Office Assistant

Category Clerical/Administrative Support
Region Ventura County
Job Type Full-Time
Close Date Until filled or until 50 applicants
Salary $19.26-$24.47 Hourly
Additional Questionnaires Pre-qualification and Supplemental
About Simi Valley The City of Simi Valley, home of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, was incorporated in 1969. It is a General Law City with a Council/Manager form of government. Simi Valley encompasses an area of 39 square miles and is located in the southeast portion of Ventura County. The current estimated population is 126,878, yet Simi Valley maintains a unique balance of open space and City amenities.


Outdoor recreation includes over a dozen beautiful parks, camping and picnic spots, tennis courts, two golf courses and one of the largest equestrian trail systems in the United States. Boating and other water sporting activities are only 60 to 90 minutes away in Ventura and Santa Barbara. The City of Los Angeles is less than an hour away.


Excellent community facilities provide service to Simi Valley residents. The City has one general hospital, 47 religious institutions, one library, one Cultural Arts Center, three newspapers, one radio station, 24 financial institutions, 21 elementary schools, three middle schools, and four high schools. Four community colleges and four universities are also within commuting distance.
Location 3050 Los Angeles Avenue Simi Valley, 93065
Description We are excited to announce an excellent career opportunity working at our Cultural Arts Center.
Do you enjoy working in the live entertainment field and meeting new people? Are you a motivator and trainer and like working with volunteers? Do you like to problem solve and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you creative and like working on live entertainment events? Then we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Details:
Salary range from $19.26 - $24.47 with Excellent Benefits (see below) The position is a regular full-time position and requires working weekends, evenings and some holidays For the full job description and minimum qualifications, click on the link: Minimum Qualifications for consideration: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience: One year of general clerical experience related to assigned area and at a level comparable to an Office Assistant I with the City.

Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in managing all daily functions of a performing arts box office utilizing a computerized ticketing system; concessions operations; coordinating volunteers, volunteer schedules, and front of house; recruiting, training, and motivating volunteers; basic and complex accounting functions, cash handling and reconciliation, credit card compliance, and report preparation; creating and distributing various pre and post event emails or campaigns; providing support on marketing and social media campaigns; providing administrative support in a busy office; operating office equipment including computers and supporting software (Microsoft Word, Excel, QuickBooks, and PowerPoint); and possessing or acquiring knowledge of ADA regulations and standards.
Further, the ideal candidate should possess excellent written and verbal communications skills; strong customer services skills fostering a connection to box office patrons; excellent organizational skills; and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities; is highly motivated; flexible; a strategic thinker and problem solver; and has initiative.

Benefits We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package in which medical is fully paid for most plans (including family coverage) as specified in the current employee group contract, a full calendar of employee appreciation events and activities, and many additional benefits including:
Retirement/Pension : 2% @ 55 CalPERS formula for Classic members (includes Individuals who were active members of a reciprocal public retirement system within the last six months, or were previously employed with the City of Simi Valley and enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013), 4th Level Survivor Benefit, and single-highest year final compensation. 2% @ 62 CalPERS formula for New members, 4th Level Survivor Benefit, and three-year average highest final compensation. 457(b) plan with a Roth option; City contribution of $20 per paycheck and match up to $50 per paycheck. The City does not participate in the Social Security system; therefore, there is no FICA deduction from wages except for Medicare hospital insurance protection. Health Insurance : Coverage available as early as 1st of the month following start date. A variety of PPO and HMO plans are available through the CalPERS Health Program. The City contributes $157 per month and up to $2,262.44 per month in "Simiflex Dollars," towards the cost of medical. "Simiflex Dollars" can be used to offset the cost of medical, dental, and/or vision insurance, or other optional benefits. Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts are also available. Prescription Drug Plan: Major retail options and mail order program. Paid Dental Insurance : After the City contribution of up to $90.02 per month, Dental insurance from Delta Dental costs the employee $0 per month for family coverage depending on plan chosen. Vision Insurance : After the City contribution of $21.00 per month, Vision insurance from VSP costs the employee $1.46 per month for family coverage. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and referral service to help employees and their household members resolve personal problems, provided by Aetna. Optional Insurance from AFLAC: Available plans include accident, cancer, hospital and critical care. Paid Leave : 208 hours (26, 8-hour days) per year of paid time off (one bank of time that combines vacation and sick leave) which has the option to be cashed out. Accruals increase at 5 years and 10 years of service. 11 paid holidays per year and one floating holiday per year. Employee & Dependent Life Insurance Plans provided at City expense. Tuition Reimbursement : Up to $1,600 per year. Alternative Work Schedules: Many positions offer a 9/80 schedule with alternative Monday or Friday off. This information is intended to give an overview of the benefits available to City employees. It is not intended to be a contract (expressed or implied), nor is it intended to otherwise create any legally enforceable obligations on the part of the City, its agents or its employees.
Special Instructions All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a background investigation and may also include a pre-employment physical and/or drug screen. Ready to apply?
Click apply and attach a current resume ! The most qualified candidates will be invited to the next steps in our hiring process.
Selection Process: Candidates who possess the best combination of qualifications for this process will be rated by their responses to the supplemental questions. During the rating process, the rater(s) will not have access to your name, application or resume. You are solely rated on your supplemental responses, so please be detailed as possible. The eligibility list for hire will be determined by the supplemental questions.
This recruitment is open until filled or when 50 applications are received; first review of applications will be on May 31, 2024. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must submit form DD214.
Reasonable Accommodation: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing.

City of Simi Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer Encouraging Workforce Diversity.
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