Administrative Judicial Legal Assistant

If you enjoy taking part in legal administrative and clerical support under unique and complex circumstances and can type at a speed of 45 words per minute, the Senior Legal Typist (SLT) position with the Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) may be for you. DWC within the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) monitors the administration of workers' compensation claims and provides services to assist in resolving disputes with claims for workers' compensation benefits. DWC is looking for an effective communicator willing to prepare correspondence independently. The SLT will review and process legal documents such as case openings, pleadings, and other correspondence. The SLT will also assist parties and litigants with inquiries and updates in person, by telephone, or email. Additionally, the SLT will transcribe dictation from a dictating machine for reports, decisions, or orders. This position has flexibility to telework and is expected to report to the office 3 days a week.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3.


To be considered for this Senior Legal Typist job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
This position is located at:
120 Cremona Drive, Suite 270
Goleta, CA 93117
The Santa Barbara office is in a smoke-free office located in the Employment Development Department building, close to public transportation and a short walk to State Street where you can enjoy many restaurants. Daily access to and use of a personal computer, keyboard, telephone, fax and other office equipment are essential. Employee is required to attend meetings in designated conference rooms and be willing to travel for off-site trainings, work in a team environment and independently.


Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR LEGAL TYPIST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-534622


Position #(s):
400-680-3224-529

Working Title:
Administrative Judicial Legal Assistant


Classification:
SENIOR LEGAL TYPIST $3,689.00 - $4,623.00 A
$4,127.00 - $5,159.00 B
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
1


Work Location:
Santa Barbara County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Department Information
The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers. DIR also publishes materials and holds workshops and seminars to promote healthy employment relations, conducts research to improve its programs, and coordinates with other agencies to target egregious violators of labor laws and tax laws in the underground economy.

Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages maybe submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions" section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Department Website:


Special Requirements Proficient with Microsoft Office products including, Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point. Typing Certificate of 45 words per minute, ability to read and write English at a level required for successful job performance, establish and maintain effective working relationships, communicate effectively, follow directions, analyze situations and take effective action using good judgment in decision making, manage time and resources effectively and be responsive to management needs.



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: 10/27/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). 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 Industrial Relations
Cert Mailing Address Sacramento
Attn: Certifications Unit
1416 9th Street, 13th Floor


Sacramento , CA 95814


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


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


Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento
Human Resources/Certs Unit
1416 9th Street, 13th Floor


Sacramento , CA 95814


08:00 AM - 04:00 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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.


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:

• Knowledge of spelling, grammar, punctuation, business English usage and correspondence.
• Knowledge of technical legal terms and various legal forms and documents and their processing.
• Knowledge of modern office methods, supplies, and equipment.
• Excellent interpreting skills to accurately interpret written material and numerical data.
• Excellent writing skills to edit written material.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to ensure quality customer service and to communicate with other staff and those contacted in the work place.
• Excellent organizational skills to prioritize work assignments or projects.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to type at a speed of 45 words per minute.
• Ability to read and write English at a level required for successful job performance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to prepare correspondence independently.
• Ability to perform difficult legal clerical work including the ability to process a large variety of legal documents, spell correctly, use good English, and make arithmetic computations.
• Ability to transcribe accurately difficult dictation involving a variety of legal terms from a dictating machine.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and take effective action.

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

There are many benefits to joining the DIR team! The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program and monthly transportation reimbursement.


Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Certification Unit
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Diversity and Inclusion Office
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Additional Information


Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification.

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey


DIR Mission and Core Values


Our mission is to protect and improve the welfare and working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR is also committed to ensuring that all employers comply with labor laws in California to support a fair and thriving business environment.

Integrity - We fulfill the promise of our mission through fair, honest and ethical behavior.

Service - We are committed to responsibly serving the public and value their trust.

Respect - We treat others with dignity, courtesy and consideration.

Quality - We take pride in providing the public with accurate and timely services.

Transparency - We conduct ourselves with openness and accountability in all aspects of our work.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.