KEY DATA OPERATOR

State of California; California; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Franchise Tax Board is seeking a Key Data Operator (Permanent Intermittent) in Sacramento County. The role focuses on accurate data entry from remittance documents within a production environment, with supervision under the Tax Program Supervisor. Positions may extend beyond tax season based on workload.

New hires are placed at the minimum salary, with possibilities for advancement. The role requires in-office work most days, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and eligibility to work in the United States

Qualifications

• Performs data entry on various workloads in a production environment.
• Must follow written/oral instructions and meet production/accuracy standards.
• Proactively offer keying procedure suggestions to improve processing.

Responsibilities

• Key, enter, and verify information from remittance/document sources.
• Meet production and accuracy standards in daily tasks.
• Inform supervisor of any procedure or document issues for resolution.
• Maintain consistent performance during tax season and beyond as workload allows.

Skills

Data entry

Job description

Job Posting: Key Data Operator - Permanent Intermittent

Franchise Tax Board

JC-533638

Key Data Operator - Permanent Intermittent
KEY DATA OPERATOR

$3,167.00 - $4,504.00 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: 10/16/2026

Job Description and Duties

The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

Key data Operators are permanent intermittent positions, working up to 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday based on operational needs during the tax season (February to June). Positions may be extended to work beyond tax season if the workloads permit.

Under the close supervision of the Tax Program Supervisor in the Information Capture and Banking section, the key Data Operator performs data entry on various workloads in a production environment

Key Data Operator tasks include:

• Key, enter, and verify information from remittance/source documents following written/oral instructions
• Perform efficiently, meeting production and accuracy standards
• Offer keying procedure suggestions to clarify or improve work processing
• Inform your supervisor of procedure and/or document problems for resolutions

Appointment may become full-time.

Additional positions may become available (Various RPAs).

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

Working Conditions

This position requires 4 or more days in the office per week. It is designated office-centered and may be eligible for some remote work based on departmental guidelines and operational need.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Tentative start date: February 16, 2027.

Work shifts are between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Daily use of personal computer ranging from 6.5 to 7 hours per day
• Ability to move blocks of returns weighing between 5 - 20 lbs.
• Ability to transport carts of returns weighing between 45-135 lbs.
• Ability to bend, sit, stand and be mobile
• Ability to sit or stand at workstation for long periods of time
• Ability to complete tasks that require repetitive wrist, arm, shoulder actions

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• KEY DATA OPERATOR

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533638

Position #(s): 564-874-1419-XXX

Working Title: Key Data Operator - Permanent Intermittent

Classification: KEY DATA OPERATOR

Salary ranges: $3,167.00 - $3,597.00 A
$3,603.00 - $4,504.00 B
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent Intermittent - 1500 Hours

Department Information

Our mission is to help taxpayers file timely and accurate tax returns and pay the correct amount to fund services important to Californians.

FTB fosters an environment of equity and inclusion for all, and we welcome everyone to be part of our diverse workforce.

Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify.

CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 172: All candidates for, appointees to, and employees in the state civil service shall possess the general qualifications of integrity, honesty, sobriety, dependability, industry, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, courtesy, ability to work cooperatively with others, willingness and ability to assume the responsibilities and to conform to the conditions of work characteristic of the employment, and a state of health, consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. Where the position requires the driving of an automobile, the employee must have a valid state driver's license, a good driving record and is expected to drive the car safely. The foregoing general qualifications shall be deemed to be a part of the personal characteristics of the minimum qualifications of each class specification and need not be specifically set forth therein.

IMPORTANT NOTICE As required by the department's rules of conduct, all employees of the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) must be in compliance with the California Revenue and Taxation Code. During the background investigation portion of the hiring process, FTB will review return information to verify California state income tax compliance. Any failure to comply with the California Revenue and Taxation Code may prevent you from being hired at FTB. You must verify your filing status by calling 1-800-852-5711 to resolve any potential tax compliance issues, prior to submitting your application and seeking employment with FTB. All applicants not currently employed with the Franchise Tax Board will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice to disclose criminal records. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing or speech impairments, call TTY/TDD [phone].

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:

• Willingness to follow a prescribed routine
• Willingness to work under noisy conditions
• Possess personal qualifications including: integrity, initiative, dependability and good judgment
• Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff
• Positive attitude
• Work cooperatively with others as part of a team
• Strong commitment to customer service

Benefits

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

1. Convenient transportation and commuting options include: Light Rail stop, bicycle lockers, freeparking, and carpool/vanpool opportunities

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: http://www.ftb.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Hiring Unit
[phone]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Samantha Tobias
[phone]
[e-mail]

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:
Reasonable Accommodation Unit
[phone]

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.

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.