What are the responsibilities and job description for the OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING) position at Department of State Hospitals?
You must have list eligiblity in order to apply for this position. You can obtain list eligiblity by simply clicking on the link below and taking the Office Technician exam:
EXAM LINK: Office Technician Typing and General bulletin (ca.gov)
DSH-Napa Department of Social Work Services is accepting applications for a permanent full-time Office Technician (Typing) position. This position is under the supervision of the Chief of Social Work. The OT performs a variety of general and complex secretarial/clerical support services and exercises a high degree of initiative and independence requiring excellent organization and time management skills. Profiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook is highly desirable.
Applications may be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. This position will be filled pending budget approval.
- You must complete the STD. 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, “Office Technician (Typing) – JC# 474582” 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 not be considered.
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
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: http://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(n) 40 wpm Typing Certification Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.
You must be on the eligibility list in order to be considered:
EXAM LINK:
Office Technician Typing and General bulletin (ca.gov)
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: 4/25/2025Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
Desirable Qualifications
Benefits
- Free Onsite gym
- Daycare onsite
- Beautiful walking trails
- Close to shopping and schools
- Close to freeways
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Diana Prasad
(707) 690-4227
Diana.Prasad@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:Tiffani Emerson Morris
(707) 253-5562
Tiffani.EmersonMorris@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.
