Temporary Clerical Worker
About The Position
About CCWD Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) provides safe, reliable, high-quality water and related services that support the health and vitality of the communities it serves. Through responsible stewardship of both its infrastructure and its people, CCWD is committed to building and sustaining a skilled workforce prepared to meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges. Why Work Here Meaningful Public Service Play a direct role in supporting safe, reliable water service that protects public health and strengthens the communities we serve. Collaborative, Mission-Driven Culture Work alongside dedicated professionals who value integrity, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in service to the public. The Opportunity CCWD is seeking two Temporary Clerical Workers to support a variety of departments across CCWD. This is an excellent opportunity for adaptable administrative professionals who enjoy variety, learning new processes, and contributing wherever support is needed most. The role offers a dynamic work environment with varied assignments that can help candidates broaden their experience, strengthen administrative skills, and develop familiarity with working for a special district and water utility operations. Assignments may support multiple functional areas including administrative services, customer support, finance, human resources, operations, and executive support. Why You’ll Enjoy This Role Professional Growth & Variety Step into meaningful public sector experience while building a broad understanding of CCWD operations through hands-on, real-world assignments. Temporary roles offer the chance to jump into different departments, develop administrative skills, gain organizational exposure, and grow professionally within a dynamic public agency environment. Collaborate with and support professional, technical, and leadership teams across the organization, gaining exposure to a wide range of work and expertise. Build strong clerical and administrative skills through varied, engaging assignments and projects. Gain a solid understanding of public sector operations, procedures, and customer service in action. Collaborative & Flexible Environment Work alongside professional staff across a multitude of different departments and strengthen skills in customer service, scheduling, records management, correspondence, and office coordination. Join a workplace that values communication, teamwork, and reliability and help maintain organized, accurate, and efficient administrative processes that support CCWD operations. Flexible assignment scheduling allows candidates to confirm availability as opportunities arise and assignments may range from short-term coverage to longer-duration support opportunities. Ideal for candidates who enjoy adaptability, learning, and variety in their workday. Temporary Clerical Workers are utilized on an as-needed basis to support employee absences, temporary vacancies, special projects, emergencies, and other operational staffing needs across the CCWD. Assignments and work hours vary depending on departmental needs and may range from occasional short-term coverage to longer-duration assignments, with staffing needs often increasing during holiday and peak vacation periods.
Requirements
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by course work in business, economics, statistics, or a related field.
- Four years of highly responsible administrative or complex secretarial experience providing support to a high-level administrator.
- Possession of a valid California driver’s license to be maintained throughout employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and clerical support to assigned departments and CCWD staff.
- Answer phones, assist visitors, respond to inquiries, and provide customer service.
- Prepare, format, proofread, and distribute correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, and other documents.
- Maintain files, records, calendars, schedules, and departmental documentation.
- Coordinate meetings, training sessions, appointments, and conference logistics.
- Perform data entry and maintain accurate records and databases.
- Support special projects and short-term operational assignments.
- Learn and follow department procedures, policies, and administrative processes.
- Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive or personnel-related information.
Benefits
- The position is non-benefited
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
