Application Processing Specialist

Under the general direction of the Supervising Program Technician III (SPT III) in the Program Support Division's Application Processing Unit (APU), within the Consumer Assistance Program (CAP), the Program Technician III (PT III) works at the journey level as a subject matter expert as it pertains to regulatory knowledge and processing applications.

* Please refer to the "Application Instructions" and "Additional Information" for instructions on how to apply*.

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

Working Conditions
The incumbent works 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in an office setting with artificial light and temperature control. The incumbent must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position at a workstation throughout the day and must occasionally position self to perform a variety of tasks including retrieval of files.

The incumbent must be able to use a laptop and possess knowledge and experience of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and be able to navigate within other internal database. Incumbent must possess good communication skills, use good judgment in decision-making, exercise creativity and flexibility in problem identification and resolution, manage time and resources effectively and be responsive to CAP management needs.

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

• PROGRAM TECHNICIAN III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-470104

Position #(s):
646-200-9929-XXX
646-200-9929-003

Working Title:
Application Processing Specialist

Classification:
PROGRAM TECHNICIAN III $4,203.00 - $5,267.00 A

# of Positions:
Multiple

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Facility:
Bureau of Automotive Repair

Work Shift:
8:00AM - 5:00PM

Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information The Bureau of Automotive Repair's mission is to protect and serve California consumers by ensuring a fair and competitive automotive repair marketplace and administering a model motor vehicle emissions reduction program.

This position is located in Rancho Cordova, CA.

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The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees. DCA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in carrying out its consumer protection mission, and DCA solidifies this commitment starting with its recruitment efforts. DCA enriches its diversity through a workforce that reflects the population it serves, delivers successful results through inclusive teamwork where all contributions are valued, ensures every employee receives fair opportunities to succeed, and enables all employees to do their best by providing access to tools, resources, information, equipment and career development.

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: 3/26/2025
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Consumer Affairs
Office of Human Resources
Attn: Attn: Recruitment Technician JC#470104, EF
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321

Sacramento , CA 95834

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Consumer Affairs
Office of Human Resources
Attn: Recruitment Technician JC#470104, EF
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321

Sacramento , CA 95834
Please note: The Drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:

• Positive attitude and highly motivated.

• Have excellent customer service skills.

• Ability to analyze information and make decisions in a competent and timely manner.

• Ability to work well with others and maintain good interpersonal relationships.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to ask effective questions, evaluates information, apply guidelines and procedures, and make accurate and timely decisions.

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to maximize utilization of computers to accomplish daily tasks.

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Detailed benefit information including health, dental, vision, retirement, etc. can be found at CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Douglas Williams
(279) 260-2412
douglas.williams@dca.ca.gov

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:
EEO Officer
(916) 574-8280
EEO@dca.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be completed with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification ( http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx ), please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.

DO NOT include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, or LEAP information.

Electronic applications through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended .

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD 678), https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf .

Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD 678 may be disqualified.

• Multiple positions may become available.

Electronic Submission: Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through Cal Career account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.

U.S Postal Service Mail: Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.

Hand Delivery: Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). The drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.

Please note that the Cal Career system will not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact the Recruitment Technician at JobPostings@dca.ca.gov. For all other questions regarding your CalHR Cal Careers account, you may contact the Cal Career Unit at (866) 844-8671.

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.

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