Office Technician; Typing

Position: OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)
Job Description and Duties

The Office Technician (OT) (Typing) (T) is responsible for performing a variety of advanced journey level office functions requiring a high degree of initiative and independence. The OT (T) supports the Human Resources Division (HRD) in purchasing services and goods, invoice tracking, clerical support, file management, and other administrative duties relating to the support of the HRD. The OT (T) must maintain confidentiality and the incumbent requires computer and writing skills (Word and Excel);

able to work independently and to communicate (verbal/written) clearly, concisely, and accurately; reason logically and creatively with problem resolution; experienced in dealing effectively with others; willingness and ability to accept responsibility and meet deadlines; and ability to manage multiple projects with multiple time frames.

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Office Services Supervisor (OSS) II, Office Administration & Support Services Unit.

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.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

Additional Documents

* Job Application Package Checklist

* Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-508640

Position #(s):

-004

Working Title:

Office Support Technician

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:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Human Resources Division (HRD) provides guidance, support, and expertise to the CDPH on recruitment, development, and retention of quality employees in order to fulfill the Department's mission.

The HRD is in downtown Sacramento in the East End Complex across the street from the beautiful Capitol Park Rose Garden.

"The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year."

"CDPH is an E-Verify Employer"

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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  website.

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your Cal Careers Account. Please reference Job Control # (508640) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.

Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your Cal Careers Account at  Submitting an electronic application through your Cal Careers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be…