Executive Assistant (Administrative Assistant III - Confidential)

Executive Assistant (Administrative Assistant III-Confidential) Welcome to Santa Monica College! Thank you for your interest in joining the Santa Monica College team as an Executive Assistant (Administrative Assistant III – Confidential) to the Vice President of Human Resources. This position performs a wide variety of highly skilled administrative tasks in support of executive leadership in Human Resources, a fast-paced, high volume and mission critical division of Santa Monica College. The executive assistant to the VP of Human Resources will operate in an environment where professionalism, critical thinking and communication skills are of paramount importance. Administrative Assistant III – Confidential positions in accord with Government Code 3562(d) and Educational Employment Relations Act (EERA) 3540.1(c) are required to develop or present management positions with respect to employer-employee relations or whose duties normally require access to confidential information that is used to contribute significantly to the development of management positions. This position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year at the Santa Monica College District Office. Please note that all candidates must have authorization to work in the United States; the District does not have the ability to provide sponsorship. What You Will Bring to the College Our ideal candidate is a highly organized professional who takes pride in providing exceptional executive-level support. They approach this dynamic role with a commitment to excellence and the initiative to work independently. They possess exceptional attention to detail, are an effective writer and communicator, are proficient in modern office technology applications, and have the ability to research, compile, and synthesize information from multiple sources. They think critically, exercise sound judgment, and prioritize competing responsibilities while remaining flexible as priorities evolve. This person collaborates effectively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders and navigates a complex organizational environment with an understanding of organizational structure and appropriate channels of communication. They are committed to valuing diversity and fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace, and handle confidential information with unwavering integrity and ethics. Important note regarding the District budget: In an effort to address budget shortfalls and ensure the long-term financial health of the College, the Board of Trustees has approved cost saving measures for the 2026-27 fiscal year that began July 1, 2026. These measures consist of:

• 1) two unpaid furlough days per month for management and confidential staff, which amounts to approximately a 10% salary reduction, and
• 2) freezes in step and longevity advancement that will halt salary advancement for at least one year.

The posted salary for this role does not reflect the two unpaid furlough days per month that took effect on July 1, 2026. Please note that the District will continue to offer fully paid health, dental and vision benefits for employees and their eligible dependents. Why Work at SMC? At SMC, you will work beside a diverse group of colleagues who leverage their combined talents and passions to accomplish something great. No matter what department you are in, or what job you have, your contributions will be critical to helping our students fulfill their dreams - landing that new job, or breaking through the cycle of poverty. Some details about us: We are currently the number one transfer college to UCLA, USC, the University of California system, and Loyola Marymount University We are dedicated to sustainable practices and are accessible via environmentally-friendly transportation options, including the Expo Line and Big Blue Bus. We are one of the select community colleges in California approved to award a Bachelor's degree. SMC currently awards a Bachelor's degree in Interaction Design. Our second Bachelor's degree in Cloud Computing is coming in Fall 2027! Please visit to learn more about us and why we are Proud to Be SMC! Benefits We value our employees as people, and recognize the value of work-life balance, the health of you and your family, and professional development. We offer a variety of benefits and perks to support new members of our team, including: 18 paid holidays* 24 paid vacation days* 12 paid illness days* Fully paid medical, dental, and vision-care coverage (including eligible dependents) Free mental health assistance through the Employee Assistance Service for Education (EASE) program. Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CALPERS) 5% increase in base pay for every 5 years worked with SMC, up to 40 years of service (suspended for the 2026-2027 fiscal year by the Board of Trustees) Free Big Blue Bus access and monthly incentives for eligible employees through the Sustainable Transportation Incentive Program * Benefits, holidays, vacation, and illness days listed above assume a 40-hours per week, 12 months per year schedule. Benefits, vacation and illness days are prorated for other work schedules. Salary Placement New Employees: Generally, new employees start at the first step on the salary schedule. A new permanent classified employee may request a higher salary placement based on recruitment issues and/or additional training and experience which greatly exceeds the minimum requirements. Please note that salary placement above the third step requires additional approvals by Santa Monica College executive staff. Current Employees: Upon promotion, the new salary for a current, permanent employee is based on Merit Rule 12.2.7. In accordance with this rule, employees are entitled to at least a one-step (5%) salary increase, and may be eligible for advanced step placement in accordance with established criteria. About the Selection Process The selection process tentatively consists of a Scored Training and Experience Evaluation (Pass/Fail). Only the candidates with the highest scores on the Training and Experience Evaluation will move forward to the Qualifications Appraisal Interview with Technical Project (weighted 100%). Candidates must be successful on all test parts to be placed on an eligibility list. Two separate eligibility lists will be created from this recruitment: one for promotional candidates and one for external candidates. The promotional list will be used first, and must be exhausted before we can hire external candidates to fill vacant positions. The eligibility lists created from this recruitment will be used to fill any vacancies that occur during the six month life of the eligibility list, including permanent and temporary positions. Santa Monica College reserves the right to modify the stated test parts and weights prior to the administration of any test. Communication for this recruitment will be via e-mail. You must check your e-mail on a regular basis to be informed of your status for this recruitment. Test Retake Policy Based on the District's hiring needs, we may administer multiple recruitments for this job classification (or a related job classification that uses the same test(s)) within the next several months. Candidates must wait a period of 90 calendar days between testing appointments before retesting. Candidates who are ineligible to participate in an upcoming test or interview due to the provided retake period will be notified via email, and will have their highest valid score(s) on any non-weighted (pass/fail) test parts applied toward that recruitment. The Santa Monica Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants for employment, as well as District employees, shall have full and equal access to employment opportunity. No person shall be subjected to unlawful discrimination in any program or activity of the District. The District's Board Policy 3120 (Equal Employment Opportunity and Nondiscrimination in Employment) may be accessed at: (Download PDF reader). Equity Statement "Santa Monica College encourages candidates that are equity-minded to apply. SMC is a minority-serving, Hispanic-serving institution. We actively seek to attract candidates from minority groups that value equity, diversity, and inclusion. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are built into the culture at SMC, and are an essential component of the work that we do. SMC is committed to racial and socioeconomic diversity as it is a reflection of our student population and we strive to hire candidates that share this commitment." Examples of Duties Performs a wide variety of highly skilled administrative tasks independently; responds to correspondence relating to confidential and complex matters relating to the administrator's program responsibilities and District policies and procedures; resolves work problems involving administration, staff, or students. Schedules appointments, meetings and maintains calendar for assigned administrator. Processes materials for department budgets; utilizes spreadsheets to maintain budget and organize records; monitors expenditures; makes travel and conference arrangements; submits conference attendance and expense/travel claims for payment, requisitions for supplies, printing and advertising; submits work orders and key requests. Types, formats, edits and proofreads materials containing confidential and/or sensitive information related to the business operations of the assigned unit. Responds to questions, requests and complaints either by telephone, in writing or in person from students, staff and the public; provides information about services Santa Monica College