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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Vocational Instructor (Graphic Arts Safety) serves students in a program of study which integrates an academic curriculum with technical and occupational curriculum to provide them with a pathway to post-secondary education and careers. The Vocational Instructor (Graphic Arts Safety) works with individuals to provide hands-on experience focused on skill acquisition in the occupation of graphic arts. The industry sector focus is based on the Information and Communication Technology trade in the delivery of instruction in the occupational area of graphic arts consistent with the credential held by the instructor. The position is responsible for engaging with special education teachers and adult education instructors to collaborate on the selection and implementation of an academic curriculum and instructional materials; as well as the use of data to inform instruction. Provides and directs individualized and group-oriented education, transition, and vocational skills training related to the educational program as written in individuals' Individual Program Plan (IPP). Adheres to and implements all facility policies and procedures. Must possess and maintain a valid Designated Subjects CTE Teaching Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) which authorizes the holder to teach career technical, trade or vocational courses in the occupational area of graphic arts in the Information and Communication Technologies Trade Industry Sector named on the credential in courses organized primarily for adults. CTC State issued credential must be in good standing.
Note: The term "students" in this duty statement refer to individuals that are enrolled in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) classes.
Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three (3) percent in exchange for five (5) hours per month of the Personal Leave.
Temporary state housing may be available for those relocating to fill hard to recruit positions. Housing assignments and rates will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements.
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Working Conditions
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained within this duty statement. This position has ongoing responsibility for the protection and safeguarding of the public and property, and regular and substantial contact with forensic individuals. As a condition of employment, incumbents are required to and capable of responding to emergency situations and provide a level of service to the public such that the safety of the public and of property is not jeopardized. Employees will be required to perform the following essential functions: must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance; must be able to participate in containments, interventions, or restraints in emergency situations; must have the ability to work extended hours if so needed.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: The Vocational Instructor (Graphic Arts Safety) used by the Department of Developmental Services, Porterville Developmental Center (PDC) is responsible for maintaining order and supervising the conduct of individuals; maintaining the safety of persons and property; and delivering classroom instruction and hands-on vocational training to ensure the achievement of adult students using evidence-based practices and recognized instructional strategies to create a learning environment for students to achieve their learning goals. The Vocational Instructor (Graphic Arts Safety) incorporates activities and instruction designed to build appropriate social emotional skills; and support the students as they develop academic proficiency. Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, and other conditions common to a clinical nursing environment. Ensures the safety of public, staff, and forensic individuals, which may include, but not limited to: escorting forensic individuals in the facility; distributing and accounting for all training equipment and supplies to prevent their use as weapons; inspecting facilities to identify security breaches that could lead to the escape of a forensic individual; and observing and intervening in forensic individual behaviors that may injure people, damage property, or signal impending escape attempts. Required to maintain personal safety by wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring that the PPE is in good, working condition.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR (PRINTING/GRAPHIC ARTS)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-514038
Position #(s):
472-225-7592-XXX
Working Title:
Vocational Instructor (Printing/Graphic Arts)
Classification:
VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR (PRINTING/GRAPHIC ARTS) $5,505.00 - $7,233.00 A
$5,758.00 - $7,567.00 B
$6,034.00 - $7,926.00 C
$6,319.00 - $8,304.00 D
$6,617.00 - $8,694.00 E
$6,935.00 - $9,569.00 F
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:
Tulare County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Porterville Developmental Center can be contacted at:
Porterville Developmental Center
HR/Recruitment and Exams
P.O. Box 2000
Porterville, CA 93258
(559) 782-2087 or (559) 782-2322 or (559) 782-2599
Contact Evangelina Valle or Laura Medina Jimenez or Monica Rodriguez for questions specific to the essential functions of the position only.
Special Requirements

• 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.

Selected candidates are subject to special requirements. This position is required to complete a medical evaluation.
Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.
Submit a completed standard state application (STD. 678) and copy of valid California teaching credential in appropriate Industrial Arts subspecialty by the final filing date. Applications submitted for vacancies must include the Position Title and Position Number in the Job Title Section and MUST be signed and dated. Applicants should indicate on their application, in the job title section, the type of eligibility they currently possess and which qualifies them to apply at this time. In the "Employment History" section of the application you must list your current employment history by providing the To and From dates with the month, day and year, the hours per week that you worked, which should be a whole number and not a range, and the Total Worked (years/months). You must complete the Duties Performed section on the application. Applications with "see resume" is not acceptable. Application received without all of this information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documents will not be considered in the selection process. Surplus applicants must attach a copy of their surplus letter. Applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Personnel Office at the Porterville Developmental Center or completed and downloaded from the website indicated below. NOTE: All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), and Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further Information on the definition of the above may be found on the California State Department of Human Resources website at www.calhr.ca.gov.
*** If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. If selected for hire, an official transcript will be required prior to being appointed. Note: All foreign transcripts MUST be accompanied by a third party academic credential evaluation .
See agencies that provide foreign transcript evaluations by clicking on either of these links: NACES | Credentials Evaluations Provided by NACES Members or Evaluation Service Providers - Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. (aice-eval.org)
Application Instructions
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
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 Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center
Attn: HR/Recruitment and Examinations
P.O. Box 2000
Porterville , CA 93258
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center
Porterville Developmental Center
HR/Recruitment and Examinations
Porterville Developmental Center
26501 Ave 140
Porterville , CA 93257
Administration Building, Room 64 (non-operational on weekends and holidays)
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 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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other - Possession of a valid California teaching credential which authorizes the holder to teach, on a full-time basis, a vocational course in the appropriate subject specialty or Printing/Graphic Arts subspecialty. Applicants who do not possess this credential may take the examination, but must meet the requirements and have an application on file with the Commission on Teacher Credentialing for the appropriate credential before an appointment can be made and must secure the credential within 120 working days after appointment. After issuance, the credential must be maintained by completion of any required examinations of course work.

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
As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.
Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below:
California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary
CalPERS 2026 Health Benefit Summary
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.
Human Resources Contact:
Evangelina Valle
(559) 782-2087
exams@pdc.dds.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Laura Medina Jimenez
(559) 782-2322
exams@pdc.dds.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview sc