OFFICE SPECIALIST

City Of Stockton • Stockton, CA

431d • $53,000 - $68,035

About The Position

The Office Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of general office duties and administrative support functions within the Police Department of the City of Stockton. This role involves tasks such as data entry, responding to inquiries, scheduling appointments, creating reports, and processing documents. The position requires independent judgment and technical skills, with responsibilities increasing in complexity as the incumbent progresses. The Office Specialist will work a 9/80 schedule, providing support to various divisions within the department.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate.
• Three years of general clerical or office administrative experience equivalent to Office Assistant II.
• Possession of a valid typing certificate for at least 50 net words per minute, two years old or less.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a valid California driver's license.
• Skill in taking dictation at the rate of 80 words per minute and transcribing it accurately.

Responsibilities

• Handle general office duties including data entry and responding to inquiries.
• Schedule appointments and arrange meetings.
• Create reports and prepare documents.
• Perform receptionist duties and maintain record keeping.
• Open and distribute mail, and prepare meeting agendas and summaries.
• Enter and retrieve information from computer databases.
• Carry out research and compile reports, including arithmetical calculations.
• Order supplies and process invoices.

Benefits

• $2,000 sign-on bonus for new employees.
• 40 hours of sick leave for immediate use.
• Future salary increases including a 3% Cost of Living Adjustment effective July 1, 2025.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED