Job Posting: Television Specialist

Department of State Hospitals

JC-482984
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Television Specialist
TELEVISION SPECIALIST

$5,855.00 - $7,327.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 7/30/2025

Job Description and Duties

Television Specialist – Training & Education Center

The Training & Education Center is accepting applications for a full time, permanent Television Specialist position. 

Under direction, some responsibilites are to plan, organize, direct and perform technical and professional work in connection with the writing and production of television and video tape-recorded programs; and to do other related work. Also, plans, organizes, and performs the technical and professional work required in producing television programs, including operation of television and video tape­ recording production equipment; conducts subject research and develops scripts based on the most effective method of presentation; develops approach and production methods necessary to produce continuity and required story lines; directs the technical and artistic developmental of television programs including the preparation of artwork or animation, narration, dialogue, sound effects and music as required in the production; does creative editing; may select and direct film cast, narrators or other personnel involved in a production; may do still photography and processing.

Please review the attached Duty Statement and the link to the Minimum Requirements below.

At this time, the examination is unavailable to obtain list eligibility for this job classification. Candidates will be contacted as soon as updated exam requirements are available. 

To ensure your application will be considered for this recruitment, the following items are required:

  • You must complete the STD. 678 Employment Application and include your work history with all duties performed, Supervisor's name and contact information. All relatable experience and education should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Attach a copy of proof of degree and transcripts if education is required to meet the minimum qualification. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD 678.
  • If applicable, you must include copies of any documents, licensures, certifications ect. that will support that you meet the minimum qualifications for this classification (e.g. Training and Development Assignment or out-of-class experience approved and documented in your Department’s Personnel Office.

Applications will be reviewed and only the most competitive applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, reachable on the Certification List or eligible for lateral transfer or reinstatement will be invited for an interview.






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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-482984
Position #(s):
480-547-5571-XXX
Working Title:
Television Specialist
Classification:
TELEVISION SPECIALIST
$5,855.00 - $7,327.00
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:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Department Information

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness.  Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

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: 7/30/2025

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 www.CalCareers.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:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Attn: Exams and Hiring Unit - M.E
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa, CA 94558

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of State Hospitals
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Exams and Hiring Unit
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa, CA 94558
09:00 AM - 03:00 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 www.CalCareers.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.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
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 may be obtained by visiting the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) web site and to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) web site for retirement and health benefit information.

 

Other benefits include:

  • Free Parking
  • On-site childcare
  • Electric Vehicle charging stations
  • Beautiful walking trails and access to parks
  • On-site exercise facility

 

Contact Information

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

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Melissa Eilbracht
(707) 253-5886
melissa.eilbracht@dsh.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Michael Vautrin
(707) 253-5723

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:
Stephan Saunders
(916) 938-4766
Stephan.Saunders@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Applicant Survey

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Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.


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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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