California Department of Social Services is hiring: OFFICE ASSISTANT (TYPING) in

Overview

Office Assistant (Typing) at the California Department of Social Services. This posting includes information on pay ranges, position details, duties, and application requirements.

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-493899
• Position #(s): 800-863-1379-004
• Working Title: Office Assistant (Typing)
• Classification: OFFICE ASSISTANT (TYPING)
• Salary: $3,273.00 - $4,098.00 A / $3,549.00 - $4,445.00 B
• New to State candidates start at the minimum of the classification or applicable range
• Number of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Los Angeles County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) serves, protects, and supports Californians in need, aiming to empower wellbeing and disrupt inequities. The CDSS Guiding Principles include Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, Belonging, Community Engagement, Empowerment, Quality Services, and Data Defined Outcomes. The Child Care Program focuses on health and safety of children in care and partnerships with providers, parents, and the child care community.

Job Description And Duties

Under the supervision of the El Segundo Child Care Office Regional Manager or designee, the Office Assistant (Typing) performs general clerical support functions. Responsibilities include: providing efficient license processing services, typing general correspondence and other materials, maintaining facility and licensing files, processing mail, answering telephones and routine inquiries, providing general information about licensing requirements, operating office equipment, and other clerical duties as required. Bilingual-Spanish candidates are preferred but not required. Language proficiency is requested.

Special Requirements

• The position requires the ability to type at a minimum speed as designated on the Class Specifications. A valid typing certificate confirming the ability to meet the minimum typing speed is required prior to hire. Acceptable typing tests information is available at CalCareers.ca.gov.
• This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Final Filing Date: 10/09/2025. Applications may be submitted electronically through CalCareers.ca.gov or as a hard copy package per the instructions provided in the posting.

Required Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic State Employment Application). Include all experience and education relevant to the Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume is optional but may be included.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. The State maintains a drug-free work place policy.

Note

This posting includes information about the position and application process. For guidance on applying for a state job, you may refer to the provided resources and contact points in the posting.