OFFICE TECHNICIAN (GENERAL) - CASE SERVICES

Job Description and Duties

This position is located in the City of Salinas.

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor I, the Office Technician (General) independently provides technical and clerical support to the Team Manager, and the VRSD team by performing specialized duties related to the vocational rehabilitation services delivery process.

The Office Technician (General)-Case Service communicates with as first point of contact with applicants and consumers regarding the DOR VR program; uses good judgment and awareness and knowledge of disability conditions to independently act, respond, and assist with various consumer situations; responds to inquiries from consumer-related external stakeholders to expedite timely provision of information and services; provides information to applicants and consumers in person and on the phone regarding various DOR processes; gathers information from consumer necessary to research answers or solutions to a variety of inquiries or situations; obtains medical records from consumers to assist the QRP determine eligibility for LEAP and/or Schedule A employment programs; consults with consumers to provide information and to answer questions regarding DOR procedures and processes to procure goods and services for participation in the VR program; assists consumers with completion of authorizations for services; tracks and implements plan related services for consumers; reviews incoming invoices to ensure proper completion (accounting codes) for payment processing and prepares Invoice Dispute Notifications (STD 209) as needed; Sends letters and makes phone contact with consumers, vendors, and service providers to implement the VR activities identified in the Individual Plan for Employment (IPE); processes incoming and outgoing mail for unit including specialized mailing as needed; sends electronic requests to route, transfer, and close cases as assigned and other duties as required.

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.

Multiple vacancies may exist.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The majority of the work will take place in one of the following locations with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders: a DOR open office setting in a cubicle environment, offsite in the community, at events and various partner locations, and/or at an approved alternate work location. The incumbent must have the ability to work in an office setting for up to 40 hours per week and remain at a workstation for extended periods while utilizing a personal computer, peripherals, and other office equipment with or without accommodation. The incumbent will be working in an office setting with both natural and artificial lighting. Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

Special Requirements

If mailing in an application, include JC#526026 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

Employment Application (STD.678):

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

1. Describe your experience in a clerical or in-office setting?

2. What is your experience in customer service? Please give an example.

3. How do you prioritize your tasks when you have multiple competing deadlines?

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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

Examination Information

To obtain list eligibility for the Office Technician - General (OT-G) position(s) you must first take the online exam

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.