Public Records Coordinator

California Department of Industrial Relations; Alameda (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

California Department of Industrial Relations in Oakland, CA, is seeking a Management Services Technician to learn and perform semi-professional analytical tasks related to Public Records Act requests. You will serve as PRA Coordinator, reviewing requests and gathering information through research and analysis to respond promptly and accurately.

The role requires adapting to the Government Code and regulations, with a hybrid telework-friendly schedule and office duties in a modern, accessible

Qualifications

• Ability to learn the Public Records Act, Labor Code, regulations, and court rules.
• Ability to conduct effective research and assess information.
• Analytical thinking to support timely responses to PRA requests.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform semi-professional analytical tasks related to PRA requests.
• Review and assess incoming PRA requests for timeliness and accuracy.
• Coordinate Public Records Act responses and gather data through research.

Skills

Public Records Act

Research

Data analysis

Job description

Job Description And Duties Under the supervision of the Presiding Workers' Compensation Judge, and receiving general direction from Associate Chief Judge, the Management Services Technician (MST) will learn and perform the less technical semi-professional analytical tasks as it relates to Public Records Act requests received for the assigned district office. The Management Services Technician, serving as the Public Records Act Coordinator, is responsible for effectively responding to Public Records Act (PRA) requests by reviewing and assessing all incoming requests according to the Government Code, Article 6250 on a timely and accurate basis using data and information gathered through research and analysis.

Job Description And Duties Under the supervision of the Presiding Workers' Compensation Judge, and receiving general direction from Associate Chief Judge, the Management Services Technician (MST) will learn and perform the less technical semi-professional analytical tasks as it relates to Public Records Act requests received for the assigned district office. The Management Services Technician, serving as the Public Records Act Coordinator, is responsible for effectively responding to Public Records Act (PRA) requests by reviewing and assessing all incoming requests according to the Government Code, Article 6250 on a timely and accurate basis using data and information gathered through research and analysis.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR

• 249.3

To be considered for this Management Services Technician job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3861

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

Working Conditions

This position is located at: 1515 Clay St., Oakland, CA 94612. The incumbent works in an air-conditioned office building with natural and artificial lighting, as well as temperature control. In addition, the incumbent works in a cubicle in close proximity to others. The position is required to work extensively on computers as necessary for drafting documents, conducting research, drafting email communication, and other purposes. We offer a hybrid work schedule in accordance with DIR’s telework policy. The Oakland district office is a secured high-rise state building in downtown Oakland. There is a childcare facility in the building operating five days a week 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 open to state employees. There are many amenities located within four blocks of the office. BART station and AC Transit are within one to two blocks. The Oakland City Center with its varied food establishments and businesses (bank/CVS/24 Hour Fitness) is one block and The Swan’s food court is four blocks from the office. On Fridays, the Old Oakland Farmer’s Market is open 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Special Requirements

The incumbent must possess the ability to learn the Public Records Act, Labor Code, regulations and court rules and communicate them effectively to the public.

Final Filing Date: 8/25/2026

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.

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.