Hourly Clerical Assistant II

Salary: $23.97 - $30.36 Hourly
Location : Chula Vista Campus - Chula Vista, CA
Job Type: Temporary, Non-Academic Hourly
Job Number: 00202
Division: Student Affairs
Department: Binational/International
Opening Date: 05/04/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Funding Type: District
Initial Screening Deadline: 05/10/2026
Start Date: As soon as the successful candidate is identified.
Work Schedule (Approx.): Days and times to be arranged within the hours of operation of Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (Maximum of 25 hours per week)


Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities.

SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging.

Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Description
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Director of Bi-National and International Programs, perform a variety of clerical duties involving independent judgment in the interpretation, application or modification of existing procedures within well-defined guidelines; provide sole clerical support for assigned office during the evening hours as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school including course work in office procedures and equipment
AND
One (1) year of general clerical experience involving operation of a computer terminal.

• One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.
• If specifically referenced (i.e. degree 'or equivalent'), related experience that is above the minimum requirement may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working in educational setting, including higher education.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENT
Some positions in this class are required to possess skills in a second designated language. English/Spanish desired.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of an assigned program or office; type, file, process mail, answer phones and maintain records as assigned.
2. Maintain a variety of records, files and logs; sort, classify and post information and documents; prepare new file folders according to established guidelines; issue keys and maintain appropriate records as assigned.
3. Review documents for accuracy, completeness and conformance to established procedures and standards.
4. Initiate and receive communication from District departments and personnel, community and State agencies and organizations, public schools and vendors as required.
5. Receive, open and distribute mail.
6. Operate a variety of computer terminals, utilizing a wide variety of related software as assigned.
7. Greet students, visitors and others, and provide information and assistance regarding programs, procedures and activities of assigned function or area; provide forms and assistance in their completion as appropriate.
8. Operate a variety of office machines and equipment including typewriter, copiers, calculators and other equipment specific to assigned area.

Supplemental Information

SALARY SCHEDULE:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
This is a non-telecommuting position.
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Application Process:

A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are submitted by the initial screening deadline date. Required materials including a current resume, unofficial transcripts verifying awarded degree(s) and completion date, and any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Failure to submit supporting documentations may result in an incomplete application.
Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached as a supporting document. All notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.
A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become SWCCD property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.
For Academic positions (only) : If you do not possess the exact degree major(s) listed in the minimum qualifications section, you will need to submit an
A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.
INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.
If additional positions become available in this classification, applications received in response to this posting may be considered for those additional positions for up to 90 days after final board approval.

Candidates selected for employment with SWCCD must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Successful candidate selected may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, and/or San Ysidro).
American with Disabilities (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by calling Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
Equal Employment Opportunity:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SWCCD will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

SWCCD shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the SWCCD on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
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SWCCD is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the


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Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP):

More information about the DAAPP, including the Biennial report and additional resources can be found in the website.
Southwestern Community College District provides an excellent benefits package for employees and eligible dependents that includes affordable medical plans, employer paid dental and life insurance, CalPERS and CalSTRS retirement options, vacation and sick leave accruals, and professional development opportunities.

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Do you have at least a high school diploma or a GED? If yes, please ensure that you've attached supporting documents for full consideration. If you do not have a high school diploma or GED, you may submit unofficial college transcripts in lieu of this requirement. Applications submitted without supporting documentation will be considered incomplete.Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

• Yes, I posses a high school diploma or GED.
• No, I do not possess a high school diploma or GED.
• I have the equivalent combination of education and experience in addition to the minimum requirements to supplement for a high school diploma or GED.
• I possess a foreign degree and have attached my coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

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Do you have course work in office procedures and equipment? If yes, please ensure that you've attached supporting documents for full consideration. Failure to submit supporting documents will result in an incomplete application.

• Yes, I have course work in office procedures and equipment.
• No, I do not have course work in office procedures and equipment.

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Do you have at least one (1) years of general clerical experience involving the operation of a computer terminal?

• Yes, I have at least one year of general clerical experience involving the operation of a computer terminal.
• No, I do not have at least one year of general clerical experience involving the operation of a computer terminal.

Required Question