STUDENT EMPLOYMENT POOL

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring for part-time temporary clerical support positions in Oakland, California. Responsibilities include a variety of administrative duties with flexible hours typically between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Candidates should have clerical experience, proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, and strong communication skills. The positions are on an as-needed basis, offering varied assignments and responsibilities in a supportive environment.

Skills

Previous clerical experience

Experience with electronic calendars/scheduling

Effective written and interpersonal communication skills

Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Computer

Standard office machines and equipment

Job description

Job Title

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT POOL

Position Information

• Time Base: Temporary, as Needed
• Compensation: Varies with position and salary schedule.
• Position Type: Classified
• Department: Human Resources-Personnel (135)
• City: Oakland
• State: CA

Job Description Summary

Part‑time temporary clerical support positions available. Length of assignments will vary and are on an as needed basis. Daily work hours are variable, typically between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday‑through‑Friday.

Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities vary depending on position.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications vary depending on position/job title.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous clerical experience in an office setting
• Experience with electronic calendars/scheduling
• Effective written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient computer and basic software skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Organizational skills
• Customer service skills

Environmental Demands

• Occasional work performed alone
• Constant work around and with people

Other Requirements

• Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and climbing stairs
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 15 lbs.
• Occasional pushing and pulling up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional twisting of body
• Occasional use of manual dexterity
• Occasional use of tactile acuity
• Occasional use of visual acuity from a distance, with depth, and for color
• Frequent work at a rapid pace
• Frequent reaching, high, low, and level
• Frequent audio acuity at all ranges, including speech
• Frequent visual acuity for reading
• Constant sitting
• Constant use of clear oral communication
• Flexibility or ability to respond to multiple demands

Tools & Equipment Used

• Computer
• Standard office machines and equipment
• Equipment that may be specific to an assigned discipline/functional area

Application Information

• Open Date: 01/28/2026

Conditions of Employment

• Employees must satisfy all pre‑employment requirements to work for the District, including TB examination, fingerprinting, immigration verification, Social Security card submission, and, where applicable, a medical examination.

EEO Statement

The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or genetic information, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veterans status, status with regards to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in any of its policies, procedures or practices.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to the Office of Human Resources by calling (510) 466‑7283.

Benefits Information

Benefits information is provided separately and is not included in this description.