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:
Candidates interested in a career which provides for upward mobility with extensive training, as well as the chance to work in a variety of legal fields such as, but not limited to, civil law, criminal law, and public rights.
The most successful candidates will have good computer skills and the ability to work independently or in a team environment; work cooperatively and tactfully with staff and management; demonstrate initiative and willingness to assume increased responsibility; ability to write and communicate effectively; use tact and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues; and excellent organizational skills. Ability to demonstrate good attendance and punctuality. Ability to type at a speed of 45 words per minute.
In order to obtaiin list eligibility and qualify for the position, if you have not done so already, please take the on-line exam at the following link:
Legal Secretary
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1834
Senior Legal Typist
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1833
Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there's no guarantee that your application will be data 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.
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.
