Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Limited Term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

This advertisement is for a(n)  OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)  position(s) located at  PELICAN BAY STATE PRISON (PBSP)in  CRESCENT CITY, CA located in 
DEL NORTE COUNTY .

You must indicate  JC-452036  and position number on your application: 
394-213-1139-XXX .

Please Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

Employees who are employed at  PELICAN BAY STATE PRISON  for 12 consecutive qualifying pay periods will receive an annual $2600recruitment and retention bonus.

Under the general supervision of the Health Record Technician II, Supervisor or Office Services Supervisor II, the Office Technician (OT) (Typing) independently performs a wide variety of routine and complex administrative and clerical support duties that require general knowledge of Department programs and policies, and an understanding of the Health Information Management (HIM). The OT (Typing) performs document review, scanning, and filing and other clerical duties. The OT (Typing) performs duties as directed and consistent with HIM Policies and Procedures. The OT (Typing) must possess the ability to communicate effectively and exercise good judgment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to:

Type at a speed of not less than 40 words per minute from ordinary manuscript or printed or typewritten material.

AND

Either I:

One year of experience in California state service performing clerical duties at a level of responsibility equivalent to that of an Office Assistant, Range B.

Or II:

Experience: Two years of experience in typing and clerical work. [Academic education above the twelfth grade may be substituted for one year of the required general experience on the basis of either (a) one year of general education being equivalent to three months of experience; or (b) one year of education of a business or commercial nature being equivalent to six months of experience. Students who are enrolled in the last semester or its equivalent of course work, which upon completion will fulfill these requirements, will be admitted to the examination, but they must submit evidence of completion before they can be considered for appointment.]

To obtain list eligibility for the OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)  before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the  examination:  

CalCareers

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

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

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 an applicant 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.

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at:

Possession of a typing certificate with a minimum speed of 40 WPM issued within the last four years that meets the State Personnel Board requirements is required.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website: 
and the CalPERS website:  .

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Salary and Benefits website at:

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at:

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Priority consideration will be given to Reemployment, Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), and Surplus candidates.

All methods of appointments may be considered.

CCHCS accepts electronic applications. If interested, please submit an electronic application (STD 678) and resume through your CalCareer account at Your application must be submitted on or before the above Final Filing Date.

Paper App (If unable to submit an electronic application): To apply for this position, you may submit a Standard State Application (STD 678) and resume, along with copies of your most recent performance report, college transcripts/college diploma (if applicable) and license/certification (if applicable) to the contact person listed above.

PLEASE NOTE: All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (MQ's) of the classification, per SPB Rule 250.  Possession of MQs for list eligible applicants will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet MQs, the necessary steps will be taken to have the applicant's name withheld from the eligibility list.

This advertisement may be used for other Limited Term Full Time vacancies that may occur at this location during the life of this recruitment.

Resumes will be accepted in addition to the required STD. 678

It is up to the hiring authority to accept Training and Development (T&D) assignments. If you are interested in a T&D assignment, you are not required to meet MQs; however, you must indicate T&D as your eligibility when applying.

The term  VAR  and/or  XXX  in the position number indicates that multiple vacancies may exist for this classification.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Other -

  Typing Certificate Requirements: A typing Certificate is required for this position. Please provide a copy of your typing certificate when submitting your application. If you have not taken the typing test, you may bypass submission at this time. You must obtain your typing certificate with a passing score prior to appointment. Please see link below for more information.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time,

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