Regional Records Coordinator

Job Description and Duties

Are you interested in a meaningful job and want to work toward building healthy, safe, and economically viable communities? Are you driven by protecting the environment and health of all Californians? Consider a career with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC.) If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent communication skills, and have a passion for administrative excellence, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity with us. Under close supervision of a Supervisor I, the Office Technician (General) will learn all facets of activities related to Cypress Regional Office operations.

As an Office Technician (General) you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain the integrity of large volumes of complex, confidential, and sensitive records by ensuring documents are filed in appropriate folders and locations as items are submitted to the Cypress Regional Central File Room
• Prepare new folders to establish new facility/site files or extension folders in accordance with the Regional Uniform File Policy procedures
• Ensure security of confidential records by filing appropriate documentation in a secure location
• Cross-reference site records when appropriate by utilizing the DTSC 1288 form for site files that have more than one name or oversized reports/documents
• Independently research information involving all facilities/sites including documents, records, files, binders, maps, etc., to respond to Public Records Act Requests (PRAR) that are received in accordance with provisions of the Public Records Act, Public Records Act Requests Policy & Procedures and other departmental procedures
• Notify program staff within 24 hours of receipt of requests for file reviews, including files referenced and any confidential documents

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

• Administrative Support/Office/Clerical/Organizational experience
• Experience working in a team environment
• File/Records Room experience
• MS Word, Excel, PPT experience
• Communication (verbal or written)/Time Management skills
• Ability to independently analyze situations to make quick and effective decisions

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

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 .

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of Toxic Substances Control does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

The position is headquartered in Cypress, CA.

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Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.

The SOQ should be no more than 2 page(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, contain no more than 5 grammatical and spelling errors, and Arial font size 12.

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. Please describe what customer service means to you.

2. Please describe your experience managing records.

3. Please describe your experience working with a team.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Application Instructions

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended . If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.

For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC# 530147 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.

Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer. 

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found .

DO NOT include any confidential information in your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements” section above for additional information.