Administrative Associate

Administrative Office Professional I/II

The County of Santa Barbara is currently accepting applications to establish an employment list for Administrative Office Professional I/II positions. This list will be used to fill current and future full-time and part-time vacancies at various locations across the County, including Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, Lompoc, Carpinteria, and more. When applying, be sure to select the locations and departments where you are willing to workyour choices will determine your eligibility for current and future openings.

Current vacancies include: Five (5) full-time positions in the Clerk-Recorder-Assessor's Office based in Santa Barbara, CA.

The Administrative Office Professional classification is utilized within 18 departments of the County of Santa Barbara. Each Administrative Office Professional position may be different depending on the needs of the department and the nature of the work that you will be performing.

Join a team that values integrity, service, and excellence. Apply today and build a career with purpose at the County of Santa Barbara! Start your career with us: The Administrative Office Professional class is a great way to begin your career at an entry level and grow your administrative profession. Through experience and training, you will have opportunities to advance within the County of Santa Barbara.

To be successful in following this career path, you must have a strong knowledge of basic English and Math. You need to be an effective communicator on paper and in person, customer-focused, and business-oriented. You must be ready to learn government policies and procedures and use logical and sound reasoning in applying State and local laws, legislation and regulations to your work on a daily basis. You must also be eager to learn and accept direction.

Salary Information: Administrative Office Professional I: Hourly rate of $24.28 - $29.19 Administrative Office Professional II: Hourly rate of $30.59 - $37.01 Bilingual and uniform allowance when applicable | Benefits: For information on benefits, click HERE. Administrative Office Professional I Restricted: Hourly rate of $24.53 - $29.46 Administrative Office Professional II Restricted: Hourly rate of $30.87 - $37.32 Bilingual and uniform allowance when applicable | Benefits: For information on benefits, click HERE. These restricted positions are regularly privy to the decisions or recommendations of County management affecting employer-employee relations. These employees are in the confidential-unrepresented bargaining unit.

The Ideal Candidate will possess: Excellent customer service skills Good time management skills Good oral and written communication skills Ability to learn new tasks quickly Ability to prioritize and complete time-sensitive work tasks Ability to accurately and efficiently use Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Self-motivation and a positive attitude Accuracy and attention to detail Ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and personalities