Administrative Clerk I/II - Citywide - Quick Hire!

The City of Vallejo, situated in Solano County, California, is a vibrant and diverse community with approximately 121,000 residents. Known for its rich 148-year history and maritime heritage, Vallejo is a friendly and active waterfront city positioned midway between San Francisco and Sacramento. The city offers a plethora of cultural, recreational, and entertainment options including golf courses, museums, performing arts centers, boutique shopping, brewpubs, and a wide range of dining establishments. Vallejo is also home to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, a unique combination wildlife, oceanarium, and theme park, making it an exciting place to live and work. The City of Vallejo is currently seeking candidates to fill the positions of Administrative Clerk I and Administrative Clerk II to support various departments throughout the city. These roles encompass a broad range of clerical duties crucial to the smooth operation of city functions. The positions involve supporting assigned departments with tasks such as word processing, data entry, customer service, filing, managing supplies, maintaining records, and assisting with meeting setups. This recruitment aims to establish a citywide eligible list that may be used to fill full-time, part-time, limited term, and temporary vacancies for up to one year. Candidates may be considered for either the I or II level based on their qualifications. For Administrative Clerk I, the salary ranges from $21.92 to $26.65 per hour, equating to an annual salary of approximately $45,609 to $55,438. This entry-level classification typically involves performing routine clerical tasks under immediate supervision and is suitable for candidates with limited or no prior work experience. The Administrative Clerk II position, a journey level classification, offers a salary range of $24.29 to $29.52 per hour or $50,525 to $61,414 annually. Clerks at this level handle the full range of duties with moderate supervision, requiring prior clerical experience. Ideal candidates for these roles possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational and multitasking abilities, and are adept at customer service and active listening. Conflict management skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. Familiarity with basic math, accounts payable and receivable, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook are important for success in these roles. The Administrative Clerk positions receive supervision at varying levels; the I level is under immediate supervision, while the II level receives general supervision from management. Responsibilities include acting as a receptionist, answering phones, assisting the public with departmental policies and forms, typing various documents, maintaining detailed records, operating office equipment, compiling data for reports, ordering supplies, and sorting correspondence. These diverse duties require a candidate who is detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently. The City of Vallejo values inclusivity and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Employment and Housing Act. The recruitment and selection process includes screening of applications, an online skills assessment, scoring of supplemental questionnaire responses by subject matter experts, and oral panel interviews. Background checks, medical exams, and proof of legal work authorization are prerequisites for employment. Working for the City of Vallejo means being part of a community dedicated to quality service and historic pride, with opportunities for career growth within various city departments. The city is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds to apply, fostering a diverse and dynamic workforce.

• High school diploma or GED
• some clerical experience desired for Administrative Clerk I
• two years of responsible clerical experience for Administrative Clerk II
• ability to type or word process at a speed necessary for successful job performance
• ability to operate various office machines
• perform routine mathematical calculations
• respond to public requests and inquiries
• understand and follow oral and written instructions
• ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• pass a background check including fingerprinting
• successfully complete a pre-placement medical exam
• provide proof of legal right to work in the United States
• affirmation of loyalty oath as a Disaster Service Worker as required by California law