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Word Processing Technician

Class code 1181 · Bargaining Unit R04

Authorized salary ranges

What CalHR authorizes this class to be paid.
RangeMonthlyAnnual
A$3,549 to $4,445$42,588 to $53,340
B$3,743 to $4,680$44,916 to $56,160
L$3,657 to $4,578$43,884 to $54,936
M$3,856 to $4,819$46,272 to $57,828

Representation

Service Employees International Union, Local 1000 represents Bargaining Unit R04, Office and Allied.

Where these jobs are

12 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.

DepartmentEmployees
Department of Health Care Services6
California Highway Patrol3
Compensation Insurance Fund, State1
Public Health, California Department of1
Department of Transportation1

Against the market

The BLS median wage for Word Processors and Typists across all California employers was $56,380 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $42,588 to $57,828 a year.

Footnotes

  • Footnote 21 Class designated as an exception to State Personnel Board Rule 431.

Pay scale effective . Payroll data through 2025.