OFFICE TECHNICIAN (GENERAL)

California State Controller's Office; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The California State Controller's Office seeks an Office Technician (General) to provide clerical and payroll support for the Statewide Disability Program. Under supervision, you will assist payroll staff, process documents, audits, and maintain records.

This permanent, full‑time role offers hybrid telework from Sacramento, a chance to contribute to accurate payroll processing, and opportunities to grow within a state government department that values integrity and service.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support for Personnel/Payroll Operations Managers and staff.
• Audit, sort and log incoming digital mail for reporting in the Statewide Disability Program.
• Process Payroll Irregularity notices for the Disability Program and distribute to the appropriate staff.
• Maintain filing system of personnel/payroll documentation and update weekly workload statistics.

Job description

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-528183
• Position #(s): 051-220-1138-999
• Working Title: Office Technician (General)
• Classification: OFFICE TECHNICIAN (GENERAL)
• Salary: $3,758.00 - $4,710.00 A
• New to State minimum: 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: Sacramento County
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Facility: Personnel/Payroll Services Division
• Department: The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.
• PPSD Description: The Personnel and Payroll Services Division (PPSD) of the California State Controller’s Office is responsible for ensuring that more than 290,000 state employees are paid accurately and on time. This division manages complex payroll systems, processes employee benefits, and handles a wide range of personnel transactions. By joining this team, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering essential services that directly affect the livelihoods of state workers across California.

Take the next step in your career with an organization that values innovation, integrity, and the well-being of its employees.

Visit our website to learn more about the State Controller’s Office.

Job Description And Duties

Under general supervision of a Supervisor I, the incumbent will provide clerical and administrative support for Personnel/Payroll Operations Managers, Payroll Officers, and staff in the Statewide Disability Program.

(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)

• Provide clerical expertise and support in handling the most diffic ult and complex clerical and administrative tasks within Statewide Disability. Audit, sort and log incoming digital mail for reporting purposes in the Statewide Disability Program.
• Process Payroll Irregularity notices for the Disability Program area. Log and email notices to the appropriate department or campus. Distribute incoming disability documents and memos to appropriate staff.
• Work and cross-train on special projects as needed.
• Maintain filing system of personnel/payroll documentation for historical and research purposes. Update and maintain weekly workload statistics.

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

Special Requirements

Take the required examination here: Office Technician (General) Examination

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: 8/25/2026

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.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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.