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Administrative Assistant II

Administrative Assistant II

InsideHigherEdMerced, California, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Administrative Assistant II

Salary : $4,479.00 - $5,669.00 Monthly

Job Type :

Job Number : 20251001

Closing : 10 / 9 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Location : Merced College, CA

Department :

The Administrative Assistant to the Office of Capital Projects and Facilities supports the operations team with providing back office tasks, including data entry, updating information in different systems, complete back office operational tasks and generate associate reports for management review. The Office of Capital Projects and Facilities is searching for someone who is highly self-motivated and who is a well-organized individual with experience multitasking. The Administrative Assistant is a valuable member of Merced College's Capital Projects and Facilities Department and holds a critical role in maintaining a safe and innovative environment for our staff and students. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, possess a great attention to detail and thrive in a high-paced dynamic team environment. This position is for an individual who possesses novel solutions and a "get it done" attitude! The Capital Projects and Facilities Department invites you to apply to join our team!

Join the Transformation at Merced College

Merced College isn't just a community college - we're pioneers of change, redefining the educational landscape and setting new standards for excellence. Serving more than 11,000 students each semester, we're proud to be a hub of learning and opportunity in the heart of California's dynamic Central Valley. Merced College is a gateway to limitless possibilities.

About Us : Founded in 1962, Merced College boasts a rich history of academic excellence and community engagement. But we're not stopping there! We're on a mission to revolutionize the community college experience, blending tradition with innovation to create a dynamic learning environment unlike any other.

Invested in You : At the heart of Merced College's success are our dedicated employees. We prioritize employee well-being, happiness, and professional growth. With a culture of support and employee engagement initiatives, we ensure that every member of our team feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

Location Perks : Surrounded by natural beauty, Merced offers a vibrant community of 90,000+ with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park.

If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, fostering innovation, and empowering others to succeed, Merced College invites you to apply and join our journey of growth and transformation!

Merced College Mission

At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision

Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services :

  • Degree / Certificate Programs
  • Transfer
  • Career Technical Education
  • Workforce Training
  • Lifelong Learning
  • Basic Skills
  • Community Engagement

Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.

Salary Schedule

Range 20

40 hours / week12 months / year

General Description

Under general supervision, coordinate assistance to students and staff, develop and maintain the budget, develop statistical data, perform varied secretarial and clerical duties, coordinate office activities, provide administrative relief; supervise clerical functions, oversee assigned area in the absence of administrator; and perform related work as required.

Examples of Duties

Representative Duties :

  • Performs a wide variety of clerical and secretarial duties involving the use of considerable independent judgment and an understanding of district policies, functions and procedures
  • Develops working knowledge of special terminology related to the function to which assigned
  • Receives visitors and gives out information or refers callers to proper officials
  • May take minutes
  • Types a variety of materials
  • Answers routine letters independently
  • Receives telephone calls
  • Arranges meetings for the supervisor which may involve contact with other departments
  • May make travel and hotel reservations
  • Prepares schedules of meetings and insures that participants are informed of meeting dates
  • Keeps records of various committees
  • Installs and revises filing systems and other clerical procedures
  • Receives a variety of information which may be of a confidential nature
  • Orders supplies
  • Operates varied office equipment
  • Assists in the process which leads to the hiring of employees
  • Trains, assigns and reviews work of subordinate employees or student assistants
  • Coordinates workshops
  • Facilitates outreach activities
  • Provides students with college information and other services
  • Provides budget management
  • Responsible for all monetary procedures
  • Maintains subsidiary programs
  • Collects and organizes record of services provided to students
  • Coordinates scheduling of facilities
  • Coordinates the development and implementation of schedules
  • Other related duties as assigned
  • Knowledge of :

  • Modern office equipment, practices and procedures
  • Program guidelines and policies
  • Principles of business letter and report writing including the use of good English, spelling and punctuation
  • Collection and organization of data and information
  • Ability to :

  • Read, understand, learn and apply pertinent procedures and requirements
  • Compile and analyze data
  • Train and supervise student workers
  • Type at 55 words per minute
  • Effectively communicate both orally and in writing
  • Work independently and with a minimum of supervision
  • Work cooperatively with students, the public and District personnel
  • Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.
  • Typical Qualifications

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • An associate's degree OR High school diploma OR GED AND three (3) years applicable experience
  • OR

  • The equivalent education and experience
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
  • PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

    The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

    Environment :

    Work is performed primarily in an office environment.

    Physical Ability to :

  • Hear and understand speech at normal levels
  • Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
  • Read printed matter and computer screens
  • Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Bend and twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull
  • Reach in all directions
  • Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
  • Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard
  • Vision :

    See in the normal visual range with or without correction

    Hearing :

    Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

    Supplemental Information

    How to Apply :

  • Submit a complete application by the closing date / time on the Merced College career pages at https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / mccd / transferjobs
  • Required Documentation :

  • Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
  • Resume
  • List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
  • If applicable, legible, unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree ; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
  • If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization.
  • Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

    Interview Information :

    Applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to participate in onsite oral interviews conducted by a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be selected to move forward to the interview stage.

    Employee Benefits :

    Employee Benefits : Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

    Condition of Employment :

    The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his / her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

    Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.

    Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    To apply, visit https : / / www.schooljobs.com / careers / mccd / jobs / 5097216 / administrative-assistant-ii

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