Office Technician (Typing) - Nutrition Services

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The Department of State Hospitals-Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California.

The permanent/full time Office Technician (Typing) will be directed by the Director of Dietetics in Nutrition Services at the Department of State Hopsitals - Atascadero (ASH). Under general direction, performs a variety of the most difficult duties and is expected to consistently exercise a high degree of initiative, independence and originality in performing assigned tasks. This position requires detailed and sensitive public contact, the use of good judgment and the ability to communicate effectively. At times the position may provide functional guidance in training and assisting less experienced employees. Typing duties encompass a significant proportion of work time. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Maintains departmental records and files.
• Performs a variety of technical office work, such as detailed clerical support including frequent use of computer applications in Nutrition Services.
• Acts as a liaison to hospital staff and public by responding to and/or directing contacts and inquiries.
• Adheres to requirements for safety, security, and emergency response.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities and other miscellaneous responsibilities.

NOTE: INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD IN PERSON ONSITE. POSITION IS LOCATED ONSITE, NOT REMOTE. (LOCATION: ATASCADERO, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, CA)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Either 1: One year of experience in California state service performing clerical duties at a level of responsibility equivalent to that of an Office Assistant, Range B.

Or

2: Experience: Two years of experience in typing and clerical work. [Academic education above the twelfth grade may be substituted for one year of the required general experience on the basis of either (a) one year of general education being equivalent to three months of experience; or (b) one year of education of a business or commercial nature being equivalent to six months of experience. Students who are enrolled in the last semester or its equivalent of course work, which upon completion will fulfill these requirements, will be admitted to the examination, but they must submit evidence of completion before they can be considered for appointment.]

AND Ability to: Type at a speed of not less than 40 words per minute from ordinary manuscript or printed or typewritten material.

The hiring process consists of 3 steps:
1. Create a CalCareers account

2. Take and pass the exam

3. *Obtain proctored typing test

4. Apply for the vacancy

* Must be able to type 40 NET WPM. Must provide a valid typing certificate with a minimum speed of 40 NET WPM. Typing tests for certification must be 5 minutes in length and proctored either virtually or in person.

We offer:
Competitive salaries
Health, dental and vision insurance
Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
CALPERS Safety retirement and 401K/457 plan options Upward mobility opportunities

Click on the link below to learn more about our area:
https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero/About_the_Area.html

For more information, please contact DSH-Atascadero Recruitment Team at ASHRecruitment@dsh.ca.gov or (805) 468-3660.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,829.00 - $4,794.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $3,829 - $4,794