Staff AssistantStudent Services Merritt INTERNAL POSTING

Job Description Summary
This vacancy is open ONLY to current regular and hourly employees who are members of SEIU Local 1021. Per new Article 8.7 of the Local 1021 hourly contract this job is being posted for ten (10) working days. 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)

Desirable Qualifications
Some experience and benefits of veterans educational benefits. Ability to independently set up monitor and track budgets and prepare reports. Ability to organize and work independently. Knowledge of: o Concepts techniques procedures and other guidelines applicable to the designated area of specialization o Administrative and office procedures and practices o Basic research and analytical methods o Proper and correct English usage grammar and punctuation o Modern office equipment including familiarity with data entry and retrieval using computer terminals Ability to: o Perform a variety of difficult technical and clerical work related to the designated area of specialization o Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work o Analyze situations and make decisions in procedural matters without immediate supervision o Speak and write effectively o Type with speed and accuracy (45 wpm) o Learn rapidly a variety of rules and procedures relating to the assigned area of responsibility o Train and supervise clerical and student personnel o Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports

Minimum Qualifications
1. 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. 2. 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. 3. Understanding of sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of Peralta Colleges students faculty staff and community.