Job Description and Duties

The Fire Department is accepting applications for an Office Technician (Typing) (OT). This position is under the supervision of the Fire Chief. The OT performs a variety of general and difficult office work, exercises a high degree of initiative, independence, and originality in performing assigned tasks. Assignments include, but are not limited to; typing correspondence, reports, and forms; taking and preparing minutes and scheduling appointments; record keeping, such as timekeeping, and filing.

Pleae see the attached duty statements for defined duties.

Typing Certification Requirement

Acceptable Certificates are accepted from the following entities: Any CA State Agency/Department; The Employment Development Department's (EDD) One-Stop Career Centers may offer free typing tests. For a location near you, visit their website at American Job Center Finder | CareerOneStop; Business schools or Colleges; Adult Education Center; or Skills and Business Education Center. Unacceptable certificates: Internet typing certificates; typing certificates from employment agencies; and typing certificates that is less than five (5) minutes testing.

Please be certain that your STD 678 Employment application package is complete and describes your work experience as it relates to the minimum qualifications of the position. Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview. Failure to include necessary documents may also exclude you from the hiring process.

To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:

• You are required to pass the Office Technician (Typing) exam located by clicking the Office Technician (Typing) Exam link, unless you are currently or reinstating in the Office Technician classification.

• You are required to submit your Typing Certificate as described above.

• You must complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, "Office Technician (Typing) Personnel

• JC - 436878" in the "Job Title(s)" section of the application.

• Duties performed and supervisor's name and contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will be screened out.

• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD 678.

• Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD 678.

• Attach a copy of proof of degree or transcript if using the education to meet the minimum qualification.

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-436878

Position #(s):

480-554-1139-700

Working Title:

Office Technician (Typing)

Classification:

OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

$3,609.00 - $4,518.00 A

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Napa County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

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.

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/13/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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).

How To Apply

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 CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals

Attn: Exams and Hiring Unit

2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa, CA 94558

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals

Exam and Hiring Unit

• Wilkins Building

2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa, CA 94558

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

Experience in using Microsoft Office, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, copiers, scanners, and a multi line telephone. Ability to develop positive and effective communication and working relationships.

Benefits

Benefit information may be obtained by visiting the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) web site and to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) web site for retirement and health benefit information.

Other benefits include:

• Free Parking

• On-site childcare

• Electric Vehicle charging stations

• Beautiful walking trails and access to local parks

• On-site exercise facility

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Cari Paganini

(000) -

cari.paganini@dsh.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Kevin Brodie

(707) 815-9677

kevin.brodie@dsh.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Office of Human Rights

(916) 573-2727

dsh.eeo@dsh.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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.