This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Classification: OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

Under the general direction of the Supervisor I, the Office Technician (Typing) (OT) performs work tasks related to the Board of Parole Hearings (Board) scheduling and processing of documentation for inmates with parole proceedings and nonviolent reviews, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Applicants must have strong communication and interpersonal skills. They must also be extremely detailed-oriented, flexible, and self-starting. The OT must be able to work semi- independently, meet strict deadlines, follow directions, and cope with a regularly shifting workload and/or technology changes/upgrades. The OT must have the ability to process and view crime scene photos and to review and maintain confidentiality of records. The OT must tactfully and effectively deal with all levels of staff and maintain effective business communication skills by email and by telephone. The OT must be comfortable with learning and utilizing a variety of computer programs and office equipment including but not limited to: Electronic Records Management System (ERMS), Strategic Offender Management System (SOMS), Board information Technology System (BITS), Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Adobe Pro and Outlook; microfiche machine, scanner, copier, shred machine, postage meters, and/or mailroom equipment. The OT may be required to provide general clerical support to managers in Program Operations. The OT position allows telework but may be required to work from the office routinely based on specific task assignment.

The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.

For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4648.

CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

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

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

May be hired into one of these positions:

• Scheduling Support Desk
• Triage Desk
• Transcript Desk
• FAD Desk
• Attorney/Observer/Interpreter Desk

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

Working Conditions

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for employees who can satisfactorily perform their essential work functions independently and remotely. Specific telework schedules may be discussed further during the interview process. Telework is only available to residents of California.

Qualifications

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.
• 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
• 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 NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services

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

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.:

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to:

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.:

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation is Chuck Callahan.