with this position.


Position located at 1205 W 18th St, Merced. CA 95340.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.


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

Working Conditions


Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

In state travel - May be required to travel for training or to work at other Workforce Services locations. This position requires frequent travel to rural areas. If you need to operate a state vehicle to travel, you will need to submit to a DMV pull notice.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-533066


Position #(s):
280-062-9194-018

Working Title:
Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Outreach (MSFW)


Classification:
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE $4,055.00 - $4,837.00 A
$4,390.00 - $5,495.00 B
$5,041.00 - $6,310.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
1


Work Location:
Merced County


Telework:
In Office


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Work Shift:
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


Work Week:
Monday - Friday


Department Information
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. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.

Department Website:


Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) fluency in the Spanish language. If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at .

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions' section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
  
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
  
• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
  
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
  

Examination/Assessment

If selected for hire , you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:
Employment Program Representative Bulletin


For more information about the State hiring process, click here . To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job, click here .

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: 10/3/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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 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:


Employment Development Department
Mail In Address
Attn: Job Control #533066
Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54
PO Box 826880
Sacramento , CA 94280-0001


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


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


Employment Development Department
Drop Off Address
Attn: Job Control #533066
EDD/Human Resource Services Division
1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby
Sacramento , CA 95814


08:00 AM - 04:30 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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see "Statement of Qualifications Requirements" section for more information about the SOQ.

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:

• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working in a team environment.
• Desire to help people.
• Ability to use tact and good judgment while communicating and working with customers, co-workers, management, and other government agency representatives.
• Experience with making oral presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Experience working in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Experience in developing statistical data and evaluating results.
• Ability to identify a problem and evaluate alternatives in order to make a recommendation or decision.
• Ability to plan, organize, and adapt to changing assignments and priorities, and to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel or similar software programs
• Knowledge of Migrant or Seasonal Farm workers (MSFW) and farm worker rights.

Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, , and the CalPERS website, .


Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Hiring Unit Contact:
Leslie Reyes
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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
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Statement of Qualifications Requirements


A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. To be considered for the position, applicants must submit an SOQ along with their application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills qualifies you for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. SOQs must have both first and last name and be no more than two (2) pages in length. The SOQ must specifically address the following questions in the order listed below and each response must be numbered to clearly indicate which question you are responding to:
SOQ QUESTIONS:

• Provide examples or experiences that demonstrate your ability to work independently and how you kept management informed. Include specific details in your answer.
• Provide examples of your knowledge of Migrant or Seasonal Farm workers (MSFW), and farm worker rights. Include specific details in your answer.
• Describe your involvement in the Spanish speaking community and your ideas about how to best network within the community of monolingual Spanish speakers. Include specific details in your answer.
• This Outreach position requires a high degree of detail oriented reporting. How do you keep organized and prioritize multiple assignments while ensuring that all deadlines are met? Include specific details in your answer.
  

Please contact the hiring manager if you have any questions or would like further clarification on these requirements.

Write your responses carefully. Initial evaluation of each applicant will be based on the content of the answers and written communication skills demonstrated on their submitted SOQ.


Resumes do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Applicants who fail to follow these requirements or who do not provide responses to the specific questions in the order listed may be disqualified from the selection process.

Background Investigation Requirement


The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation. However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment.

The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department. The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s).

The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies. Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified."

ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION


The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.

Click on the link to complete the Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey: EDD Recruitment Survey

Merit System Principles
Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at


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.