OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

State of California
State of California

Full-time

Sacramento County, CA, USA

USD 3,829-4,794 / month

Posted on Oct 16, 2026

Job Posting: Receptionist

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

JC-535689
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Receptionist
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: 10/25/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Administrative Manager (Supervisor II), the Office Technician (Typing) serves as the primary receptionist and administrative support for the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz). The incumbent performs a variety of the most difficult clerical and administrative duties, including responding to telephone and email inquiries, receiving and assisting visitors, processing mail and deliveries, coordinating conference rooms, ordering and maintaining office supplies,a processing invoices and procurement transactions, and entering data into FI$Cal. The incumbent also provides general clerical support to staff, coordinates with vendors and other state agencies, and independently performs assigned duties requiring sound judgment, organization, and effective communication.

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

Working Conditions

In office: This position requires reporting in-person at Sacramento headquarters.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-535689
Position #(s):
373-100-1139-901
Working Title:
Receptionist
Classification:
OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)
$3,829.00 - $4,794.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California's leader for job growth and economic development efforts. GO-Biz offers a range of services to business owners including: attraction, retention and expansion services, site selection, permit streamlining, clearing of regulatory hurdles, small business assistance, international trade development, assistance with state government, and much more.

This is a limited term position for 12 months.
Department Website: http://www.business.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.
Employment Application:
Interested applicants must fill out the "Employment History" section of the State Application (STD 678) with all relevant experience to be considered for this position. GO-Biz will not review attached resumes in lieu of the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678). Failure to fill out the Employment History section of the State Application (STD 678) will result in disqualification. All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Be sure to include the following:

  • "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
  • Hours worked per week
  • Private sector job titles
  • Supervisor name and phone number
  • Job duties performed
  • State employees should list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Statement of Qualification Instructions:

Interested individuals must submit an SOQ. The SOQ must be in 12-point font, single-spaced, and no more than 2 page in length. The SOQ must address the following in numerical order; do not consolidate responses:

1. Describe your knowledge and skills of customer service techniques and principles to ensure effective responses to a customer’s requests, questions, issues, complaints, etc. Describe your ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with executive and departmental staff, members of the public, and other governmental agencies.

2. Describe your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook and give examples of how you have used such documents and programs in a work environment.


Resumes and/or cover letters do not take place of the SOQ. Applicants who fail to submit their SOQ and/or fail to follow the instructions above will be disqualified and not receive consideration for this position.



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: 10/25/2026

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.

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
GO-Biz
Attn: Human Resources, JC 535689
1325 J St.
Suite 1800
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
GO-Biz
Human Resources, JC 535689
1325 J St.
Suite 1800
Sacramento, CA 95814
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 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 - Interested individuals must submit an SOQ. Please follow the instructions under the "Special Requirements" section of this announcement.
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.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
  • Work life balance (most positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually – specific accrual rates can be found here).
  • Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc)
  • Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS
  • Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
  • School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Commute Program
  • Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
  • ScholarShare (college savings account)
  • On-the-job training and professional development
  • Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards
Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees!

Salary

IN MOST CASES, ALL NEW TO STATE EMPLOYEES MUST START AT THE MINIMUM OF THE POSTED SALARY RANGE.

Exam and Education Documentation

Examination Requirements: Unless you have transfer or reinstatement eligibility, please take the Office Technician (Typing) exam to obtain eligibility for this position:

  • Exam Link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2012

Educational Requirements: If you are using education as your basis of meeting the minimum qualifications, you must provide a copy of your diploma or school transcripts.

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.

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.

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