Part-Time Temporary Clerical Pool

Clerical Temporary Pool (Part-Time, Up to 599 Hours)

Clatsop Community College maintains a pool of qualified candidates for short-term, part-time clerical support needs across campus. Supervisors may access this pool when temporary assistance is needed for projects, coverage, or seasonal workload demands. Assignments are variable in scope and duration, and do not exceed 599 hours per year.

Job Summary

From time to time, the College hires part-time temporary employees to provide clerical and administrative support. These assignments are short-term in nature and designed to assist departments with immediate or intermittent needs.

Essential Duties

Duties will vary depending on the specific assignment, but may include:

• Providing general clerical support such as typing, filing, and answering phones
• Entering and maintaining data in specialized database systems
• Performing word processing, spreadsheet, and database-related tasks
• Assisting with basic accounting functions, including cashiering
• Supporting departmental operations as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Prior clerical or administrative experience preferred
• Ability to step into assignments with minimal training and contribute effectively

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to adapt to a variety of assignments and work with different supervisors
• Working knowledge of common computer applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, databases)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to use standard office technology and systems, including:
• Email and calendaring tools
• Internet and web-based resources
• Internal systems (intranet, forms, and institutional documents)
• Department-specific software or data entry systems as needed

Physical Requirements

• Primarily sedentary work, with occasional standing and walking
• Regular use of a computer and keyboard

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