OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

Employment Development Department; California; On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment Development Department is seeking an Office Technician (Typing) in Fresno, CA. The role involves handling complex clerical tasks, coordinating travel, supplies, and equipment, and processing typing and correspondence for the manager and public.

The position requires typing proficiency and a certificate, with typical hours 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. in-office work. New hires are placed at the minimum of the classification salary scale.

Qualifications

• Must type at a minimum speed as designated on the Class Specifications.
• Must obtain a valid typing certificate prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Under general direction, performs the more complex clerical support assignments such as travel and supply coordination, processing medical billing notices, composing and typing letters.
• Represents the manager and the office in contacts with the public as receptionist or secretary.
• May perform duties of attendance and/or supply clerk.

Skills

Typing speed requirement

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.

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.

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 workplace. 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.

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-534532
• Position #: 280-224-1139-003
• Working Title: Office Technician (Typing)
• Classification: OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)
• Salary: $3,829.00 - $4,794.00 A
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Fresno County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Work Shift: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Work Week: Monday - Friday

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Department Information

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.

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

Job Description And Duties

Under general direction, the Office Technician performs the more complex clerical support assignments such as: office travel and supply and equipment coordinator, processes Independent Medical Examination billing notices, composing and typing letters. Exercises a high degree of initiative and independence in performing assigned tasks. Handles complex correspondence that may be sensitive or confidential in nature and is responsible for establishing and maintaining office filing systems. Represents the manager and the office in contacts with the public as the office receptionist and/or as the manager’s secretary. May perform or oversee duties of the attendance and/or supply clerk.

Position located at 2555 S Elm Ave, Fresno, CA 93706.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) the ability to type at a minimum speed as designated on the Class Specifications (link available in the additional documentation section). You must obtain a valid typing certificate confirming your ability to meet the minimum typing speed, prior to being hired. Additional information regarding acceptable typing tests is available at the CalCareers.ca.gov website.

Examination/Assessment

If selected for hire, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired. Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam: Office Technician (Typing) Bulletin. For more information about the State hiring process, click here. To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job, click here.

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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).

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.