OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

California Department of Social Services; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Social Services in Sacramento, CA seeks a permanent Office Technician (Typing) to support the Children’s Residential Program Office. You will produce, edit, and format correspondence, log and track documents, and serve as a liaison with staff and external partners.

The position requires accurate typing, confidentiality, and the ability to handle multiple tasks. This full-time role offers stability in a government environment and opportunities to contribute to public

Qualifications

• Typing speed requirement specified by Class Specifications.

Responsibilities

• Produce, edit and format drafts and final correspondence per guidelines.
• Log and track controlled correspondence; maintain tracking logs.
• Act as liaison between program management and other entities; answer calls and take messages.
• Assist with workload demands; handle confidential information.
• Interact with staff, outside agencies, and the public.

Skills

Typing speed requirement

Job description

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-529134
Position #(s): 800-880-1139-004

Working Title

Office Technician (Typing) OT(T)

Classification

OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

Compensation

$3,829.00 - $4,794.00 A

• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities. The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive.

It is the mission of the Children's Residential Program to protect and improve the lives of all youth who reside in a community care facility through the administration of a transparent licensing system that is collaborative, fair, and supportive of families.

CDSS Guiding Principles

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging. We ensure opportunities for everyone to participate in a meaningful way in fulfilling the mission and vision of CDSS.

Community Engagement We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.

Empowerment We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person have desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.

Quality Services We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.

Data Defined Outcomes We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Job Description And Duties

THE CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM OFFICE IS RECRUITING FOR A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING). THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SACRAMENTO, CA.

Under the direction of the Supervisor I, the Office Technician (Typing) (OT) (T) will produce and/or edit and format drafts and final correspondence in accordance with Departmental guidelines. The OT (T) will also log and track controlled correspondence, maintain various tracking logs, and other assorted controls. The OT (T) will act as a liaison between program management and other entities associated with the controlled correspondence, answer incoming calls, direct calls to appropriate staff, and take messages.

The OT (T) must be able to assist with workload demands within the office and must use good judgment in accurately evaluating situations and taking effective action. The OT(T) works with confidential and sensitive information and is expected to maintain the confidentiality of information accessed during the course of their duties. Interacts with all office staff and has telephone and personal contact with representatives of other Departmental units, outside agencies and the general public.

The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

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.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Please Note:

A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified for this position. On your application, do not include any confidential information such as Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

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).

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.