OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)
United States
USD 3,829-4,794 / month
Job Posting: Legal Tech Trainee
Department of Justice
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: 7/28/2026
Job Description and Duties
The California Department of Justice seeks to hire a Legal Tech Trainee (Office Technician – Typist) to join a "POD" of legal support personnel to support attorneys in the Correctional Law and Antitrust Sections. Supervised by the POD Legal Support Manager (Supervisor I), the Legal Tech Trainee will perform a variety of clerical tasks for the POD. The Legal Tech Trainee should have experience with programs and software to proficiently type, edit, store, retrieve, print and process documents. Key responsibilities include typing and editing correspondence; assisting with travel arrangements and expense claims; administrative tasks such as processing and tracking invoices, service authorizations, and Revolving Fund requests; preparing closed files by boxing and preparing labels for delivery to the Docketing Unit; assisting with trial prep such as labeling exhibits and binder prep; and other clerical tasks.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Schedules are based on business needs and may be re-evaluated as Department needs change.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Department Information
- These positions are located in the Division of Administrative Services Legal Support Operations (LSO POD Section) Statewide.
- Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
- Please note that all new-to-State employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum salary of Range A. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Please visit the Attorney General’s website for more information at www.oag.ca.gov.
Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
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.
- A fingerprint check will be required.
- Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-523230) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
- Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely filled out describing in detail your background experience and/or education duties. All applications will be pre-screened and only the most qualified and competitive applicants will be included in the interview and hiring process.
- If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.
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: 7/28/2026Who 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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your state application and cannot be replaced by the required resume. Applications received without a SOQ will not be considered. The SOQ is a written response to assess your writing, communication skills, and explains how your education and experience meet the evaluation criteria and qualify you for the position. Please see the Statement of Qualifications section for instructions and questions for the SOQ.
Important Information:Applicants are prohibited from using unauthorized materials or technology (e.g., internet search engines such as Google), or artificial intelligence software (e.g., ChatGPT, Jobscan, Kickresume, etc.) that might serve to aid them in the application package.
- Other - Cover Letter
Desirable Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and tactfully with all levels of staff, and ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
- Experience working in a law office and supporting attorneys (State DOJ a plus).
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good attendance record.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint (SharePoint and Pro Law is a plus).
- Experience with processing invoices for review and payment.
- Experience with making travel arrangements and requests for reimbursement.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Lety Perez
(916) 210-7012
DASJC@doj.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:EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
Examination Information
To be considered for the job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.
Please note: A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin. Examination links can be found below:
OT/T: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2012
Additional Application Filing Information
Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there's no guarantee that your application will be data stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing ate, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.
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.
