What are the responsibilities and job description for the ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II position at City of Torrance?
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The Position
Administrative Assistants play a key role in supporting a department's mission to provide a superior level of public service and interdepartmental support in the most practical and competent manner possible. As a key ambassador to the department’s mission, this position is critical in its contributions to productivity. This position performs advanced administrative and clerical duties requiring independent judgement and discretion and may provide training and/or direction to less experienced office support staff.
The Administrative Assistant II position is utilized throughout multiple departments in the City. The current vacancy is in the Public Works Departments!For more information about the duties of an Administrative Assistant II, please click here.
*Note: The Eligible List (list for hire) resulting from this recruitment will be valid for six months and will be used to fill future vacant Administrative Assistant II positions in any Department.Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and three (3) years of experience performing general clerical and customer service work requiring the use of a personal computer and other standard office equipment; specialized training in office skills and effective use of standard office software is highly desirable.
License and/or Certificates
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License and safe driving record may be required for assignment to some positions in the classification.
Successful candidates will possess the following:
- Strong attention to detail;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Proven track record of handling confidential matters with a high level of discretion;
- Applies specialized knowledge and technical skills to accomplish work objectives;
- Exceptional customer service skills, with a proven ability to address and resolve customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback efficiently and empathetically;
- Demonstrated ability to work well in high pressure situations and effectively handle multiple projects and constantly shifting priorities
Application period will open on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:30 a.m. Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. The application submission period will close on May 7, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components:
Written Exam: Weighted 40% (Tentatively scheduled for May 19, 2025)
Oral Exam: Weighted 60% (Tentatively scheduled for June 4, 2025)
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The City of Torrance Conflict of Interest Code requires that employees in this classification file an annual Financial Disclosure Statement. Information about this requirement may be obtained from the City Clerk's office.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 before the test date.
As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!
Salary : $3,858 - $5,429
