Administrative Assistant I

Administrative Assistant I North Orange County Community College District Position Number: 2015703P Location: Fullerton College Department: FC EOPS/CARE/CalWORKS, FYSI Percentage of Employment: 100% Months of Employment: 12 Months Per Year Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.
) Job Description: Performs detailed administrative duties in support of one or more functional areas, departments or administrators within established rules and regulations; coordinates daily activities to assure efficient operations; issues and tracks materials and items distributed to instructors, students, the public, or departments; answers questions requiring judgment, knowledge and explanation of policies.
Types routine correspondence, memos, letters, agendas, and lists; revises schedules, forms, reports, records, and other information; compiles statistical information for use in reports; attends meetings and takes minutes; initiates and answers telephone calls; screens and directs calls; schedules appointments and meetings; routes and distributes incoming mail and other materials; prepares outgoing mail and packages.
Assists faculty, staff and students; orders textbooks; prepares, distributes, and collects course materials; assists students with orientation and registration; administers and collects tests; maintains lists and mailboxes for instructors.
Assists with special projects, receptions and events as assigned; maintains calendar of activities; distributes promotional and informational materials; maintains current mailing lists.
Processes forms, transcripts and applications; verifies data for accuracy, completeness and compliance within established procedures; enters data into computer system; processes time sheets; maintains confidential files, data and records.
Collects and accounts for fees and other monies received; maintains ledgers and other financial records as assigned.
Orders and tracks supplies and prepares purchase requisitions; assists in tracking budgets and expenditures; may assist with preparing banking deposits.
Trains and provides work direction and guidance to others as directed.
Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Primary Purpose: This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of specialized administrative duties to support one or more functional areas, departments or administrators; and assisting in the coordination of office functions to assure efficient operations.
This requires specialized knowledge in the specific area supported (e.
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financial aid, student services, health services, various instructional areas, and any other departments).
Working Relationships: The Administrative Assistant I maintains frequent contact with various departments and personnel, faculty, students and the public.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives Knowledge of applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws Knowledge of organization, policies, and rules of assigned department or program Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment Knowledge of record-keeping techniques Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary Knowledge of various computer software applications Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures Ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately Ability to type at 50 wpm from clear copy Ability to operate a variety of office equipment such as calculator, computer, copier, etc.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work Ability to work independently with little direction Ability to complete work efficiently with many interruptions Ability to work confidentially with discretion Ability to meet schedules and time lines Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to understand scope of authority in making independent decisions Ability to review situations accurately and determine appropriate action according to established guidelines Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Special Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED.
Minimum two (2) years prior administrative, secretarial or clerical experience.
Commitment to diversity.
All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.
Desirable Qualifications: Demonstrated success in assisting students and/or staff from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized groups, nontraditional students, former/current foster youth, system impacted students, speakers of other languages, and students with disabilities.
Experience in technologies, software, and communication platforms pertaining to scheduling, data tracking, and case management.
Experience in training and providing guidance for staff in student-facing and/or customer service positions.
Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and students in an equity minded manner.
Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.
Working Conditions: College or District office environment; subject to constant interruptions and frequent interaction with others; sitting for long periods at a time (up to 2-3 hours); repetitive use of upper extremities including hand coordination activities.
Salary Range: $5,032 - $6,048 Per Month Number of Vacancies: 1 Posting Number: 2015703P Open Date: 02/13/2024 Close Date: 2/28/2024