Substitute Office Assistant

Senior Office Assistant

Under supervision, to perform a variety of clerical work of moderate difficulty; to operate a typewriter and/or computer at a skilled level; to have a high level of public contact when assigned to a school office; and to perform related work as required. Positions assigned to this class are at a moderate level of performance in the administrative support series. Some positions in this class are designated as requiring an employee who is certified as bilingual and/or biliterate in one or more designated languages, in addition to English. Positions in the class of Senior Office Assistant are distinguished by a greater independence of action and by the maintenance of more difficult program and monetary records.

Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledges and abilities stated above, and the ability to perform the duties of the position. A typical qualifying entrance background is one year of clerical work and completion of high school. Course work or training in basic office automation practices and word processing is desirable.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Must submit a typing certificate for 45 wpm on a 5-minute timed test from an accredited agency with application. Online or internet testing will not be accepted. Typing test certificate must be attached to the application.
• Must pass the Written Test for Office Assistant.
• Must have a minimum of one year of clerical work experience.
• Completion of High School or G.E.D. equivalent. Desirable: Bilingual in English and Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese.

Testing Information

Successful applicants who meet the listed requirements for this position and pass the application screening process will be notified for written test on future date to be determined. Individuals with legally-defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the examination process. In order to make the request, please contact the Human Resources Office at the time of filing an application. Candidates may be required to supply documentation support in the need for the accommodation when the request is made.

Application Procedures

Complete an application on EDJOIN.org by the deadline listed. Do not use the phrases "see resume", "see attached" or "refer to previous applications". Typing test certificate must be included with application. All applications will be screened. Incomplete applications are subject to disqualification. Employees requesting a transfer within the same classification are to complete a District Classified Application on Edjoin.org

Comments and Other Information

We reserve the right to reopen this position, re-advertise, retract, or delay filling the position. The Human Resources Department is not responsible for replication of candidates' application materials. The Governing Board prohibits unlawful discrimination against and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender or sexual orientation, at any district site and/or activity. (Board Policy 4030) Mission Statement: The students of the Garvey School District will learn academic skills, moral and ethical values and respect for diversity that will enable them to be life-long learners and productive members of a global society. [Board adopted: 11/16/95]