Office Technician (Typing)

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE, The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, is seeking an Office Technician (Typing) in Los Angeles County for a 12-month limited-term full-time assignment. The role requires accurate typing and entry of data in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications listed in the Office Technician (Typing) classification; typing certificates showing 40 WPM are preferred.

Qualifications

• Typing speed must be verified with a typing certificate per class specifications (minimum 40 WPM).
• Candidates should meet the Office Technician (Typing) minimum qualifications as defined by CAL FIRE.

Responsibilities

• Type documents and perform data entry as required by the Office Technician (Typing) duties.
• Complete recruitment procedures, including electronic submission and the recruitment questionnaire, and follow CAL FIRE hiring processes.

Skills

Typing 40 WPM

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.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-533353

Position #(s)

543-541-1139-904

Working Title

Office Technician (Typing)

Classification

OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

$3,829.00 - $4,794.00 A

# of Positions

1

Work Location

Los Angeles County

Telework

In Office

Job Type

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California’s fire department and resource management agency. The organization is comprised of nearly 12,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.
When you join CAL FIRE, you join a family of employees that function as a team. You will build trust and friendship with your co-workers, as together you respond to emergencies and challenging situations. CAL FIRE provides employees with a variety of career choices and opportunities. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Job Description And Duties

Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.
Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information.
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V
In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.
To be eligible for consideration, you must meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

• Taken and passed the examination for this classification and be on a current certified list;
• Eligible to transfer;
• Eligible to reinstate.

Applicants that successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list. Obtaining list eligibility does not guarantee employment. Those interested in obtaining employment must apply and compete through the State recruitment process.
Sign up for CAL FIRE exam notifications here.
General information on CAL FIRE career opportunities can be found here.
For questions about the exam process, job application process, or about career opportunities with CAL FIRE, email our Recruitment Unit at [e-mail] or call [phone].
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.

Unacceptable Certificates: Typing certificates issued by the Internet or Employment Agencies, and Typing Certificates issued for a typing test under five (5) minutes are not acceptable.
Typing certification must be 5 minutes in length and proctored either virtually or in person. Any State Agency/Department including the Agency/Department that you are applying to may also give you a typing test.
Acceptable certificate:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/GeneralInfo/TypingCertification.aspx
State departments will honor typing certificates issued within the last four years, and certified from a five (5) minute typing test that meets the CalHR requirements, with a minimum of 40 WPM (words per minute).
If using education to meet Minimum Qualification, please attach your degree or transcripts.
All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

• 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 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 a candidate 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.

The minimum qualifications can be found in the Office Technician (Typing) classification specifications.