Office Assistant III

Clerical Position

Under general supervision, to do a wide variety of clerical work of average difficulty, some of which involves the use of a computer; to do related work as required.

Does a wide variety of clerical work, including such tasks as typing, checking, proofreading, filing, recording information on records, data entry, compiling information for and making reports and summaries; Answers telephone and waits on public counter; Maintains files and records, personally collecting required information; Types rough and final copy from a dictating machine; Operates office equipment, including calculator, copy machine, and computer; composes simple or routine letters independently; Receives, sorts, and distributes mail; Makes appointments; enrolls and registers new students; Collects absence slips and verifies absences contacting parents when necessary; Posts absences daily and maintains accurate records; Following standardized procedures inputs data for students and student attendance; May do some financial recordkeeping work; Types requisitions, receives, shelves and distributes supplies; Operates a switchboard; May direct and instruct student helpers in the performance of routine clerical and office duties.

Experience: One year of experience performing varied clerical work. Education: Persons with the experience, knowledge and abilities as stated are considered to have the necessary education. Alternate variations of education/experience may be considered by Personnel Commission staff as acceptable to qualify for participation in the examination process resulting in an eligibility list.

Knowledge of modern office methods and equipment, including the preparation of business correspondence filing, and standard office equipment operations; The elements of English usage, spelling, grammar and arithmetic. Ability to perform general clerical work of average difficulty with speed and accuracy; Make simple arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; Understand and carry out oral and written directions; Work cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work; Type accurately from clear copy at a rate of 45 words per minute; Operate a computer terminal and office equipment.

The CVUSD Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Benefits

MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 27.5 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in a variety of District plans. Employee contribution amount towards a premium varies based on medical plan. Family coverage is also available with an additional employee monthly paid premium. NOTE: Employees with assignments fewer than 27.5 hours per week are eligible to participate / buy-in into medical plans at full cost.

DENTAL INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family dental insurance.

VISION CARE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family vision insurance.

HOLIDAYS: Up to fourteen paid holidays per year.

LIFE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family life insurance.

VACATION: Employees with one to three years of service earn 12 vacation days per year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn vacation on a pro rata basis). The number of vacation days earned increases with longevity up to 20 days per year after 15 years of service.

SICK LEAVE: One day per month, cumulative from year to year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn sick leave on a pro rata basis).

RETIREMENT: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 4 or more hours daily AND at least 20 hours weekly are covered by Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer. Click to visit Public Employees Retirement System(CalPERS) website. Employees holding positions that are fewer than 4 hours per day or 20 hours per week are enrolled in APPLE, an alternative to Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer.

SALARY STEP MOVEMENT: First day of fiscal year (July 1st) for those employees in working status at least 75% of work year.

LONGEVITY COMPENSATION: Upon completion of 7, 10, 14, 20, 24, and 29 years of service from the hire date, employees receive an additional 2 1/2% salary increase.

REPRESENTATION: Classified staff (with the exception of Campus Safety Assistants) are represented by Chapter 620, CSEA.