Job description

This assignment may be extended and has the potential to become permanent.

The California State Lottery is looking to fill a District Sales Representative (Limited Term - 12 months) to support the San Diego District Office territory of Imperial County.

Do you have:

• Previous sales experience and a proven track record of results
• Enjoy being out and about meeting new people and continuing to build existing customer relationships
• Experience in merchandising and promotional material

Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of the District Sales Supervisor (DSS) or Lottery Sales Manager (LSM), the District Sales Representative (DSR) serves as the liaison in field contacts between the Lottery and authorized Lottery Retailer accounts within an assigned geographic area (determined by postal zip codes). The DSR drives to retail locations and conducts field service visits to Lottery Retailers within their assigned territory each day to ensure direct contact is maintained with retailers and to provide assistance and guidance to maximize sales/marketing of Lottery products. DSR staff help the Lottery meet our mission to maximize supplemental funding for public education within the State of California. Incumbents must possess a valid California driver's license and drive safely and responsibly.

This position requires a current District Sales Rep. exam. If you need to take the exam

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=0PBAV

Working Conditions

Work independently. This position performs work primarily in the field and only occasionally works in an office environment. Must be able to travel by car and safely operate a vehicle. Travel and drive time between retailers can range from 60 to 80% of the day. Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions.

Special Requirements

• The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• This/These position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• This/These position(s) require(s) a California Driver’s License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application including providing your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• If you are basing your eligibility on education, (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial; official transcripts will be required upon appointment. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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 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 Drop-Off Application Packages

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

CA State Lottery

Human Resources JC#415082

700 N. 10th Street MS#6-5

Sacramento, CA 95811

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 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.

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:

• Experience working in a sales route or territory
• Business to business sales history
• Experience working with sales data and creating a sales plan for a retailer.
• Experience conducting presentations to internal and external stakeholders
• Experience merchandising product or promotional material
• Experience using Software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)

Contact Information

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

Department Website: ------------Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources JC#415082
(916) 822-8158
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