PROGRAM SPECIALIST - ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE II

Part-Time Opportunity

Hourly salary: Up to $29.08 FLSA status: Non-Exempt Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status. (Classified) Tentative examination date: Tentatively the week of June 15, 2026 (TBD) The current vacancy exists with the City of Stockton Police Department. The incumbent will work a flexible schedule. Under direction, provides staff assistance in the coordination and control of administrative and field activities of a department; performs research and conducts studies; and performs related duties as assigned.

Principal Duties (Illustrative Only)

Researches and assembles information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms or the preparation of reports. Provides support for incumbent's own correspondence, reports, forms, and specialized documents. Performs software/database needs assessment; develops, designs, programs, tests, and maintains customized micro-computer applications; enters and retrieves data and prepares reports using database programs. Reviews computer-produced reports for accuracy and makes corrections as required. Reviews reports for possible action on accidents involving City property or employees; obtains reports and information from other City departments; prepares reports and reviews for accuracy and errors and makes recommendations for action. Conducts special projects and statistical studies. Confers with claimants, departments, vendors, and other members of the public on matters specifically assigned. Conducts studies of procedures, policies or equipment utilization; assists in research and analysis on assigned projects. Assists in resolving administrative technical or claims related problems. Performs budget preparation or compilation. Assists in the planning, coordination and operation of a department function; confers with the public and other City employees, answers correspondence or inquiries and complaints regarding departmental or City policies and procedures. May provide complex support work.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: Administrative Aide II: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business, public administration or a closely related field. Extensive administrative experience including public contact may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. In addition to the above, a minimum of two years of work experience performing the duties of an Administrative Aide I. Other Requirements: Must possess a valid California driver's license. Knowledge of: Developing, designing, programming, testing, and maintaining customized databases; Applying principles, practices and techniques of public administration including management, budget, business systems and information systems; methods of collecting, tabulating and presenting data; File management processes and procedures; Business computer user applications, particularly as related to statistical analysis and data management, and work processing. Skill in: Defining and analyzing administrative problems; Analyzing and interpreting technical data; Researching and writing concise and comprehensive reports; Understanding and interpreting procedures, rules and regulations; Communicating effectively with fellow employees and the public; Collecting, evaluating, and interpreting varied information and data, either in statistical or narrative form; Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; Preparing clear, concise, and complete reports and other written materials; Exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines; Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

The Examination: Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include an oral exam or a training and experience evaluation examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically. ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.

The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change. NOTE:

• After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing.
• Notices and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is received.
• NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence via the e-mail address you placed on your application. Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails ending with neogov.com.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.