- About the Position
- The County of San Luis Obispo is offering a career opportunity for Administrative Assistants to join the
Department of Social Services Participant Services Team!
The County of San Luis Obispo has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team! We are looking for customer service and administrative professionals to work in the Department of Social Services Participant Services Division. Start your impactful career in public service and apply today!
The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services provides public services that promote self-sufficiency, health, and well-being. These programs help ensure the protection of children, the elderly and dependent adults, and provide a safety net for individuals and families who need assistance with necessities, such as food, housing and health care.Click here for the complete job description for Administrative Assistant III.All candidates are encouraged to apply. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are needed and could be eligible for additional compensation.
Participant Services Division administers eligibility programs such as CalFresh, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, Foster Care, and General Assistance. The Administrative Assistants working in our clerical units are integral parts of our division, as they are the first persons our participants interact with when they first apply.This recruitment may be used to fill permanent, temporary, substitute, part-time, and full-time positions in various departments throughout the County. Candidates who complete all steps of the recruitment and are placed on the eligible list will remain on the list for six months and may be contacted as positions become available. Responses to supplemental questions will be rated during the examination process. - The Ideal Candidate
Preferred Qualifications:
- Clear and professional communication skills (verbal and written)
- Positive attitude
- Detail Oriented
- Customer Focus
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
All levels: Graduation from High School or possession of a G.E.D AND
Administrative Assistant I: Either A: 6 months of experience performing duties comparable to Administrative Assistant Aide. Or B: One year of general clerical experience including word-processing/computer experience.
Administrative Assistant II: Either A: One year of experience performing duties comparable to Administrative Assistant I. Or B: Two years of experience performing a wide variety of clerical and administrative assistant duties including word-processing/computer experience.
Administrative Assistant III: Either A: One year of experience performing duties comparable to an Administrative Assistant II. Or B: Three years of experience performing a wide variety of clerical and administrative assistant duties including word-processing/computer experience.
Possession of either a Certificate of Proficiency in secretarial, clerical, or library studies or possession of a paralegal certificate from an accredited institution will substitute for up to one year of the general clerical experience.- How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
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Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.