OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)
State of California
Napa, CA, USA
USD 3,829-4,794 / month
Job Posting: Office Technician (Typing)
Department of State Hospitals
OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)
$3,829.00 - $4,794.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 5/24/2026
Job Description and Duties
The Department of State Hospitals - Napa currently has a full-time, permanent vacancy for an Office Technician (Typing). This position will report to the HRT II (supervisor) or HRT III. Duties include assignments such as correspondence, reports, forms, minutes, preparation and maintenance of various records and filing systems; characteristics include punctuality, good attendance, positive attitude, good verbal and written communication skills, self-motivated, customer oriented and ability to be cross trained on multiple desks. Please see the attached duty statements for defined duties.
Please be certain that your application package completely 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. Please ensure your application is thoroughly filled out, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Per CCR 249.3 this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
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 this link.
- You are required to submit your Typing Certificate as described above.
- You must complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety.
- 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.
Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of State Hospitals - Napa must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.
Please click on the link below to establish list eligibility. This is a separate process from applying for the job vacancy.
Office Technician (Typing) Exam Link)
If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. Please note this is a separate process, you will also need to submit your application of interest additionally.
A typing certificate is required for this Office Technician (OT) position. This position requires the ability to type at a minimum speed for 40 words per minute. You must obtain a valid typing certificate confirming your ability to meet the 40 words per minute typing speed prior to being hired. State departments will honor typing certificates issued within the last four years and certified from a five (5) minute typing test that meets the CalHR requirements, with a minimum of 40 WPM (words per minute). Please attach with your application a typing certificate issued within the last four years that certifies your ability to type at a speed of 40 WPM. We will honor typing certificates certified from a five (5) minute typing test that meets the CalHR requirements, with a minimum of 40 WPM (words per minute). No online typing certificates are accepted.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporart salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
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.
Applicant Survey
Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: Recruitment Survey
Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.
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.
A typing certificate is required with your application. We will honor typing certificates issued within the last four (4) years and certified from a five (5) minutes typing test, with a minimum of 40 words per minute. Acceptable Certificates are 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 EDD’s website at http://www.edd.ca.gov/Jobs_and_Training/pubs/osfile.pdf; 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.
- Any State Agency/Department (the Agency/Department that you are applying to may also give you a typing test)
- The Employment Development Department’s (EDD) One-Stop Career Centers may offer free typing tests. For a location near you, please visit EDD’s website.
- Business schools or colleges
- Adult Education Centers
- Skills and Business Education Centers
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: 5/24/2026Who 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.
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 parks
On-site exercise facility
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Harleen Sahota
(000) -
harleen.sahota@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) 312-6255
tiffani.emersonmorris@dsh.ca.gov
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.
