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The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office Forensic Laboratory, which is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board in both Testing and Calibration, including the Property Unit's activities is seeking to fill a Property Officer position within the Forensic Laboratory.

Located at the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula, the County of San Mateo offers a wide range of recreational pursuits, economic opportunities, and numerous attractions. The 764,797 residents of the County enjoy a diverse, multi-cultural citizenry, cosmopolitan ambiance, temperate climate, clean air, and rural open space.

The Forensic Laboratory is located in San Mateo, California and was newly constructed in March 2003. It is managed by a civilian Laboratory Director who is currently supported by four (4) Supervising Criminalists, a Records/Property Manager, 30 forensic scientists and interns, three (3) administrative support staff, and two (2) full-time Property Officers. This Property Officer will report to the Records/Property Manager.

Successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring proper quality assurance and quality control measures relevant to the proper storage of physical evidence. This includes maintaining temperature logs, maintaining accurate chain of custody, safety awareness for controlled substances and firearms, inventorying items of evidence, multi-tasking, and attention to minor details.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have exceptional attention to detail skills.
• Have the ability to read and comprehend legal documents and laboratory policies.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, both orally and in writing.
• Have experience with keeping accurate logs and records.
• Have the ability to enter and retrieve information from a computer database with sufficient speed and accuracy.
• Have the ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.

Note:  This eligible list generated from this recruitment will be used to fill current and possible future Property Officer vacancies within any area of the Sheriff's Office.

This position may be filled at either the Sheriff's Property Officer I ($26.21-$32.77/hr) or Sheriff's Property Officer II ($31.40-$39.26/hr) level.

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

• Receive evidence in a properly sealed condition.
• Maintain accurate chain of custody records.
• Testify in court as needed.
• Instruct law enforcement agencies on laboratory policies for sealing evidence.
• Store evidence properly.
• Maintain property databases.
• Render guns safe.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
 

Other Requirements: Pass a detailed background investigation and pre-employment medical exam prior to appointment. The selected candidate must possess a valid California driver's license at the time of hire.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and procedures of stock control systems and record keeping.
• General characteristics and values of different types of commodities.
• Techniques of receiving, storing, inventorying, safeguarding and disposing of personal and other types of property.
• California Penal Code, Civil Code, various County ordinances, the Federal Gun Act of 1968 and other laws governing public property, release of property and evidence and destruction of narcotics.
• General characteristics and values of different types of equipment used in the Sheriff's Office including characteristics and handling of firearms.
• Types of information stored in CLETS and NCIC.

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Explain and apply departmental policies and procedures including court procedures and process of obtaining release of property.
• Train personnel.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Operate teletype and computer terminals.
• Read and comprehend legal documents, laws and ordinances.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Make accurate observations.
• Work well with minimal supervision.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with employees, officials of public agencies, attorneys, property owners and the public.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Lift and move bulky or heavy objects.
• Apply laws, codes and ordinances related to property management, guns, narcotics and evidence.
• Handle firearms.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
 

Other Requirements: Pass a detailed background investigation and pre-employment medical exam prior to appointment. The selected candidate must possess a valid California driver's license at the time of hire.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and procedures of stock control systems and record keeping.
• General characteristics and values of different types of commodities.
• Techniques of receiving, storing, inventorying, safeguarding and disposing of personal and other types of property.
• California Penal Code, Civil Code, various County ordinances, the Federal Gun Act of 1968 and other laws governing public property, release of property and evidence and destruction of narcotics.
• General characteristics and values of different types of equipment used in the Sheriff's Office including characteristics and handling of firearms.
• Types of information stored in CLETS and NCIC.

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Explain and apply departmental policies and procedures including court procedures and process of obtaining release of property.
• Train personnel.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Operate teletype and computer terminals.
• Read and comprehend legal documents, laws and ordinances.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Make accurate observations.
• Work well with minimal supervision.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with employees, officials of public agencies, attorneys, property owners and the public.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Lift and move bulky or heavy objects.
• Apply laws, codes and ordinances related to property management, guns, narcotics and evidence.
• Handle firearms.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open. Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date:  October 29, 2019
Application Screening:   October 31, 2019
Panel Interviews:  November 13 and/or November 14, 2019

Please click the links below for complete details regarding this opportunity.

The City of Sunnyvale is looking for a Human Resources professional with strong analytical skills to join the Sunnyvale Human Resources management team.  The Principal Human Resources Analyst will conduct surveys, analyze data, and present results in graphical and narrative formats.  This Term-Limited assignment will manage and administer the departmental budget, prepare data for benefit census and other post-employment benefits requirements, support the City's negotiation team with background research and draft proposals, and lead departmental projects.   Become a part of this hard working and dynamic team of energetic and proficient employees

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, including 4% City-paid Employee PERS contribution and the 2% at 60 retirement plan for Classic employees. A complete application packet consists of a City employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The recruitment closes on October 29, 2019 at 5:00 pm.  For complete information regarding this opportunity and to apply, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov, click on City Jobs.

Salary:  $ 120,036.00 - $144,748.00 Annually; a 3.5% confidential premium is reflected in the advertised rates

THE POSITION

The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment to fill the Senior Paralegal position. This position oversees the daily support operations of the Office of the City Attorney with responsibility for coordinating and monitoring office activities. This position assists with monitoring the department budget; plans, organizes, directs and supervises legal support staff while also providing complex paraprofessional, administrative and technical assistance to professional legal staff. In support of departmental programs, this position manages office operations and clerical activities and provides highly responsible administrative assistance to the City Attorney.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Wednesday, October 30, 2019.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
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The Town of Hillsborough is seeking part-time clerical assistance in the Planning & Building Department.    

Position requirements

Position will work four days a week, four hours per day.

Monday - Thursday  8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The successful candidate will provide general office clerical assistance, including but not limited to:

• Scheduling inspections
• Answering phones
• Filing
• Scanning
• Mailings
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum requirements

Graduation from high school and one year responsible clerical office experience.  Working knowledge of computers and Word/Excel software programs.  Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.  Previous experience in a Planning Department is desirable.

The City of Dublin is seeking a full-time Senior Office Assistant in the Parks and Community Services Department.  The successful candidate performs a wide variety of administrative and clerical duties in the Parks Department and provides administrative assistance to executive level Staff as assigned.  Regular attendance at evening/weekend Parks Commission meetings is required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The following key elements describe the basic duties and responsibilities of the position:

• Perform a variety of complex, specialized and responsible clerical duties in support of important functions or programs within a department.
• Assume overall clerical responsibility for an assigned program area that involve maintaining appropriate records, preparing necessary reports, and serving as an overall information source for the program as assigned.
• Provide lead support, as assigned, to positions within the Office Assistant series including assigning and reviewing work and responding to questions and situations about which less experienced staff have not been exposed.
• Provide office management support to an independent office, as assigned, involving the performance of a broad range of administrative tasks including ensuring that work is handled on a priority basis and completed in a timely manner, and handling routine purchasing and budget duties.
• Respond to complaints and requests for information on regulations, procedures and policies relating to responsibilities assigned.
• Type a variety of written material from rough draft, dictaphone or verbal instructions using word processing equipment as assigned.
• Act as a receptionist; screen calls and visitors and refer inquiries as appropriate; respond to complaints and requests for information based upon departmental policies and procedures.
• Compile information from a variety of sources as requested.
• Maintain financial, statistical and/or operational reports and records as applicable.
• Compose routine correspondence independently.
• Perform general clerical duties including filing, document imaging, checking and recording information on records, and processing routine requests for information.
• Participate in the preparation of assigned budget.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other city employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Performed related duties as assigned.

The City of Rocklin is accepting applications for a Deputy Fire Chief to assist the Fire Chief in managing and directing the Fire Department. The Deputy Fire Chief is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of Fire Department goals, objectives, guidelines and priorities; directing, managing, coordinating, and supervising the personnel and activities of the Operations and Training Divisions; commanding and coordinating emergency incidents including fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical services and hazardous material response; and providing responsible administrative support to the Fire Chief and others.

The Deputy Fire Chief is a single position management class that is not assigned to a shift, works forty (40) hours per week, and is exempt in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA). This classification is distinguished from the Fire Battalion Chief-Line in that the latter responds to emergency and non-emergency events and if warranted assumes and maintains command.

The Deputy Fire Chief reports to the Fire Chief and is responsible for providing direct and indirect supervision to management, professional, supervisory, public safety volunteers, and clerical personnel within the Fire Department. 

Date Posted:            October 10, 2019

Classification:          ADMINISTRATOR, PERSONNEL COMMISSION SERVICES
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       8 hours per day; 5 days per week (Monday – Friday); 12 months per year
 

Salary Range:           Step A           Step B           Step C           Step D           Step E
(monthly)                starting           6 mos          18 mos         30 mos          42 mos
                                 $11,197        $11,842        $12,523        $13,242         $14,004

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,025.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Office of the Superintendent; Personnel Commission Services
                                   101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Monday, November 25, 2019     (application, cover letter, résumé and references must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under direction of the Personnel Commission, plan, organize and direct Merit System employment program for classified employees in accordance with the Education Code and Personnel Commission rules and regulations; coordinate recruiting, interviewing, testing, selecting and placement of classified employees; manage classification and compensation program; and supervise and evaluate assigned staff.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Coordinate the recruitment, qualifications assessment, and examination of classified employees; direct the development and administration of employee selection plans including written, performance and oral board examinations; set examination pass points and prepare job eligibility lists; respond to questions and resolve issues concerning the employment testing process; review background check information and certify job candidates for permanent and temporary position vacancies
• Serve as Executive Secretary to the Personnel Commission; prepare meeting agenda items; conduct research and prepare special reports requested by the Personnel Commission; oversee preparation of meeting minutes; prepare the Commission’s annual report
• Maintain the job classification plan for classified management and non-management positions; arrange job classifications into occupational groups, conduct job analysis and recommend salary range placements for Personnel Commission action; coordinate job reclassification studies and recommend revisions to existing job descriptions
• Draft policies and regulations for inclusion in the Merit System policy manual on subjects enumerated in applicable sections of the Education Code, and federal and state statutes; administer Merit System policies and make decisions on the application of rules on a variety of employment matters; interpret and apply state and federal employment laws and administrative regulations
• Manage administration of the compensation program for classified employees including salary step placement for new permanent and temporary hires, and step advancement for current employees; prepare annual salary schedules for Personnel Commission approval
• Coordinate the classified employee evaluation reporting system and ensure applicable Merit System policies are followed; monitor the permanent employee probationary period, and advise managers on probationary employment procedures
• Confer with collective bargaining group representatives to review and resolve a variety of personnel issues concerning the application of Merit System rules and regulations
• Respond to grievances filed under Merit System procedures concerning matters under Personnel Commission jurisdiction
• Coordinate Personnel Commission disciplinary hearing procedures including reviewing issues to be brought before the Commission for adjudication, organizing evidence to be presented at the hearing, compiling witness lists, and preparing communications on behalf of the Personnel Commission; advise the Personnel Commission on all aspects of the hearing process
• Coordinate classified layoff procedures and advise managers on legal requirements; maintain seniority and employee rehire lists; prepare layoff, bumping, and recall letters to employees
• Conduct internal investigations on matters within the authority of the Personnel Commission, and prepare reports including final findings of fact based on evidence presented
• Prepare the Personnel Commission Services budget for Commission approval; authorize general budget expenditures, and seek Commission approval for large expenditures
• Oversee employment testing records management in accordance with Merit System Rules
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of Personnel Commission Services Department staff
• Assist County Superintendent of Schools, division heads, department heads, managers, site administrators, employees and employee group representatives to understand the classified employment testing, selection, classification, compensation, position transfer, seniority, demotion, promotion, layoff, and reemployment practices and procedures
• Assist the Associate Superintendent, Human Resources in the formulation and development of policies and procedures in accordance with Merit System Rules
• Represent the Personnel Commission on the Administrators’ Cabinet

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:   Master of Arts degree in Human Resources, Public Administration or a related field

EXPERIENCE:   Five (5) years of public personnel management experience involving directing a school merit system, or public sector civil service program

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of Merit or Civil Service System authority, functions, and governing procedures in public service employment
• Ability to research personnel management issues, and develop staff reports and proposals for Personnel Commission review and action
• Ability to establish and carry out specific courses of action for self and Personnel Commission employees
• Knowledge of current practices in public sector personnel management including employee recruitment, candidate assessment, position classification, and compensation
• Ability to identify the important dimensions of a problem, determine the potential causes, obtain relevant information, and specify alternative courses of action
• Ability to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision making
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the Office of Education while simultaneously building credibility and rapport
• Ability to work with employees in a way that builds high morale, consensus and commitment to goals and objectives; interpret verbal and non-verbal behavior and develop an accurate understanding of others’ needs, values and opinions; be sensitive to and aware of the social environment
• Ability to train, mentor and coach employees to achieve their highest potential
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art personnel management systems and administrative procedures including employee database management, web based candidate sourcing and skills assessment, and talent acquisition techniques
• Knowledge of Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures
• Knowledge of Federal and State employment laws, statutes and administrative regulations
• Knowledge of job analysis and position classification evaluation methodologies
• Knowledge of research and statistical methods and their application to administering a range of personnel functions including analyzing community wage data, recommending compensation ranges, setting examination pass points, and preparing employment and statistical reports
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively orally and in writing

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

CLICK ON LINK BELOW : (Job PDF) TO SEE JOB BROCHURE

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1. A review of application materials, including comprehensive résumé and cover letter, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
    
2. A technical oral board interview (panel comprised of subject-matter experts); and
   A general fitness oral board interview (panel comprised of individuals from the various constituent groups at the San Mateo County Office of Education).
   [Both oral board interviews to be held on the same date; anticipated date- December 10, 2019 ]
    
3. Final selection made by the Personnel Commission

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations/interviews.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

For additional information regarding the San Mateo County Office of Education, please click on the link below:
http://www.smcoe.org

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

Central County Fire Department

has an opening for a full-time Fire Prevention Specialist  

This is an entry level position, and successful candidates will be placed at the beginning of the pay range.

DEFINITION

Under the direction and supervision of the Deputy Fire Marshal, the Fire Prevention Specialist performs responsible, technical and specialized work in the fields of life safety inspection, engineering and code enforcement. This is an entry-level position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• May conduct public education presentations
• Resolve citizen complaints about fire related problems
• Assist in reviews of building construction plans and business emergency plans for compliance with state and local fire and life safety standards and regulations
• Provide technical assistance to fire companies
• Inspect residential, licensed care, commercial and industrial buildings, facilities and larger places of public assembly to determine and enforce compliance with local and state fire and life safety codes.
• Under supervision, interpret various federal, state and local fire and life safety codes for the public and make recommendations as needed
• Interpret policies, procedures and documents relating to business emergency plan requirements
• Review, evaluate and process business emergency plans
• Inspect, evaluate and grant fire safety clearances for state licensed care facilities
• Under supervision collect, analyze and evaluate data and prepare comprehensive reports
• Write reports based on field notes
• Issue “Notice and Order” and prepare summary information reports
• Investigate complaints from the public
• Assist in testing and accepting, life safety, fixed detection and extinguishing systems
• Work with other governmental agencies for compliance and enforcement of building and fire codes and standards, the building development and planning process, weed and rubbish abatement
• Perform related duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Organization, procedures and operating details of municipal government
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Software programs used in fire administration
• Department Policies and Procedures
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations

Ability to:

• Understand, interpret and apply the Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Building Code and other applicable federal, state and local laws
• Detect fire hazards and code violations and determine appropriate mitigation measures
• Plan and perform field work
• Read construction drawings and specifications, identifying necessary changes to bring project into compliance with appropriate building and fire codes

Education and Experience:

• Successful completion of California State Board of Fire Services accredited courses Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Criminal Justice, Engineering, Fire Protection, or Management is desirable

License or Certificate:

• Valid California State Driver’s License

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to crawl, crouch, twist upper body, sit, stand and walk for long periods of time; climb ladders and work at heights; ability to identify hazardous environments including electrical and mechanical hazards and confined spaces. Ability to analyze situations quickly and draw logical conclusions; to remain calm and follow instructions under pressure, stress and emergency situations. Work cooperatively with the public, other departments and all those encountered in the course of work. Communicate clearly on the phone, in person and in writing; deal calmly with irate citizens and contracts; enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact. Possess the necessary visual and auditory abilities as well as physical stamina and endurance required to perform aforementioned duties.             

The City of Marysville is excited to recruit for the Fire Administrative Assistant position!  Below is the job description for a better understanding of the position and the skill set desired.                                                                                        

JOB SUMMARY

Under limited direction, the Fire Administrative Assistant performs a variety of responsible, confidential, and complex administrative support duties for a department head; completes technical and functional duties of a clerical nature; interacts frequently with the public and provides information or directs questions and requests to the appropriate staff; and performs a variety of administrative support functions for the fire department as required.

Receives general or limited supervision from assigned supervisor.  Exercises no direct supervision over staff.  May provide technical and functional supervision to lower level staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This class is the advanced journey level class of the Administrative classification series that performs the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series.  Responsibilities include performing specialized and technical office support duties to the assigned department or division(s) to ensure efficient service provision.  Responsibilities require the frequent use of tact, discretion, confidentiality, and independent judgement as well as a knowledge of departmental and City activities.  The work involves frequent contact with the public.  This class distinguished from the Administrative Clerk series by the comprehensiveness of its job functions, and the specialized knowledge exercised in the performance of job duties.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a wide variety of routine to complex administrative and clerical duties, and confidential duties for a department head or designee.  Support departmental or divisional operations, including filing, preparing records and monthly reports, accounts payable, ordering and maintaining office and other related supplies.
• Checks and tabulates standard mathematical or statistical data; may summarize such information and prepare periodic reports.
• Responsible for routine purchasing and budget duties; maintain financial, statistical, and/or operational reports and records as applicable.
• Screens calls, visitors, and mail; respond to for information assists and directs the public and callers to appropriate locations/staff; represents the City in a professional and customer friendly manner.
• Create and maintain confidential documents related to operations, personnel and other matters.
• Interpret City policies, rules and regulations related to assigned work.
• Weed abatement and fire prevention administrative duties.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, compile annual budget requests, recommend expenditure requests for designated accounts and monitor as appropriate.
• Perform duties related to department personnel administration including coordinating employee orientation, calculating and tracking time sheets and payroll, coordinating department recruitment activities, and processing Personnel Action Forms.
• Research, compile, and analyze data for special projects and various reports.
• Assist in the support of administration in preparing agenda items, staff reports, assembling background material, attending meetings to take minutes, and typing minutes of meetings as assigned.
• When applicable, provide technical and functional supervision as appropriate to lower level staff; recommend organizational procedural changes concerning clerical activities. 
• Make travel arrangements, maintain appointment schedules and calendars, arrange meetings and conferences, and schedule facilities reservations as necessary.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including word processing equipment and use a variety of software programs as appropriate.
• Types, originates, formats, proofreads, and distributes a variety reports, letters, and memoranda, including agenda items, bid documents, and documents associated with departmental projects.  As appropriate, respond to letters and general correspondence of a routine nature.
• Initiate and maintain a variety of files and records.
• Process various business and special use permits and licenses pertaining to the fire department.  
• Assist in the coordination of fire functions for various sanctioned City events.
• Maintains attendance and punctuality that is observant of scheduled hours on a regular basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (position requirements at entry)

Knowledge of:

• Practices and policies related to personnel record keeping.
• City government organization, functions, policies, rules, and regulations.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic statistics.
• Modern office methods, procedures, and computer equipment and software.
• Business letter writing and arithmetic.
• Organization, procedures, and operating details of the department assigned.
• Filing and records keeping practices.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Ability to:                                                                                                         

• Perform a wide variety of difficult and responsible administrative, secretarial and clerical work with limited supervision.
• Communicate clearly, logically, concisely, and persuasively, both in writing and orally.
• Complete assigned tasks relying on broad descriptions of objectives, rather than on extensive, separate instructions requiring frequent supervision.
• Prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines under changing conditions.
• Observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedural issues for the public and with staff.
• Compile and maintain complex and extensive records and reports.
• Maintain confidential data and information.
• Handle multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.
• Exercise a high level of judgment relative to confidential personnel and administrative matters. Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Establish, maintain, and foster effective, cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups encountered.
• Use computers and peripherals effectively in the accomplishment of assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (requirements at entry)

Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education

A high school diploma, or equivalent.

Experience

Three years of increasingly responsible journey level secretarial and clerical experience involving frequent public contact.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

These functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

Must possess ability to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work area and walking between work areas may be required.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public.  Work days can be stressful based on this being a public safety entity and work product deadlines.