Office Assistant II - Tehama County, CA : Job Details

Salary : $1,379.20 - $1,676.80 Biweekly Location : Tehama County, CA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2025-00201 Department: Health Services Agency Opening Date: 07/24/2025 Closing Date: 8/8/2025 5:00 PM Pacific Description Are you looking for a fulfilling opportunity to support our community and make a difference in the lives of the citizens of Tehama County? The Health Services Agency is hiring one new support staff team member for our Health Services Team! Bilingual Incentive pay is 7.5% above the Office Assistant II salary. About the Position : The Office Assistant II will help Tehama County residents connect with programs supporting Health Services Agency divisions, such as Behavioral Health, Substance Use Recovery Services, the Medical Clinic, and Public Health. Applicants qualifying for an Office Assistant II (OA II) level will have completed twelfth grade and have coursework or practical experience in office support involving customer service and contact with the public or higher level coursework in office or business practices. Other relevant personal traits include a strong sense of responsibility with the ability to manage time effectively. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaboration and problem solving. We seek to hire individuals who are caring and committed to a healthy community. Examples of DutiesRequired Knowledge of:

• Modern office practices, methods, and equipment, including computer equipment.
• Techniques for dealing effectively with and providing a high level of customer service to all individuals contacted in the course of work.

Skills in:

• Responding to and effectively prioritizing multiple phone calls and other requests for service.
• Performing responsible clerical support work with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.
• Scheduling and coordinating projects; setting priorities; adapting to changing priorities; meeting critical time deadlines.
• Bilingual Candidates: Translates, interprets and otherwise communicates with members of the Spanish speaking community.

To review the entire classification specification, click hereEducation, Experience & LicensesRequired Education:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• One (1) year of office support experience involving customer service and contact with the public or higher level coursework in office or business practices.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

License & Special Requirements:

• Requires a valid California driver's license.
• Current, less than 1 year old, typing certificate.

Bilingual Candidates: • Must pass a Merit Systems Services written and/or oral bilingual proficiency test (or other appropriate test selected by the County) to qualify. Recruitment Information The department is currently recruiting for multiple vacancies. In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for an Office Assistant II or Office Assistant II - Bilingual, as well as, subsequent vacancies, which occur during the life of the eligibility list. Testing Dates: August 11-13, 2025. Testing will be provided via email. Tentative Interview Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Bilingual Incentive pay is 7.5% above the Office Assistant II salary. New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step. In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended. Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For questions about this recruitment contact: Osmara Herrera 530-###-#### I All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE NOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES. *Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work. This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit. SALARY:

• Annual salary step increases based upon satisfactory performance and completion of one year of employment (Step A to E).

HEALTH:

• Approximately 80% of the premium for medical, dental, and vision plan is paid by the County (EPO Plan). The plan covers the employee and all eligible dependents at NO ADDITIONAL COST!
• Employee premiums are $234.54 per month as of January 1, 2025 for employee and all eligible dependents.

PAID LEAVES:

• Benefits also include an annual paid leave plan of
  • 96 hours of vacation (increases upon continuous years of service)
  • 96 hours of sick leave
  • 14 paid holidays plus one 8 hour personal holiday

LIFE INSURANCE:

• Approximately 80% of the premium for a $30,000 life insurance plan for the employee is paid for by the County.

RETIREMENT:

• A retirement plan through CalPERS.
  • CalPERS Formulas:
    • Classic member = 2% @ 55
    • New Member = 2% @ 62
• A Deferred Compensation retirement plan option with a County match of up to a maximum of $60 per month.

ASSISTANCE & PROGRAMS:

• Employee Assistance Program: Provided to all employees and employee's family members at no cost.
• LiveHealth Online: Access to a medical provider 24/7 from the comfort of your home at NO COST!
• Lark: Diabetes Prevention Program
• Livongo: Diabetes Management Program
• Hinge Health: Lower Back & Joint Pain Program
• Carrum Health: Enhanced Surgery Benefits Program
• Assist to Own: Down Payment Assistance Program

01 What is your highest level of education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

02 Please indicate your experience with office support, involving customer service and contact with the public.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience
• 3 or more years of experience

03 If you indicated having experience with office support, involving customer service and contact with the public, please describe how you gained this experience. 04 Have you taken higher level coursework in office or business practices?

• Yes
• No

05 Do you have a valid, non-expired California Driver's License or can you obtain one within 6 months?

• Yes
• No

06 Please indicate your bilingual proficiency level in Spanish.

• Non-Bilingual
• Speak Only
• Speak, read and write

Required Question