Job Description

The Program Technician (PT) III in the Imaging and Record Services Section (IRSS) serves as a lead technician and trainer in the section and assists supervisors to review staff work products and resolve the more complex disposition documents, palm prints, and miscellaneous documents identified as criminal history record information into the Automated Archive System (AAS). The PT III must have a thorough knowledge of various statutory code sections and the criminal justice process and of the Automated Archive System (AAS), Justice Electronic Document Imaging (JEDI) system, Card Scan System, the Justice Automated Data Exchange (JADE), the Automated Criminal History System (ACHS), and the Folder Control System in order to resolve processing problems. The PT III assists in the writing of section procedures and provides training to the PT II, PT, and Office Assistant (OA), Seasonal Clerk, and Youth Aid staff.


You will find additional information about the job in the

Duty Statement

.


Working Conditions


This position is designated for telework under Government Code section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California and may require reporting to headquarters or field offices and facilities to fulfill operational needs. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Justice policies.


This position is eligible for telework, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.



Remote and hybrid schedules are subject to management approval. In addition, approved remote and hybrid schedules may be delayed for training purposes.


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-502303

Position #(s):

420-761-9929-032

Working Title:

Program Technician III

Classification:

PROGRAM TECHNICIAN III
$4,329.00 - $5,425.00 A
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:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Work Week:

Monday - Friday
Department Information


This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Bureau of Criminal Information & Analysis, Records & Biometric Identification Branch, Imaging & Live Scan Program, Imaging & Record Services Section.

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov.

Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR



Special Requirements


A fingerprint check is required.


Clearly indicate JC - 502303 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.


A background check is required (if applicable).





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: 1/9/2026

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.




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 Justice
Mail in-CJIS Divisions
Attn: Malina Velarde JC-502303
PO Box 160608
Sacramento, CA 95816-0608

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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



Department of Justice
Drop off- CJIS Divisions
Malina Velarde JC-502303
4949 Broadway
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 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 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.
Other - List of Professional References 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:
Provides trainings to new and current staff

Reviews, analyzes, and resolves the more complex criminal and applicant history documents, and miscellaneous documents



Identifies problems in receiving, sorting, preparing, imaging and indexing and makes recommendations to update procedures as necessary

Compiles statistics for section and program management to be used in assessing quality control on an ongoing basis

Performs verification review of staff work products to assist supervision staff in training efforts and performance monitoring
Benefits


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


Contact Information


The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:

Malina Velarde

(916) 210-2513

malina.velarde@doj.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) 210-7580

EERROffice@doj.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 about Application Filing


Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.


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.