Department Aide (Part-Time)

Goleta, City of • Goleta, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The General Services Department at the City of Goleta has a part-time vacancy for a Department Aide. The Department Aide position plays a crucial role by offering support as a secondary set of hands in the maintenance of City-owned properties and the vehicle fleet. Serving as a safety spotter and assisting both skilled and semi-skilled maintenance staff, this role also provides fleet maintenance support by conducting weekly inspections, managing battery charging, maintaining records, and delivering vehicles to various shops for mechanical service. We are seeking an ideal candidate who can demonstrate proficiency in basic maintenance techniques, possess knowledge of basic safety procedures and best practices, and showcase effective communication and organizational skills. Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful physical and drug screening. The General Services Department oversees facilities management, fleet management, real estate services, purchasing, information & communications technology, and other general service programs and activities. The goal of the new department is to protect City assets and ensure city departments have the special resources and equipment needed to carry out their primary mission. This is a non-benefited, non-career at-will classification. Persons appointed to positions in this classification will be classified as temporary, at-will employees, and will not gain property rights or have an expectation of continued employment. Incumbents will work no more than 999 hours per fiscal year.

Requirements

• Proficiency in basic maintenance techniques.
• Knowledge of basic safety procedures and best practices.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers.
• Knowledge of computer applications such as word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping and filing.
• Knowledge of mathematical principles.
• Knowledge of basic principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• Ability to learn the organization, operation, and services of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform a variety of support tasks and other duties and activities of a general and specialized nature for an assigned department or division.
• Ability to respond to requests and inquiries from coworkers, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages.
• Ability to conduct assignments with discretion; exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality of critical and sensitive information, records, and reports.
• Ability to demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
• One year (full-time equivalent) of related experience involving departmental support and/or customer service.
• Valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date files and records for assigned areas; develops and monitors various logs, accounts, and files for current and accurate information; develops, organizes, and maintains filing systems.
• Performs a variety of routine clerical duties and responsibilities involved in record keeping and reporting for assigned area; maintains a variety of records, logs, and files; aids department staff, vendors, and others in assigned areas.
• Provides assistance to department staff, vendors, and the general public in assigned areas.
• Operates a variety of office equipment including a PC or laptop, copier, and fax machine; utilizes various computer applications and software packages.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Offers support as a secondary set of hands in the maintenance of City-owned properties and the vehicle fleet.
• Serves as a safety spotter and assists both skilled and semi-skilled maintenance staff.
• Provides fleet maintenance support by conducting weekly inspections, managing battery charging, maintaining records, and delivering vehicles to various shops for mechanical service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED