Job Description

Job Description and Duties

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians. 

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Under the supervision of the Supervisor I, the Management Services Technician (MST) is responsible for determining the technical and analytical work associated with the evaluation of testing accommodation applications. Duties include independently evaluating and approving examination candidate testing accommodation applications for compliance with the guidelines of Title II of the Americans with Disability Act to determine if testing accommodation requirements have been met; prepare written correspondence to examination candidates requesting additional documentation and/or information regarding testing accommodation; investigate and resolve special accommodation candidate’s complaints/concerns regarding testing facility’s failure to provide the testing accommodation. Generates a monthly testing accommodation report and statistics; and review and approve each examination testing vendor invoice.

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Working Conditions

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

The incumbent works 40 hours per week in an office setting, with artificial light and temperature control. The ability to use a personal computer and telephone is essential.

A hybrid Telework schedule, consistent with the State of California's in-office requirement, may be considered after completion of training and with prior approval from management.

Special Requirements

Criminal Offender Record Information: Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program materials at all times.

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:

COMPETITIVE APPLICANTS WILL:

1) Be reliable, dependable, and accountable. 

2) Be punctual and have excellent attendance. 

3) Be proficient in the use of various computer programs (i.e., MS Suite- Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook), and be willing to learn new technological tools and incorporate them into daily tasks.

4) Will exercise good judgment, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines.

5) Will be diplomatic, service-oriented, and collaborate well with peers, colleagues, managers, staff and the public.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

1) Demonstrate a high degree of initiative with analytical ability.

2) Excellent verbal and written communication that changes to meet the needs of the audience.

3) Demonstrated ability developing, interpreting, and reviewing policies, procedures, regulations, etc.

4) Demonstrated ability to effectively prepare and proofread written documents, including formal reports.

5) Excellent organizational and time management skills.

6) Ability to develop and evaluate alternatives, analyze data, and present ideas and information effectively.

7) Excellent conflict resolution skills.

8) Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.

9) Ability to gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of others, including various levels of management.

10) Ability to articulate information in a clear, concise, and professional manner to public stakeholders.

Employment information on the Employment Application Form (STD678) MUST contain the working periods reported in years and months, along with months, and/or years completing tasks within the position pertaining to specific responsibilities. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documentation (incomplete application package) may be eliminated from the selection process. All submitted information will be screened and the most qualified candidates may be invited to an interview. 

Benefits

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

The Board of Behavioral Sciences is located in the Natomas/Truxel area offering free parking, an in-house cafe, vending machines, and offers many nearby restaurants and retail stores. Easy access to Highway I-5, and I-80.

COVER LETTER INSTRUCTIONS

All applicants must submit  a Cover letter. The  Cover Letter is a  screening tools to assess writing, critical thinking, and organizational skills. Incomplete, missing, or improperly formatted Cover Letters may result in disqualification. If your qualifications are competitive, you may proceed to the hiring interview.

We ask that you not use Artificial Intelligence assistance when composing your written response. Written responses are an attempt to assess and gain an understanding of your personal writing and communication skills and abilities.

The Cover Letter should be no more than two pages, single-spaced, in front Century Gothic, size 12, with standard 1” margins.

The Cover Letter must address the following:

1) Describe what interests you about this position.

2) Upon review of the duty statement, describe how your knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education best qualify you for this position.

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.
• Other - A cover letter is required and must be included. See below for cover letter instructions.

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