OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

California Department of State Hospitals; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of State Hospitals - Napa is seeking an Office Technician (Typing) for a full-time permanent role in Napa County. The position requires typing at 40 WPM, proper completion of the STD 678 form set, and handling correspondence, reports, forms, minutes, and filing with attention to attendance and reliability.

New hires may start at the minimum salary and must provide typing proof; in-office work location is Napa.

Qualifications

• You are required to pass the Office Technician (Typing) exam.
• You are required to submit your Typing Certificate as described above.
• You must complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety.
• Duties Performed and Supervisor’s name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will be screened out.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD 678.
• Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD 678.
• Attach a copy of proof of degree or transcript if using the education to meet the minimum qualification.

Responsibilities

• Duties include assignments such as correspondence, reports, forms, minutes, preparation and maintenance of various records and filing systems.
• Report to the HRT II (supervisor) or HRT III and perform cross-desks as needed.

Skills

Typing 40 WPM

Office support

Exam required

Job description

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-518369

Position #(s): 480-521-1139-705

Working Title: Office Technician (Typing)

Classification: OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

$3,829.00 - $4,794.00 A

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporart salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

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: Napa County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Job Description And Duties

The Department of State Hospitals - Napa currently has a full-time, permanent vacancy for an Office Technician (Typing). This position will report to the HRT II (supervisor) or HRT III. Duties include assignments such as correspondence, reports, forms, minutes, preparation and maintenance of various records and filing systems; characteristics include punctuality, good attendance, positive attitude, good verbal and written communication skills, self-motivated, customer oriented and ability to be cross trained on multiple desks. Please see the attached duty statements for defined duties.

Please be certain that your application package completely describes your work experience as it relates to the minimum qualifications of the position. Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview. Failure to include necessary documents may also exclude you from the hiring process. Please ensure your application is thoroughly filled out, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Per CCR 249.3 this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Requirements

• You are required to pass the Office Technician (Typing) exam.
• You are required to submit your Typing Certificate as described above.
• You must complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety.
• Duties Performed and Supervisor’s name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will be screened out.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD 678.
• Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD 678.
• Attach a copy of proof of degree or transcript if using the education to meet the minimum qualification.

Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of State Hospitals - Napa must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. Please note this is a separate process, you will also need to submit your application of interest additionally.

A typing certificate is required for this Office Technician (OT) position. This position requires the ability to type at a minimum speed for 40 words per minute. You must obtain a valid typing certificate confirming your ability to meet the 40 words per minute typing speed prior to being hired. 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). Please attach with your application a typing certificate issued within the last four years that certifies your ability to type at a speed of 40 WPM. We will honor typing certificates certified from a five (5) minute typing test that meets the CalHR requirements, with a minimum of 40 WPM (words per minute). No online typing certificates are accepted.

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

Department Information

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

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Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov