Job Description

Job Description and Duties

If you're an early-morning, detail-oriented person with strong customer service and computer skills, who is looking for a rewarding career that contributes to healthy school meals for Southern California's school children, please consider applying.

The Pomona Distribution Center, operated by the Nutrition Services Division of the California Department of Education, receives and stores dry, chilled, and frozen foods which are then delivered to schools throughout Central and Southern California for use in their school nutrition programs. The Office Technician (Typing) is responsible for completing and monitoring processes within a computerized system that allows schools to order food, store food on site, and arrange for delivery. This position also provides technical assistance to schools on the ordering system, supporting the adjustment of orders and deliveries; completes associated documentation; and helps resolve ordering issues. Additionally, this position is responsible for managing incoming mail, accurate and timely invoicing, and for monitoring the extended storage program for school food stored on site.

Hybrid schedule requires a minimum of three days per week reporting to the office in-person. Core business hours: M-F, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Free parking.

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

HYBRID

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. Currently, the hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

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.

Copy of a valid typing certificate, issued within the last 4 years, indicating the ability to type at least 40 words per minute is required. Typing certification must be 5 minutes in length and proctored.

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) has approved certificates from the following entities:

• The Employment Development Department’s (EDD) One-Stop Career Centers may offer free typing tests. For a location near you, visit EDD’s website at
• Adult Education Centers
• Skills and Business Education Centers

CalCareers Typing Requirements:

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

* Strong administrative support experience

* Excellent computer skills, including experience using Outlook, Word, and Excel

* Experience drafting and conducting professional communications, including drafting emails and job aids, and providing excellent customer service and support

* Experience and accuracy with data entry and record keeping

* Exhibit consistent attendance, punctuality, and dependability

* Experience managing multiple tasks with accuracy and timeliness

* Ability to facilitate expeditious resolution of problems reported via in-person requests, incoming phone calls, and emails

* Willingness to be flexible with changing priorities

Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

· Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days

·401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

· Employee Assistance Program

· Commute Program

More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website:  Benefits Summary

Important Application Instructions

• How to Apply for state jobs:
• Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.
• DO NOT include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
• Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
• For experience to be considered, your STD 678 (state application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed will be considered incomplete.
• For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
• If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), use the revised 06/2024 version.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. List of approved agencies:
• Please note that the CalCareer system  will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted.
• Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
• For general information about getting a job with the state, please view the job series videos here: .

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 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.
• Other - Typing Certificate
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ,” be no more than 1 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:

  1. Describe your education, training, and experience that qualify you for this position based on the tasks described in the duty statement and the desirable qualifications listed in this job posting.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours, 2 days per week, 3 days per week, Early shift

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