Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Pursuant to the Public Health Order ( issued by the California Department of Public Health and the directive ( issued by the Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR), employees in institutional settings are required to show evidence of full vaccination for COVID-19, absent an approved reasonable medical or religious accommodation precluding them from vaccination.

The Chief Deputy Warden requires the assistance and services of an Office Technician.  This level of clerical expertise is required as the individual is often working unsupervised.  The position requires a high degree of initiative, independence and originality in performing very detailed assignments.  This individual is involved in very sensitive public contacts and must be knowledgeable as to the policies and procedures of the Department as well as the institution.  The Office Technician will assure that there is full time office coverage at all times.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Applicants must provide copy of valid typing certificate meeting the 40 words per minute (WPM) requirement prior to appointment.

Typing certificate must be issued by a recognized Non-Profit Organization, Adult School, and/or Job Training Programs. Typing certificate must be provided prior to being hired.

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.

1. 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.

2. 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 a candidate 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.

3. Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by departmental annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

4. Pursuant to the Public Health Orders ( Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings and  State and Local Correctional Facilities and Detention Centers Health Care Worker Vaccination Requirement)issued by the California Department of Public Health and the directive   Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines and Testing for Institution Staff issued by the Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR), all staff assigned to this post/position may be required to show evidence of full vaccination and booster for COVID-19, absent an approved reasonable medical or religious accommodation precluding them from vaccination.

5. 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.

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

7. CDCR utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to

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

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Salinas Valley State Prison is located in beautiful Monterey County which is home to prestigious wine country, world famous golf courses, breath taking ocean views, easy commute, mild temperatures, clean air and an agriculturally rich region.  Don't just vacation on the Monterey Peninsula, Live there!  In addition, parking at SVSP is free.

Additional Information

• This advertisement may be used to fill this and other vacancies that occur during the validity of this recruitment.
• Various types of appointments may be considered, HOWEVER if you are a State employee requesting a T&D Assignment, this MUST be indicated on your application or by selecting "Other" as appointment type and typing in “T&D Assignment” when prompted during online submission.
• All applicants other than T&D must meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification.
• Positions filled as limited term or as a Training and Development may become permanent. 
• All applications will be screened (based on information provided on your application) and only the most qualified will be interviewed.  Therefore, please be as thorough as possible when filling out application. Please attach resume or additional documents if necessary.
• Incomplete applications will be screened out.

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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area

Similar Jobs