Staff Assistant/Student Services - Merritt
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Dean of Enrollment Services & Special Programs, the Staff Assistant is responsible for all administrative tasks associated with administering Enrollment Services and Special Program and performs a variety of complex tasks in the preparation and maintenance of administrative support services operations. Some work may be in support to the counseling department. Positions assigned to this classification are professional level positions which support and are funded by a categorically funded program/project. Continuation of the position is contingent upon refunding of the program/project.
Requirements
- Three (3) years of clerical and technical experience in general office work, or an equivalent combination of training and qualifying experience, which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Knowledge and proficiency in the operation and use of personal computers utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and database management software programs (e.g., MS Office Suite- Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), the internet browser, and e-mail.
- Understanding of, sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff and community.
- Ability to type with speed and accuracy (45 wpm).
Nice To Haves
- Some experience and benefits of veterans’ educational benefits.
- Ability to organize and work independently.
- Knowledge of concepts, techniques, procedures, and other guidelines applicable to the designated area of specialization.
- Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and practices.
- Knowledge of basic research and analytical methods.
- Knowledge of proper and correct English usage, grammar, and punctuation.
- Knowledge of modern office equipment, including familiarity with data entry and retrieval using computer terminals.
- Ability to perform a variety of difficult technical and clerical work related to the designated area of specialization.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Ability to analyze situations and make decisions in procedural matters without immediate supervision.
- Ability to speak and write effectively.
- Ability to learn rapidly a variety of rules and procedures relating to the assigned area of responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Administering Enrollment Services and Special Programs
- Performing complex administrative tasks
- Maintaining administrative support services operations
- Supporting the counseling department (some work may be in this area)
- Setting up, monitoring, and tracking budgets
- Preparing reports
- Training and supervising clerical and student personnel
- Preparing and maintaining accurate and complete records and reports
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
