OFFICE TECHNICIAN (GENERAL)

California Department of Toxic Substances Control; Brea (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control in Cypress, CA is hiring an Office Technician (General) to manage confidential records, file room operations, and support staff with day-to-day administrative tasks.

This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid telework, the Cypress Regional Office location, and opportunities to contribute to regulatory cleanups while working with a professional team dedicated to protecting California's communities and environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience in data entry, database management (e.g. SharePoint), and digital filing.
• Experience in data entry, record-keeping, and document preparation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain large volumes of complex, confidential, and sensitive records by ensuring documents are filed in appropriate folder and location as submitted to the Exide Division Central File Room
• Prepare new folders to establish new facility/site files or extension folders in accordance with the Division's procedures
• Ensure security of confidential records by appropriately filing documentation in a secure location
• Periodically audit files to ensure filing accuracy
• Cross-reference site records when appropriate by utilizing the DTSC 1288 form for site files that have more than one name or oversized reports/documents
• Process file requests, research, and retrieves records for Exide Division staff, state/federal staff, legislative staff, attorneys representing potential responsible parties, auditors, and the public

Skills

MS Office

Data entry

Record keeping

Communication

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

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.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-529220

Position #(s)

810-154-1138-001

Working Title

Office Technician (General)

Classification

OFFICE TECHNICIAN (GENERAL)

$3,758.00 - $4,710.00 A

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

Orange County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Facility

Cypress Regional Office

Department Information

This position is located at DTSC's Regional office in Cypress, CA.

The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDOs) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).

Our Mission: To protect California's people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.

Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.

Our Core Values: DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California's people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!

Job Description And Duties

Would you like to work with a high-powered team of professionals dedicated to cleaning up the most challenging contaminated sites? Do you enjoy working with stakeholders and the public? If so, DTSC is hiring an Office Technician (General). Come join us today!

• Maintain large volumes of complex, confidential, and sensitive records by ensuring documents are filed in appropriate folder and location as submitted to the Exide Division Central File Room
• Prepare new folders to establish new facility/site files or extension folders in accordance with the Division's procedures
• Ensure security of confidential records by appropriately filing documentation in a secure location
• Periodically audit files to ensure filing accuracy
• Cross-reference site records when appropriate by utilizing the DTSC 1288 form for site files that have more than one name or oversized reports/documents
• Process file requests, research, and retrieves records for Exide Division staff, state/federal staff, legislative staff, attorneys representing potential responsible parties, auditors, and the public

Desirable Qualifications We Look For

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook
• Experience in data entry, database management (e.g. SharePoint), and digital filing
• Experience in data entry, record-keeping, and document preparation
• Strong verbal and written skills for interacting with staff, community members, stakeholders, other agencies and contractors
• Experience in copy/document scanning/faxing

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

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).

Final Filing Date: 10/5/2026

Required Application Package Documents

• 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 required and must be included.
• Other - Cover Letter

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.