Placer Employment Opportunities

Administrative Clerk - Senior

Recruitment #2015-12204-01

Introduction

ANNOUNCING A FUTURE POSITION:

ON THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2015 AT 8:00 A.M., PLACER COUNTY PERSONNEL WILL BEGIN ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK - SENIOR.

You will not be able to submit an application for this recruitment until June 25, 2015 at 8:00 A.M.

If interested in applying for this recruitment, you may complete an Application-On-File at this time which will allow you to store your employment history and educational information prior to the submittal period identified above. The Application-On-File may then be used to copy when applying for this position and other jobs in the future. The Application-On-File is NOT an application for a specific recruitment/job opening and will NOT allow your name to be placed on an eligible list. When copying your Application-On-File to a specific recruitment, you will also have the opportunity to update and customize it, if needed. To complete an Application-On-File, click on the Employment Opportunities link above, then scroll down and click the Application-On-File link.

Click on the Employment Opportunities link on June 25, 2015 at 8:00 A.M. to submit your application. Until that time you will not be able to submit an application for the position of Administrative Clerk - Senior.

LIMITED RECRUITMENT: This is a limited recruitment and will close after the first 250 applications are submitted OR on the posted filing deadline of THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2015 AT 5:00 P.M., whichever comes first.

 

POSITION INFORMATION

This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies in departments county-wide.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of the more specialized and responsible administrative, clerical, and document processing functions for an assigned program or project. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level class in the Administrative Clerk series.  Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assigned, the complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, and by the nature of the public contact made.  Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including performing administrative clerical duties which require specialized knowledge related to area of assignment or providing technical and functional supervision over assigned clerical staff.  Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from management professional or supervisory personnel, and may receive technical and functional supervision from higher level clerical staff.

May exercise technical and functional supervision over clerical personnel.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

  • Relieve supervisor or other department staff of administrative support service functions; utilize independent judgment and initiative.
  • Act as interdepartmental liaison relating to administrative or project support functions for the office and for compliance with County regulations and practices relating to those functions.
  • Perform complex administrative clerical duties related to a programmatic area of assignment.
  • Conduct field site visits as necessary.
  • Perform full time data entry of complex department documents including preparation, formatting and proofreading.
  • Interpret, apply and explain policies and procedures related to area of assignment; respond to individuals requesting services related to area of assignment.
  • Prepare correspondence and supporting documentation relating to area of assignment; maintain accurate records and files of program activities.
  • Respond to public inquires, both on the telephone and in person, and refer to appropriate staff member for more complex information as appropriate; exhibit familiarity with functions of the County.
  • Act as information source to inquiries not requiring the supervisor's attention and otherwise assist in representing the department by telephone and in person; compose correspondence as required.
  • Collect information from a variety of documents pertinent to assigned department or functional area of responsibility; compile data for reports; prepare routine reports as required.
  • Maintain and monitor records and files; follow up on due dates; perform other monitoring functions to ensure timely completion of work.
  • Assist in preparation of a program budget and track expenditures during the year.
  • May perform secretarial duties as necessary; type, proofread and edit correspondence, reports, proposals and contracts.
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

It is the applicant's responsibility to identify in their application materials how they meet the Minimum Qualifications listed below.

Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible clerical experience.

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License or Certificate:
May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position.  Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

  • English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Filing and record keeping systems
  • Basic mathematical calculations.
  • Personal computer and office equipment necessary for successful job performance.
  • Business letter and report writing.

Ability to:

  • Organize duties and determine priorities in order to meet assigned deadlines.
  • Interpret, explain and apply operating policies, rules and procedures of assigned function.
  • Establish and maintain basic financial records; perform mathematical calculations.
  • Assign and review the work of others.
  • Compile and maintain extensive records and files.
  • Type at a speed of 45 words per minute.
  • Operate a variety of office machines and computer equipment.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • On a continuous basis, sit at a desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; run errands; lift light weight.
  • Mentally analyze assignments received, differentiate between two or three sets of information, identify and interpret general department information, know, observe, problem solve, remember, understand, explain, and count.
  • Understand the organization and operations of the County and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Written Examination (100%) 

The written examination is tentatively scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2015 at the Roseville Veterans Memorial Hall: 110 Park Drive, Roseville, CA 95678.

The written examination may include multiple choice, true/false, fill-in, matching, and/or essay type questions directly related to the required knowledge and abilities for this classification.

All applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be required to respond to an online Conviction History Questionnaire, which will be sent as a link on their notification that minimum qualifications have been met. Failure to respond to this questionnaire within (3) three calendar days of the minimum qualification notification will result in disqualification from the examination.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination, which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation, sign a constitutional oath and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S.  For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation and/or be bonded.

MODIFIED AGENCY SHOP

All new permanent employees, with the exception of sworn law enforcement and management, shall be required to join the employee organization or pay an 'Agency Fee' as a condition of employment.

SUBSTITUTE LISTS

The eligible list(s) resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification.  For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied.

EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES

Placer County now offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please visit our website at: http://www.jobaps.com/placer/sup/abfreenames.asp.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment and retaliation is prohibited and that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All recruitment, hiring, transfer and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. Please contact the Personnel Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation.

BENEFITS

The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change.  It is advisable that applicants inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Personnel Department.

Click here to view benefits for General bargaining unit

Selection Plan

July 14: Minimum Qualifications Screening
July 14: Conviction History Questionnaire Notice to be sent
July 20: Conviction History Questionnaire response deadline
July 31: Tentative Exam Date


Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet.
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.

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