What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Judicial Legal Assistant position at California Department of Industrial Relations?
Job Description And Duties
Do you have a high degree of initiative and enjoy working with others in a team setting? Are you able to communicate effectively and tactfully with the public? Can you type at a speed of 45 words per minute? If you answered yes to all the questions, this Senior Legal Typist (SLT) position with the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) may be for you.
DWC within the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) is responsible for the administration of workers' compensation claims and provides services to assist in resolving disputes with claims for workers' compensation benefits. DWC is seeking an individual who is interested in performing meaningful secretarial work and collaborating closely with the Legal Support Supervisor I (LSSI) to manage case assignments. The SLT prepares and serves orders, decisions and correspondence and provides secretarial and clerical support to the Workers' Compensation Judge (WCJ) assigned. Additionally, the SLT works within the Electronic Adjudication Management System (EAMS) to manage their tasks, process incoming and outgoing documents and manage the judge's calendar.
Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.
This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is located at:
464 W. Fourth Street, Suite 239
San Bernardino, CA 92401
The San Bernardino office is easily accessible from the 215, 210 and 10 freeways and close to the historic Molly's Cafe, Inland Center Mall, Starbucks, Panda Express and In and Out restaurants. Telework is available two days per week and parking is $15.00 per month. The SLT works 40 hours per week in a smoke-free office under LED lighting, controlled temperature, quiet to moderate noise levels; equipped with cubicles, computer, and other office equipment. The SLT is required to attend meetings in designated conference rooms and be willing to travel for off-site trainings, work in a team environment and independently.
The SLT works under the supervision of the Legal Support Supervisor I and the Presiding Workers’ Compensation Judge.
Special Requirements
Proficient with Microsoft Office products including, Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point. Typing Certificate of 45 words per minute, ability to read and write English at a level required for successful job performance, establish and maintain effective working relationships, communicate effectively, follow directions, analyze situations and take effective action using good judgment in decision making, manage time and resources effectively and be responsive to management needs.
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: 10/10/2025
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:
Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Mailing Address Sacramento
Attn: Personnel Recruitment & Hiring Unit
2180 Harvard Street Suite 160
Sacramento , CA 95815
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento
Personnel Recruitment & Hiring Unit
2180 Harvard Street Suite 160
Sacramento , CA 95815
08:00 AM - 04:00 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:
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.
Do you have a high degree of initiative and enjoy working with others in a team setting? Are you able to communicate effectively and tactfully with the public? Can you type at a speed of 45 words per minute? If you answered yes to all the questions, this Senior Legal Typist (SLT) position with the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) may be for you.
DWC within the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) is responsible for the administration of workers' compensation claims and provides services to assist in resolving disputes with claims for workers' compensation benefits. DWC is seeking an individual who is interested in performing meaningful secretarial work and collaborating closely with the Legal Support Supervisor I (LSSI) to manage case assignments. The SLT prepares and serves orders, decisions and correspondence and provides secretarial and clerical support to the Workers' Compensation Judge (WCJ) assigned. Additionally, the SLT works within the Electronic Adjudication Management System (EAMS) to manage their tasks, process incoming and outgoing documents and manage the judge's calendar.
Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.
This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR
- 249.3.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is located at:
464 W. Fourth Street, Suite 239
San Bernardino, CA 92401
The San Bernardino office is easily accessible from the 215, 210 and 10 freeways and close to the historic Molly's Cafe, Inland Center Mall, Starbucks, Panda Express and In and Out restaurants. Telework is available two days per week and parking is $15.00 per month. The SLT works 40 hours per week in a smoke-free office under LED lighting, controlled temperature, quiet to moderate noise levels; equipped with cubicles, computer, and other office equipment. The SLT is required to attend meetings in designated conference rooms and be willing to travel for off-site trainings, work in a team environment and independently.
The SLT works under the supervision of the Legal Support Supervisor I and the Presiding Workers’ Compensation Judge.
Special Requirements
Proficient with Microsoft Office products including, Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point. Typing Certificate of 45 words per minute, ability to read and write English at a level required for successful job performance, establish and maintain effective working relationships, communicate effectively, follow directions, analyze situations and take effective action using good judgment in decision making, manage time and resources effectively and be responsive to management needs.
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: 10/10/2025
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:
Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Mailing Address Sacramento
Attn: Personnel Recruitment & Hiring Unit
2180 Harvard Street Suite 160
Sacramento , CA 95815
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento
Personnel Recruitment & Hiring Unit
2180 Harvard Street Suite 160
Sacramento , CA 95815
08:00 AM - 04:00 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
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.
Salary : $3,689 - $5,159
