Staff AssistantStudent Accessibility Services Laney (GRANT FUNDED) 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. This position is grant funded. Continued employment is contingent upon refunding of the position. Under general supervision of the Dean of Student Services and the direction of the Student Accessibility Services ( SAS ) Coordinator the Staff Assistant performs technical office and clerical work specifically to assist in the provision of services to students with disabilities and to facilitate communication among personnel employed within the various areas of SAS . WORK SCHEDULE This is normally a full-time position with a work schedule of five days and 40 hours/week. Duties are performed 12 months a year. May be required to work some evenings and Saturdays during peak periods such as registration audits fiscal year end graduation etc.

Desirable Qualifications
Possession of an associates degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and handle confidential matters judiciously. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to exercise discretion and judgment when performing assigned work; ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Ability to operate adaptive equipment (i.e. a TTY ). Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population and campus personnel. Ability to work under pressure and maintain a pleasant personality. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions. Experience working in an educational or social service setting. Experience working with individuals with disabilities. Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy. Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle numerous tasks simultaneously and complete assignments in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of clerical and technical general office experience; or an equivalent combination of training and qualifying experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge skills and abilities 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 MS Word Excel Access and PowerPoint etc.) and the internet browser websites and email. Ability to type accurately from clear copy. A word processing and/or spreadsheet skills assessment may be given. A Personal Computer Assessment Certificate from public agencies and business schools will be accepted in lieu of taking the districts personal computer skills assessment provided the certificate is not older than one (1) year from the date the certificate was issued. Demonstrated cultural competency sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students faculty and staff.