School Administrative Assistant

About the Employer

OUR VISION: All Walnut Valley students will experience an exceptional education in a supportive safe and healthy environment giving them the skills ethics and courage to achieve their dreams in the world of today and tomorrow. OUR MISSION: Walnut Valley Unified a premier school district committed to KIDS FIRST - Every Student Every Day will prepare all students to thrive in a rapidly changing competitive global economy by teaching them 21st Century skills through quality programs that include Academics Arts Athletics and Activities. Selected applicants will be processed through DOJ FBI and NASDTEC. NASDTEC is a clearing house that checks credential status in all 50 states.

Job Summary

Job Summary

BASIC FUNCTIONUnder the direction of the Principal perform a wide variety of clerical and secretarial duties to coordinate the elementary and middle school office activities and assist the Principal in administrative tasks; perform public relations and communications services for the Principal; and to do other related work as required. Incumbents in this classification provide clerical support to an elementary or middle school Principal; and provide students staff and the public with information through the performance of a wide variety of secretarial services which directly supports learning.

Requirements / Qualifications

Experience: Three (3) years of responsible and varied secretarial and clerical experience including some experience in organizing and coordinating specialized clerical functions. Experience in an educational setting preferred. Education: Equivalent to the completion of High School including or supplemented by coursework in computer applications office management data entry and output report development or other related skill areas. INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL NOT BE MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS WITH THE COMPLETED APPLICATION:

• CPR/First Aid Certification (Possess of a valid First Aid Certificate)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Please submit a H.S. Diploma H.S. Transcripts or G.E.D. However applicants who have successfully completed any college level coursework may submit a College Diploma or College Transcripts.)
• Resume (Please refer to the job requirements for this classification then describe in detail the job duties and responsibilities from all relevant work experience which will qualify you for this position.)

Requirements / Qualifications

Experience: Three (3) years of responsible and varied secretarial and clerical experience including some experience in organizing and coordinating specialized clerical functions. Experience in an educational setting preferred. Education: Equivalent to the completion of High School including or supplemented by coursework in computer applications office management data entry and output report development or other related skill areas. INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL NOT BE MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS WITH THE COMPLETED APPLICATION:

• CPR/First Aid Certification (Possess of a valid First Aid Certificate)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Please submit a H.S. Diploma H.S. Transcripts or G.E.D. However applicants who have successfully completed any college level coursework may submit a College Diploma or College Transcripts.)
• Resume (Please refer to the job requirements for this classification then describe in detail the job duties and responsibilities from all relevant work experience which will qualify you for this position.)

Comments and Other Information

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:An employment application and job description can be obtained either ONLINE at or at the District Office. If you need assistance please call Daniel Palma Human Resources Specialist at ext. employees who work in this classification and are interested in one of the current openings may submit a Request to Transfer Form with the Division of Human Resources. Human Resources must receive the transfer request prior to the application completing the work experience information on the application please refer to the job requirements and qualifications listed on the job description (a complete job description can be found on the website: or at the District Office.). Describe in detail the job duties and responsibilities from ALL RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE which will QUALIFY you for this position. Qualified applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will participate in a written examination and technical oral interview which will demonstrate the required knowledge and skill for this classification. The weight percentage of the examination and interview will be 50/50. Those applicants who receive a passing score on the written exam and oral interview will be placed on an Eligibility List. The top three ranks of candidates on the Eligibility List who are ready willing and able to accept the position will be invited to the Final Selection Interview with the hiring authority. The eligibility list will be certified for a period of six months. It will be used to fill current substitute and future permanent openings. REVIEW JOB DESCRIPTION: It is the responsibility of the applicant to review this classifications job description which is available online at or at the District Office. The job description explains in detail the physical demands skills knowledge and abilities required to perform the essential job functions for this : Permanent employees will receive paid holidays sick leave vacation and longevity benefits per contract or Commission Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits. Employees working less than full-time but a minimum of four hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned work hours for major medical insurance benefits. The District does not offer a package of insurance benefits to employees working less than four hours per day. The District provides life insurance for employees who work a minimum of 3 addition the District offers a retirement plan which uses joint employee and employer : Individuals with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the examination process. To make this request; please contact the Division of Human Resources at the time the application is submitted. Candidates may be required to provide documentation supporting the need for the PREFERENCE (for entry-level positions only):Veterans who have been honorably discharged after 30 days or more of service during time of war or national emergency will receive an additional 5 points which will be added to the passing score. Disabled veterans receive 10 points. Any applicant who claims veterans credit must submit DD Form 214 at the time the employment application is submitted. Failure to submit DD Form 214 at the time of application shall result in no veterans credits being considered or added to any passing score. PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED:Per Board Policy 4112.4/4212.4/4312.4 the cost of pre-employment examinations shall be paid by the Renewal: For positions requiring a valid First Aid and/or CPR certification candidates must maintain a current status through their date of hire. If the certification expires prior to the start of the assignment the candidate is responsible for renewing it before their first day. Throughout employment it is the employees responsibility to maintain any required certification and ensure that it remains current and : Employees will be charged for processing their fingerprints at the time they are hired. The fingerprints are used to complete a confidential background investigation. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment but failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or Examination: Newly hired employees must pass a qualifying Medical examination given by a District-appointed physician which includes testing for illegal controlled Exam: Newly hired employees must submit a Mantoux Skin screening and certificate of completion within the past 60 days that indicates freedom from active Reform and Control Act Of 1986: An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 form. We are an equal opportunity and non-discriminatory employer as mandated by Section 504 of the Office of Civil Rights.

Comments and Other Information

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:An employment application and job description can be obtained either ONLINE at or at the District Office. If you need assistance please call Daniel Palma Human Resources Specialist at ext. employees who work in this classification and are interested in one of the current openings may submit a Request to Transfer Form with the Division of Human Resources. Human Resources must receive the transfer request prior to the application completing the work experience information on the application please refer to the job requirements and qualifications listed on the job description (a complete job description can be found on the website: or at the District Office.). Describe in detail the job duties and responsibilities from ALL RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE which will QUALIFY you for this position. Qualified applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will participate in a written examination and technical oral interview which will demonstrate the required knowledge and skill for this classification. The weight percentage of the examination and interview will be 50/50. Those applicants who receive a passing score on the written exam and oral interview will be placed on an Eligibility List. The top three ranks of candidates on the Eligibility List who are ready willing and able to accept the position will be invited to the Final Selection Interview with the hiring authority. The eligibility list will be certified for a period of six months. It will be used to fill current substitute and future permanent openings. REVIEW JOB DESCRIPTION: It is the responsibility of the applicant to review this classifications job description which is available online at or at the District Office. The job description explains in detail the physical demands skills knowledge and abilities required to perform the essential job functions for this : Permanent employees will receive paid holidays sick leave vacation and longevity benefits per contract or Commission Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits. Employees working less than full-time but a minimum of four hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned work hours for major medical insurance benefits. The District does not offer a package of insurance benefits to employees working less than four hours per day. The District provides life insurance for employees who work a minimum of 3 addition the District offers a retirement plan which uses joint employee and employer : Individuals with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the examination process. To make this request; please contact the Division of Human Resources at the time the application is submitted. Candidates may be required to provide documentation supporting the need for the PREFERENCE (for entry-level positions only):Veterans who have been honorably discharged after 30 days or more of service during time of war or national emergency will receive an additional 5 points which will be added to the passing score. Disabled veterans receive 10 points. Any applicant who claims veterans credit must submit DD Form 214 at the time the employment application is submitted. Failure to submit DD Form 214 at the time of application shall result in no veterans credits being considered or added to any passing score. PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED:Per Board Policy 4112.4/4212.4/4312.4 the cost of pre-employment examinations shall be paid by the Renewal: For positions requiring a valid First Aid and/or CPR certification candidates must maintain a current status through their date of hire. If the certification expires prior to the start of the assignment the candidate is responsible for renewing it before their first day. Throughout employment it is the employees responsibility to maintain any required certification and ensure that it remains current and : Employees will be charged for processing their fingerprints at the time they are hired. The fingerprints are used to complete a confidential background investigation. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment but failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or Examination: Newly hired employees must pass a qualifying Medical examination given by a District-appointed physician which includes testing for illegal controlled Exam: Newly hired employees must submit a Mantoux Skin screening and certificate of completion within the past 60 days that indicates freedom from active Reform and Control Act Of 1986: An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 form. We are an equal opportunity and non-discriminatory employer as mandated by Section 504 of the Office of Civil Rights.

Required Experience:

Junior IC