Senior Office Assistant I

Senior Office Assistant I

Salary

$22.95 - $27.70 Hourly

Location

Conejo Valley Unified School District - Thousand Oaks, CA

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

26-440-1

Division

Establishment of Eligibility List - District Wide

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

8/23/2026 4:52 PM Pacific

Salary Schedule Range

47

• Description
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RECRUITMENT DETAILS

THE ELIGIBILITY LIST WILL BE VALID FOR 6 MONTHS

APPLICATION PROCESS

Complete the on-line application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Do not abbreviate job titles for yourself or employers. All pertinent employment with a Temporary Agency must indicate frequency and length of assignment. Prior to submitting your application, verify it reflects all relevant experience and education.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

1. Training and Experience Evaluation - Pass/Fail

Applications will be screened for best qualified applicants to compete in the competitive examination process.

If it is determined that your application meets the minimum requirements for this position, your application may be scored by a panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Scoring will be based upon scope and length of experience, responses to the Supplemental Questions, and general application appearance (e.g., sentence structure, grammar, and spelling).

For those passing the Training and Experience Evaluation (notified after the recruitment closing date):

2. Performance Examination - Date: TBD

The Performance Examination will consist of document creation/revision utilizing Microsoft Office Word and Excel 2016, as well as an on-line multiple choice examination assessing fundamental knowledge for the position.

For those passing the General Fitness / Performance Examination:

3. Structured Oral Interview - Date TBD

The Structured Oral Interview will be before a panel and contain questions that assess technical knowledge, experience, and ones general fitness for successful performance in the position.

A total score will be computed using weighted scores on all testing components. Applicants must receive a passing score on the oral examination to be placed on the 6 month long eligibility list. The top 3 ranks (scores) on the eligibility list are eligible for the hiring interview for each vacancy in this classification within the life of the list.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the highest level class in the general clerical series. Positions in this class are distinguished from those in the next lower class of Intermediate Clerk Typist by the assignment of duties requiring, in addition to general clerical ability, a greater working knowledge of the technical subject matter and functions of the office. Work is usually varied in nature, requires the incumbent to secure more information than is given with the assignment, and involves selection and application of standard, technical or legal concepts, and procedures for solutions of a problem. Positions in this class may be assigned working supervision over clerical employees engaged in closely related activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

As a continuing primary responsibility, performs complex clerical work involving the analysis of a variety of source materials and a thorough familiarity with policies, procedures, terminology, and various applicable laws in order to obtain the necessary data;

Supervises the work of clerical assistants;

Compiles a variety of narrative and statistical reports, locating sources of information, devising forms to secure data, and determining proper format for finished report;

Answers questions and types correspondence that requires searching for and abstracting technical data and detailed explanation of laws, policies, or procedures, and refers only matters requiring policy decisions to immediate superior;

Originates and maintains various complex files and records;

Performs other difficult, independent, and technical clerical work requiring knowledge of the procedures and policies of the office or unit;

May direct and instruct student helpers in the performance of routine clerical and office duties.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

Three years of increasingly responsible clerical experience, or, one year at or equivalent to the level of Office Assistant III with the Conejo Valley Unified School District.

Education:

Persons with the experience, knowledge and abilities as stated are considered to have the necessary education.

JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Modern office methods, procedures and equipment, including the preparation of business correspondence and reports, filing, and standard office equipment operation;

The elements of English usage, spelling, grammar and arithmetic;

Basic techniques of supervision.

Ability to:

Perform difficult and responsible clerical work, involving independent judgment and requiring accuracy and speed;

Make clear and comprehensive reports and keep difficult records;

Meet the public in situations requiring tact and poise;

Understand and carry out oral and written directions;

Organize and supervise the work of a small number of clerical assistants;

Type at a rate of 45 words per minute from clear copy;

Operate a computer terminal and word processing equipment.

Nondiscrimination in Employment

The CVUSD Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (BP 0410). Any applicant who attempts to directly contact individual Board Members with the intent of influencing the deciaion of the Board will be considered disqualified from candidacy for this position.

BENEFITS

MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 27.5 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in a variety of District plans. Employee contribution amount towards a premium varies based on medical plan. Family coverage is also available with an additional employee monthly paid premium. NOTE: Employees with assignments fewer than 27.5 hours per week are eligible to participate / buy-in into medical plans at full cost.

DENTAL INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family dental insurance.

VISION CARE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family vision insurance.

HOLIDAYS: Up to fourteen paid holidays per year.

LIFE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family life insurance.

VACATION: Employees with one to three years of service earn 12 vacation days per year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn vacation on a pro rata basis). The number of vacation days earned increases with longevity up to 20 days per year after 15 years of service.

SICK LEAVE: One day per month, cumulative from year to year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn sick leave on a pro rata basis).

RETIREMENT: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 4 or more hours daily AND at least 20 hours weekly are covered by Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer. Click to visit Public Employees Retirement System(CalPERS) website.

Employees holding positions that are fewer than 4 hours per day or 20 hours per week are enrolled in APPLE, an alternative to Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer.

SALARY STEP MOVEMENT: First day of fiscal year (July 1st) for those employees in working status at least 75% of work year.

LONGEVITY COMPENSATION: Upon completion of 7, 10, 14, 20, 24, and 29 years of service from the hire date, employees receive an additional 2 1/2% salary increase.

REPRESENTATION: Classified staff (with the exception of Campus Safety Assistants) are represented by Chapter 620, CSEA.

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Please read carefully before submitting your application. To assist our screening committee in evaluating your background qualifications for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections. DO NOT rely on your resume to convey your education and experience as the optional resume is only considered at the time of the hiring interview. I have read and understand these instructions.

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Do you have experience working in a school district? If so, what types of student databases are you proficient in, if any?

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Please describe your proficiency level utilizing Microsoft Office 2013-16 software. In your response, be specific in the types of documents you have amended or created.

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Please indicate your level of proficiency in the Spanish language.

• Not Bilingual
• Bilingual in speaking only
• Bilingual in reading and writing only
• Bilingual in reading, writing, and speaking

Required Question

Employer Conejo Valley Unified School District

Address 750 Mitchell Rd

Newbury Park, California, 91320

Phone 805-498-4557

Website http://www.conejousd.org