8/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted 8/13/2025 Contact Human Resources714-808-4810 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range
6,154 - 7,430 Monthly Length of Work Year See Position Description Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print
Administrative Assistant III
North Orange County Community College District
Position Number: 2015857P
Location: Fullerton College
Department: FC Friends of Fullerton College
Percentage of Employment: 100%
Months of Employment: 12 Months Per Year
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.)
Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Performs advanced administrative duties independently at the direction of the head of a functional activity within a college or District; manages daily activities to assure efficient operations; provides information to departments, personnel, students and the public on the phone and in person; answers questions and resolves problems requiring specialized and extensive knowledge of assigned area.
Prepares and maintains class schedules, staff assignments, room assignments, textbook orders, audio-visual, computer equipment, and associated paperwork; assists instructors with preparation of curriculum, forms, applications, and testing materials; ensures classrooms and instructional areas are maintained; assists with probationary tenure reviews; may provide assistance in prerequisite clearance for registration.
Plans and organizes special projects, committees, receptions and events as assigned; maintains calendar of activities, events and special meetings; schedules appointments and meetings; prepares agenda items and materials as required; attends meetings and transcribes and distributes minutes. Serve as a liaison with internal and external partners as appropriate in the execution of assigned responsibilities.
Assists in the compilation and preparation of budgets; maintains department expenditures and budgets; approves expenditures within established guidelines; calculates and submits time sheets; responds to inquiries regarding financial issues.
Maintains a variety of complex records of confidential nature including information regarding Board, District, personnel, student, or controversial matters; inputs and retrieves computerized data as required. Develops, maintains and updates specialized and custom forms, databases, logs, files, schedules, lists, certificates, records and reports to support work processes in areas of assigned responsibility. Reviews information, identifies discrepancies and completes analysis to resolve appropriately. Completes analysis and manipulation of data to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable policy and regulations.
Composes and prepares correspondence independently; formats presentations and reports; develops and revises schedules and forms; compiles and prepares complex and difficult statistical and narrative reports from a variety of sources; greets visitors and directs to appropriate personnel; initiates and answers telephone calls; screens and directs calls; receives, opens, prioritizes, and routes mail.
Orders supplies and equipment and prepares purchase requisitions; tracks orders to assure delivery and payment; processes facilities maintenance requests.
Provides functional work direction to other administrative support staff in area of assignment. Trains and provides work direction and guidance to others as directed.
Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Primary Purpose:
PRIMARY PURPOSE
This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of comprehensive, complex, and specialized administrative duties to support the head of a functional activity within a college or District; and managing office functions to assure efficient operations. This requires specialized knowledge in the functional area supported (e.g. financial aid, student services, health services, various instructional areas, and any other departments).
Working Relationships:
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
The Administrative Assistant III maintains frequent contact with various District departments and personnel, faculty, students and the public.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives
Knowledge of applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws
Knowledge of organization, policies, and rules of assigned department or program
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment
Knowledge of record-keeping techniques
Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures
Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
Knowledge of various computer software applications
Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately
Ability to type at 60 wpm from clear copy
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment such as calculator, computer, copier, etc.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
Ability to work independently with little direction
Ability to complete work efficiently with many interruptions
Ability to work confidentially with discretion
Ability to meet schedules and time lines
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to understand scope of authority in making independent decisions
Ability to review situations accurately and determine appropriate action according to established guidelines
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Special Requirements:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires a valid driver’s license. Incumbent may be required to travel off site for business reasons. All employees driving personal, leased, or district-owned vehicles for District related activities must certify possession of a valid Driver’s License. Employees must certify that personal vehicles are covered by automobile insurance as required by California law. (Administrative Procedure 7400, Section 4.0) If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide your valid Driver’s License information. Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.
Coursework must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.
Minimum Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED , one (1) year of college-level course work in office administration, business, office technology, information technology or closely related field.
Minimum four (4) years of administrative experience; may be supplemented by applicable college courses.
Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.
Desirable Qualifications:
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated experience providing high-level administrative support in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with donor database systems or CRM platforms (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce).
Knowledge of fundraising, gift processing, and/or nonprofit administration is highly desirable.
Experience working in educational non-profit organizations and/or start-up companies, with the adaptability and resourcefulness to navigate evolving priorities.
Competence in creating and editing digital content, including flyers, newsletters, and social media posts.
Demonstrated experience integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into the duties and responsibilities for this position.
Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.
Working Conditions:
WORKING CONDITIONS
College or District office environment; subject to constant interruptions and frequent interaction with others; sitting for long periods at a time (up to 2-3 hours); repetitive use of upper extremities including hand coordination activities.
Salary Range: $6,154 - $7,430 Per Month
Open Date: 08/12/2025
Close Date: 08/26/2025
Special Instructions Summary: SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY
Work Schedule: District employees can apply for the Flexible/Hybrid Work Program, working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in-person each week. Approval and number of in-person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.
This is a classified position subject to a one-year probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.
The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within eight (8) months.
To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”.
The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3) and will be requested at the finalist and/or offer of employment phase of the hiring process.
All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
Minimum Qualifications – Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full time). Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (Example: Twelve (12) months of part time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full time).
Minimum Qualifications – Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on a legible unofficial transcript.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.
Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or coursework are required. See our website https://www.nocccd.edu/plans-policies-procedures/minimum-qualifications-instructors-academic-administrators for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.
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