Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Program Technician (PT) in the Quality Update and Expedite Section is an entry-level technician. The PT performs increasingly difficult duties associated with the update of information into the Automated Criminal History System. This includes reviewing and analyzing source documents for update, processing documents in error resolution, disseminating data, identifying data not conforming to legal and procedural requirements, and initiating action to resolve problems.

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

Completion of an online hiring test is REQUIRED to proceed in the selection process for this position. An email with test information will be sent to all applicants within 10 business days after the close of this job posting from [email protected]. If you submitted your application and have not received the test information email within 10 business days after the close of the job posting, please immediately contact the hiring contact listed on this job posting.

Hiring assessments are typically taken on a personal computer and may require candidates to visually identify information, type long passages, listen to audio recordings, or speak into an audio recorder. If you need a reasonable accommodation to take this test, please contact [email protected] by the final filing date listed on this bulletin.

A fingerprint check is required.

Clearly indicate JC – 441806 in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your State Application.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position,  you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma .  An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

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: 8/12/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 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 Justice

Attn: Corrina Rodacker JC-441806

Department of Justice 4949 Broadway

Room D-214

Sacramento , CA 95820

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Justice

Corrina Rodacker JC-441806

Department of Justice 4949 Broadway

Room D-214

Sacramento , CA 95820

08:00 AM - 05:00 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 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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills as it relates to the desirable qualifications and duties for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ should explain in detail why the candidate believes his or her knowledge, skills, and abilities could apply towards this position. Your response should be typed in Arial 12 point font and no more than two pages in length. Resumes will not be considered a substitute for the SOQ. Your application may be disqualified from consideration if your SOQ does not adhere to the requirements.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Immediate start,

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