OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)
About The Position
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet). We advocate with purpose and passion every day for our state's veterans and their families and connect them to their earned benefits. We offer a range of services, from our network of award-winning veterans' homes to our innovative home loans program. Additionally, we provide special statewide benefits and veteran outreach services. CalVet provides our staff with a wide range of fulfilling and enriching growth opportunities in skilled trades, healthcare, administrative and professional fields, and beyond. We actively cultivate an inclusive atmosphere that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life journeys, empowering them to excel and flourish. We enthusiastically welcome your distinctive contributions to our organization and the meaningful work we undertake. This position is located in Administration Support & Services Department of the Veterans Home of California - Lancaster and is responsible to provide clerical support to the Assistant Administrator who oversees various areas. Apply today to join our team! Visit our website at www.calvet.ca.gov to learn more about us. We especially encourage veterans to apply utilizing CalVet's Veterans Hiring Preference (please refer to the Special Requirements section below) and the state's Veterans Preference program. Please note: You will need to take and pass an examination for Office Technician (typing) to establish list eligibility prior to job offer. Please visit https://www.jobs.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Landing/Jobs/Steps.aspx for more information. Veterans are encouraged to utilize the state's Veterans Preference Program You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Requirements
- Ability to type at a minimum speed as designated on the Class Specifications
- Obtain a valid typing certificate confirming your ability to meet the minimum typing speed, prior to being hired.
- Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
- Military service must be included in the Employment History section of the Employment Applications (STD. 678).
- The application package must include documentation of discharge, appropriate to the branch of service. The documentation must reflect a discharge/release under conditions other than dishonorable.
- Successful completion of a live scan and a pre-employment physical (including drug testing for certain civil service classifications) will be required.
- A typing certification is required when applicants apply for clerical positions such as Office Assistant (Typing) and Office Technician (Typing).
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, timekeeping, vehicle tracking, travel expenses, and general clerical skills.
- Strong organizational skills to support effective file management, as well as knowledge of timekeeping, vehicle tracking, travel expenses, and general workplace operations.
- Strong proofreading skills for a variety of documents are also essential.
- Maintain a positive presence in the workplace and be able to work independently, cooperatively, and effectively with individuals at all levels.
- Strong communication abilities, attention to detail, the capacity to manage multiple priorities, and the ability to work well within a team environment are critical.
- A high level of professionalism is required.
- Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to assume responsibility.
- A strong attendance record is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Provide clerical support to the Assistant Administrator who oversees various areas.
Benefits
- Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.
- Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
