OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation; California (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is seeking an Office Technician (Typing) for California Medical Facility in Vacaville, Solano County. The position is a 12 month limited term full-time assignment with in-office work and a stated salary range of $3,829.00 to $4,794.00 per month.

A valid typing certificate is required prior to hire and main communications will occur via email. Job duties include clerical typing of various documents and supporting custody/program activities, staff

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform typing of correspondences, memorandums, reports, staff transfer packages, Operational Procedures and Post Orders.
• Assist with tracking staff evaluations, TIC dates, incarcerated persons appeals, institutional security operations and other Custody/Program activities.

Skills

Typing speed

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Under the direct Supervision of the Captain, AI, the Office Technician (T) must have a high degree of sensitivity and be cognizant of the consequence of error related to both oral and written communication. This individual will be responsible for various aspects of clerical duties involving but not limited to typing correspondences, memorandums, reports, staff transfer packages, Operational Procedures and Post Orders. Assisting with tracking of staff evaluations, TIC dates, incarcerated persons appeals, institutional security operations and other Custody/Program activities.

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

CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

This advertisement is for an Office Technician (T) position located at California Medical Facility in Vacaville, Solano County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 076-210-1139-806.

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid mail address on your application.

Limited Term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or may become permanent.

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

Working Conditions

California Medical Facility (CMF), located in a unique spot in Vacaville, CA. Unique as in being surrounded by many areas for family fun, exercise, touristy adventures and more. Approximately 35 miles east of downtown Sacramento, approximately 53 miles west of Pier 39 in San Francisco, and if you want to meet in the middle you can swing by Napa which is approximately 30 miles west. Also located nearby are the Vacaville Outlets for all your shopping needs.

The parking lot has plenty of room and free parking for all

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-532166

Position #(s): 076-210-1139-806

Working Title: Office Technician (Typing)

Classification: OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

$3,829.00 - $4,794.00 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: Solano County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.

CDCR/CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.

CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.

CMF/Unit IV

Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.

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.

Confidential Information

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to CDCR are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES – National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.

Final Filing Date: 9/25/2026

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).

Desirable Qualifications

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.calhr.ca.gov., and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov.

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx.

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx.

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx.

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Contact Information

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

Patdy Saechao [phone] [e-mail]

EEO Contact

EEO Coordinator [phone] [e-mail]

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.

Examination Information

To apply for the Office Technician (T) position as a list candidate, you must first take the online Office Technician Typing exam.

A Typing Certificate is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD 678). Applications received without an appropriate Typing Certificate will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered.

Additional Application Information

• Exact Dates: Provide "to" and "from" dates using the month/day/year format.
• Weekly Hours: List the exact number of hours worked per week for each role.
• Total Worked: Years and months worked.
• Official Titles: State official civil service classifications or exact private sector job titles.
• Supervisor Info: Include the name and phone number of your supervisor for each position.
• Company/State Agency Name
• Address: Write the address that was listed when you worked there, if no longer in business.
• Detailed Duties: Write out the specific duties you performed in each job.

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.