General Laborer - Grants HEP/CAMP

West Hills College; Coalinga (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated General Laborer to support various clerical tasks. This temporary role involves engaging with students and staff, ensuring smooth office operations, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills and organizational abilities, contributing positively to the college environment. This position offers a flexible schedule of up to 25 hours per week, perfect for those looking to balance work and other commitments while gaining valuable experience in an educational setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and greet the public.
• Prepare and type correspondence and reports.
• Monitor office supplies and notify supervisor.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal relations

Organizational skills

Record-keeping techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer and software applications

Job description

West Hills Community College District

General Laborer - Grants HEP/CAMP

$16.50 per hour
Up to 25 hours per week
Temporary Employment

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Director, perform a wide variety of complex clerical and typing duties involving frequent and responsible contact with employees and the general public.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

1. Arrive consistently punctual and prepared to work.
2. Maintain regular attendance and comply with the attendance record policy.
3. Demonstrate a positive attitude and behavior.
4. Present an appropriate appearance.
5. Exhibit good interpersonal relations.
6. Complete tasks effectively.
7. Relate sensitively to all employees.
8. Answer telephones, greet the public, and provide information.
9. Operate computer terminal and incorporate software applications.
10. Schedule appointments.
11. Process incoming and outgoing mail; duplicate, file, and distribute materials as appropriate.
12. Prepare and type correspondence, forms, reports, and a variety of other materials, type from oral direction, or rough copy or notes.
13. Monitor office supplies and equipment; notify supervisor of low inventory status or maintenance issues.
14. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Operations, procedures, and rules of the office environment.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Computer and software applications.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

ABILITY TO

• Follow oral and written directions.
• Learn to interpret specific rules and policies and apply them in a variety of office situations.
• Sit or stand for extended periods.
• Work with confidentiality.
• Speak in public, making presentations to various group sizes and levels of abilities.
• Organizational and follow-up skills.
• Learn and apply knowledge of schedules, procedures, and the use of equipment and supplies used in an office work environment.
• Perform duties within an office environment with constant interruptions.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse backgrounds of community college students.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED.

REQUIRED MATERIALS

1. Online District Application
2. Resume

*Incomplete applications will not be accepted. It is the candidates' responsibility to ensure the application packet is complete.*

SELECTION PROCESS

Depending on the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a qualifications screening by a committee. Those demonstrating the strongest backgrounds related to the position will be invited to interview.

West Hills Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, or covered veteran's status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.