Receptionist

This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in person at their designated approved HQ location at least four (4) days per week and as needed/required. Beginning July 1, 2025, all DGS employees will be required to work in office at their assigned HQ location four (4) days per week and as needed/required in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Excellence in the Business of Government.

Come join a team that creates:
•   A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship.
•   A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes.
•   An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department. Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager I of the Plan Review and Field Oversight Support Unit, the Office Technician (Typing) serves as the Electronic Document Technician being responsible for various clerical duties which includes but not limited to, the drafting of project status correspondences, maintaining records and manuals, utilizing eTracker database, DGS Correspondence Style and Format Guide, and established office guidelines in order to assist and support the compliance of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations (CCR).

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

Working Conditions
•   Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
•   Career Growth and Training: A focus on career growth and training in an effort to engage and retain a diverse talent pool that aligns with the organization's mission and vision.
•   Competitive Rewards: Employees enjoy world-class benefits packages, attractive salaries, and robust pension plans, reflecting a commitment to employee well-being.
•   Work-Life Balance: Work-life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
•   Learning and Development: Emphasizing on continuous learning, DGS offers onsite and virtual Statewide Training programs to ensure that employees remain at the cutting edge of their fields.
•   Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts. 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-476020

Position (s):
-010

Working Title:
Receptionist - Telework Option

Classification:
OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING) $3,717.00 - $4,654.00 A

of Positions:
1

Work Location:
San Diego County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information The Department of General Services (DGS) Core Values and Employee Expectations are key to the success of the Department's Mission. That mission is to "Deliver results by providing timely, cost-effective services and products that support our customers." DGS employees are to adhere to the Core Values and Employee Expectations, and to perform their duties in a way that exhibits and promotes those values and expectations.
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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.
•   Ability to type at a speed of not less than 40 words per minute from ordinary manuscript or printed or typewritten material.
•   Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 (State Application) may be disqualified. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. 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: 5/12/2025
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 . 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 General Services
OHR - Mailing
Attn: Classification & Certification Unit
P.O. Box 989052

West Sacramento , CA

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of General Services
OHR - DROP OFF
Classification & Certification Unit
Office of Human Resources
707 3rd Street Suite 7-130, Lobby
West Sacramento , CA 95605

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 . 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.
•  Statement of Qualifications - REQUIRED - Statement of Qualifications . Please see the Statement of Qualifications section on the job advertisement for details and instructions. 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 providing customer service to the public.
•   Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with others within and outside of the organization.
•   Experience using a computer, standard office equipment, and software such as the Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
•   Experience working with databases; searching, entering . click apply for full job details