Office Assistant, Accounting Job at CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitatio

Job Description And Duties

This advertisement is for an Office Assistant position located at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, Tuolumne County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 099-643-1379-807.

CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

Under supervision of the Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor), and under the indirect supervision of the Correctional Business Manager II, DOC, the Office Assistant (Typing) will process all incoming and outgoing staff and incarcerated people mail in an expeditious and efficient manner. The position requires the ability to accurately record, receipt, track, and log paperwork, forms and other information as essential.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 30, 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

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

Working Conditions

About this location -- Sierra Conservation Center (SCC) is located in the foothills near Jamestown, California, in the heart of the Mother Lode Gold Country. It is adjacent to the Stanislaus National Forest, offering pine trees, mountain streams, and an abundance of recreational activities (fishing, swimming, camping, skiing, golfing, etc.). The prison is approximately 70 miles from Yosemite National Park.

The primary mission of SCC is to provide housing, programs and services for minimum and medium custody incarcerated individuals, to aid in their rehabilitation. SCC is responsible for the training and placement of male incarcerated individuals in the Conservation Camp Program. SCC administers male camps located throughout California.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• OFFICE ASSISTANT (TYPING)
• OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code # JC-496019

Position #(s) 099-643-1379-807

Working Title Office Assistant, Accounting

Classification OFFICE ASSISTANT (TYPING)

Salary Range A $3,273.00 - $4,098.00

Salary Range B $3,549.00 - $4,445.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider OFFICE TECHNICIAN (TYPING)

Salary Range A $3,829.00 - $4,794.00

# of Positions 1

Work Location Tuolumne County

Telework In Office

Job Type Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace...

Department Website http://cdcr.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) the ability to type at a minimum speed as designated on the Class Specifications. 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.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to: Perform clerical work, including ability to spell correctly; use good English; make arithmetical computations; operate various office machines; follow oral and written directions; evaluate situations accurately and take effective action; read and write English at a level required for successful job performance.
• Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact Josh Fitzwater (209) 984-5291 ext: 5137 josh.fitzwater@cdcr.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. ...

EEO Contact: EEO Coordinator (209) 984-5291 ext: 6208 Amy.Heusel@cdcr.ca.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability... etc.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective…