COORDINATOR-LAW ENFORCEMENT- O.E.S.

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

Under direction of the Deputy Chief of Law Enforcement, the Assistant Chief serves as a coordinator or liaison for Statewide Law Enforcement Mutual-Aid, Search and Rescue Coordination, Coroner’s/Mass Fatality Mutual-Aid, Homeland Security, and State Threat Assessment Center (STAC) liaison duties. This position is a sworn peace officer position and responds as directed to all-hazard emergency incidents or sites as directed. Sworn officers of Cal OES/Law Enforcement Branch (LEB) are authorized to exercise the full range of peace officer powers pursuant to Penal Code Section 830.3(n). Accordingly, Cal OES/LEB peace officers may exercise their peace officer authorities:

(a) When performing their “primary duty,” which generally consists of the following:

i. Mutual aid coordination and planning, in the law enforcement, homeland security, search and rescue, coroner, and other contexts;

ii. Coordination and participation in emergency exercises and training events;

iii. Liaison and coordination with federal, state, local law enforcement, private sector entities, and non-governmental organizations;

iv. Information collection and sharing;

v. Providing advice to federal, state, and local agencies on best practices, and on the state’s

role and responsibilities in emergency and mutual aid response;

(b) When making an arrest for an offense where there is immediate danger to person or property or responding to the escape of the perpetrator who committed that offense; and

(c) Performing any other activity within the scope of Penal Code Section 830.3(n).

Cal OES/LEB peace officers may exercise these authorities throughout the State of California. Officers must at all times exercise sound discretion in the enforcement of the law. Cal OES does not tolerate the abuse of law enforcement authority.

The Assistant Chief is expected to work with a high level of independence, exercise initiative and make decisions during complex emergencies to help protect lives and property, build emergency management and homeland security capabilities, and support communities throughout California. 

Under direction, to implement and coordinate the State's Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Plan in case of a natural or war-caused disaster, civil disturbance, mass casualty event, or homeland security incident; to consult with and advise local law enforcement organizations in the implementation of the State's Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Plan; to assist in the coordination of emergency law enforcement activities during the time of a natural or war-caused disaster or civil disturbance, planning and training guidance for law enforcement and homeland security programs; and to do other related work as directed.

The Assistant Chief Law Enforcement Coordinator may be assigned to a geographic region in California, a specific program designated and approved by the CAL-OES Law Enforcement Branch, an administrative assignment at headquarters, an inter-agency assignment, or any other duties as assigned by the Law Enforcement Branch Chief or Deputy Chief.

The Assistant Chief will liaise with local, state, federal, and tribal partners and provide a unity of effort in implementing, coordinating, analyzing, gathering, sharing, and reporting during an assigned event, emergency, disaster, threat, or any other assignments or duties as assigned and deemed appropriate by the Director, designee, and/or Chief of the Law Enforcement Branch.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.

Application Package Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application ( do not note “see attached resume” in this section ). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**

**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**

**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

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: 11/9/2026

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.

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:

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Recruitment

Attn: Human Resources

3650 Schriever Ave

Mather , CA 95655

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Human Resources

HR Unit - HH

10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard

Mather , CA 95655

Please drop off at HR Window; Second Floor. This excludes holidays and weekends.

08:00 AM - 05:00 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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.

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.

Benefits

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

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
HR Unit - MG
View phone number on calcareers.ca.gov
View email address on calcareers.ca.gov

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
View phone number on calcareers.ca.gov
View email address on calcareers.ca.gov

California Relay Service: View phone number on calcareers.ca.gov (TTY), View phone number on calcareers.ca.gov (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS:

• The SOQ shall be no more than one page, single-sided, single-spaced in 12-point Arial font.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:

1. In a narrative format, describe your background, experience, education, and/or training that qualifies you for the position of Coordinator, Law Enforcement.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog:   Upload SOQ to your Application Package