Tehama County, CA
Office Assistant III - Bilingual Preferred
Tehama County, CA, Tehama, California, us, 96090
Salary :
$36,587.20 - $44,470.40 Annually
Location :
Tehama County, CA
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
2024 - P0571
Department:
Health Services Agency
Opening Date:
08/30/2024
Closing Date:
9/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Are you looking for a fulfilling opportunity to support our community and make a difference in the lives of the citizens of Tehama County? The Health Services Agency is hiring one new support staff team member for our Health Services Team!
Tehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention, treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what's most important, the overall health of our clients.
Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you.
About the Position:The Office Assistant III will help Tehama County residents connect with programs supporting Health Services Agency divisions, such as Behavioral Health, Substance Use Recovery Services, the Medical Clinic, and Public Health. Applicants qualifying for an Office Assistant III (OA III) level will have completed twelfth grade and have at least two (2) years of varied clerical support experience involving public contact or completed higher level coursework in office or business practices. Other relevant personal traits include a strong sense of responsibility with the ability to manage time effectively. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaboration and problem solving. We seek to hire individuals who are caring and committed to a healthy community.
Examples of Duties
Skills in:
Responding to and effectively prioritizing multiple phone calls and other requests for service.Performing responsible clerical support work with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.Organizing and prioritizing a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner.Bilingual Candidates:
Translates, interprets and otherwise communicates with members of the Spanish speaking community.
To review the entire classification specification, please
click here
Education, Experience & Licenses
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.Two (2) years of varied clerical support experience involving customer service and contact with the public or higher level coursework in office or business practices.Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.License & Special Requirements:
Requires a valid California driver's license.Current, less than 1 year old, typing certificate.Bilingual Candidates:Must pass a Merit Systems Services written and/or oral bilingual proficiency test (or other appropriate test selected by the County) to qualify
Recruitment Information
The department is currently has multiple vacancies.
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for an Office Assistant III , as well as, subsequent vacancies, which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Testing Dates:
September 24, 2024 - September 27, 2024. Tests will be provided via email.
Tentative Interview Dates:
1st & 2nd Combo:
Thursday, October 3, 2024 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does
not
require employees to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended.
Bilingual Incentive
Bilingual Incentive pay is +7.5% above the Office Assistant III salary.
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.
Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For questions about this recruitment, contact:
Emily Unger
530-527-8491 ext. 3830 |
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
NOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES.*Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work.
This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit.
01
What is your highest level of education?
Some high schoolHigh school diploma or GEDSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeDoctorateNone of the above
02
Please indicate how much experience you have working in varied clerical support positions involving customer service and public contact.
No experienceLess than 1 year of experience1 year to less than 2 years of experience2 years to less than 3 years of experience3 or more years of experience
03
If you indicated having varied clerical experience involving customer service and contact with the public, please describe how you gained this experience. Otherwise write "N/A"
04
Have you taken higher level coursework in office or business practices?
YesNo
05
If you have taken higher level coursework in office or business practices, please describe your courses taken. Otherwise write "N/A"
06
Do you have a valid, non-expired California Driver's License or can you obtain one within 6 months?
YesNo
07
Please indicate your bilingual proficiency level in Spanish.
Non-BilingualSpeak OnlySpeak, read and write
Required Question
$36,587.20 - $44,470.40 Annually
Location :
Tehama County, CA
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
2024 - P0571
Department:
Health Services Agency
Opening Date:
08/30/2024
Closing Date:
9/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Are you looking for a fulfilling opportunity to support our community and make a difference in the lives of the citizens of Tehama County? The Health Services Agency is hiring one new support staff team member for our Health Services Team!
Tehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention, treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what's most important, the overall health of our clients.
Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you.
About the Position:The Office Assistant III will help Tehama County residents connect with programs supporting Health Services Agency divisions, such as Behavioral Health, Substance Use Recovery Services, the Medical Clinic, and Public Health. Applicants qualifying for an Office Assistant III (OA III) level will have completed twelfth grade and have at least two (2) years of varied clerical support experience involving public contact or completed higher level coursework in office or business practices. Other relevant personal traits include a strong sense of responsibility with the ability to manage time effectively. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaboration and problem solving. We seek to hire individuals who are caring and committed to a healthy community.
Examples of Duties
Skills in:
Responding to and effectively prioritizing multiple phone calls and other requests for service.Performing responsible clerical support work with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.Organizing and prioritizing a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner.Bilingual Candidates:
Translates, interprets and otherwise communicates with members of the Spanish speaking community.
To review the entire classification specification, please
click here
Education, Experience & Licenses
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.Two (2) years of varied clerical support experience involving customer service and contact with the public or higher level coursework in office or business practices.Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.License & Special Requirements:
Requires a valid California driver's license.Current, less than 1 year old, typing certificate.Bilingual Candidates:Must pass a Merit Systems Services written and/or oral bilingual proficiency test (or other appropriate test selected by the County) to qualify
Recruitment Information
The department is currently has multiple vacancies.
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for an Office Assistant III , as well as, subsequent vacancies, which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Testing Dates:
September 24, 2024 - September 27, 2024. Tests will be provided via email.
Tentative Interview Dates:
1st & 2nd Combo:
Thursday, October 3, 2024 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does
not
require employees to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended.
Bilingual Incentive
Bilingual Incentive pay is +7.5% above the Office Assistant III salary.
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.
Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For questions about this recruitment, contact:
Emily Unger
530-527-8491 ext. 3830 |
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
NOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES.*Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work.
This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit.
01
What is your highest level of education?
Some high schoolHigh school diploma or GEDSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeDoctorateNone of the above
02
Please indicate how much experience you have working in varied clerical support positions involving customer service and public contact.
No experienceLess than 1 year of experience1 year to less than 2 years of experience2 years to less than 3 years of experience3 or more years of experience
03
If you indicated having varied clerical experience involving customer service and contact with the public, please describe how you gained this experience. Otherwise write "N/A"
04
Have you taken higher level coursework in office or business practices?
YesNo
05
If you have taken higher level coursework in office or business practices, please describe your courses taken. Otherwise write "N/A"
06
Do you have a valid, non-expired California Driver's License or can you obtain one within 6 months?
YesNo
07
Please indicate your bilingual proficiency level in Spanish.
Non-BilingualSpeak OnlySpeak, read and write
Required Question