Under administrative direction – coordinates communications for key administrative offices responsible for multiple College – wide and/or District – wide functions; provides office assistance in specialized operations; researches and compiles data and information, and drafts complex reports; maintains schedules requiring coordination with other offices; may lead, coordinate the work of, and train other office workers; and performs related duties and responsibilities as required and assigned.

Organizes and coordinates the flow of activities through the office in relation to priorities, schedules, and deadlines; coordinates communications flow by answering questions, obtaining and relaying information, analyzing mail, buffering interruptions, initiating calls and composing correspondence; drafts written materials from general instructions, prepares reports and agenda items for the Board of Trustees meetings, and for administrative controls; maintains official and confidential files and records. Monitors office budget and maintain appropriate fiscal records; makes appointments and coordinates administrator's calendar.

Compiles and checks data and information for a wide variety of specialized projects; obtains information for insurance, contracts, service contracts, and similar processes; compiles data for governmental reports.

Coordinates activities with other offices, elicits cooperation and may assist other desks; cooperates with faculty, staff, students and general public by explaining procedures and guidelines; leads, coordinates the work of clerical staff; may supervise and trains student workers; may attend committee meetings and record minutes; may participate on committees; applies judgment in handling questions or problems in absence of administrator.

Positions in this class report to administrators in offices having the broadest College/District – wide, line and staff responsibilities. These positions apply technical, legal and policy procedures regularly, work under schedules and pressures, and maintain smooth and efficient operating relationships among several activities, and other offices and staff.

Some coordination of communications among secretarial and clerical classes in the offices subordinate to the administrator-in-charge is also an expected responsibility for this class.

Thorough Knowledge of: English grammar, spelling, filing, and arithmetic; modern office methods, procedures, terms and equipment; office management practices.

Good Knowledge of: principles and practices of training, supervision and coordination of office workers; principles or recordkeeping and data compilation; principles of public relations related to office operations.

Knowledge of: the State Education Code and District rules, regulations, and policies relating to the District's operation and administration.

Ability to: do a wide variety of difficult and complex office work involving independent judgement; adapt office procedures and details to changing needs and requirements; compile statistical data and information for reports; effectively meet the public in situations requiring tact, poise, and understanding; follow oral and written directions; read, understand, and apply and explain technical policies and materials; work cooperatively and effectively with instructors, administrators and public; organize an office involved in multiple programs; operate a variety of office equipment including personal computers and a variety of word processing/business applications.

Training and Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to one year of college level training in office management or a similar field; and five years of responsible office/secretarial experience, including one year of experience equivalent to Administrative Secretary in this District/College.

Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is one of the most established districts in the state and has been in operation for nearly 50 years. Located in the heart of Orange County, it is one of the largest of California's 72 community college districts, based on the number of credit and non-credit students. RSCCD encompasses 25 percent of Orange County's total area and serves a population of more than 700,000 residents in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Orange, Santa Ana, Villa Park, and portions of Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Tustin, and Yorba Linda. The District includes Santiago Canyon College and Santa Ana College, as well as the Centennial and Orange Continuing Education Centers, the Digital Media Center, Joint Powers Fire Training Center, the Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, the College and Workforce Preparation Center, and the District Operations Center. RSCCD's three (3) auxiliary Foundations are actively involved in supporting both community and campus programs.

The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is committed to the concept and principles of staff diversity and equal employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), marital status, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Applications from all persons interested in the position are encouraged.

In addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

Based on the information presented in the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and an oral interview.

Meeting the position's minimum requirements does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed the most competitive in the applicant pool.

Applicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of the interview. During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the following factors:

A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure the correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants should contact Recruitment in the Human Resources Office for assistance.

To ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete Rancho Santiago Community College District online application that includes the items listed below by the position's closing date. Recruitment will review all applications for completeness, and only complete application packets will be forwarded to the screening committee for further review. 

The selected candidate is required to complete the following before employment as part of the onboarding process: