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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.
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Join our team!
Consider a career with the City of Simi Valley!
- Do you love working in an office environment, utilizing computer systems, organizing, problem-solving, and providing administrative support to others?
- Are you a multi-tasker that can manage competing deadlines while remaining professional in a high-stress environment?
- Do you have a positive attitude and are detail-oriented? Can you work independently and stay organized?
Then we want to talk to you!
Details:
- Full-time regular position, alternative 9/80 work schedule with Friday off
- Salary ranges below with Excellent Benefits (see below)
- Office Specialist I: $19.45 - $24.70
- Office Specialist II: $21.34 - $27.23
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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:
Office Specialist I
Education/Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized secretarial training.
Experience: One year of responsible administrative support experience.
Office Specialist II
Education/Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized secretarial training.
Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible administrative support experience comparable to an Office Specialist II with the City of Simi Valley
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position must be dependable and have a strong work ethic, be a quick learner, work well under pressure, and pay close attention to detail.
The candidate must also be able to maintain confidentiality and neutrality and carry themselves in a positive and professional manner.
Key skills would be proficiency in Word and Excel, the ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently with competing deadlines, and possessing data entry and filing system knowledge.
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:
- 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; 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. After the City contribution of $151 per month and up to $2,126.52 per month in “Simiflex Dollars,” Health insurance costs the employee $0 to $397.74 per month for family coverage depending on plan chosen. “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.
- 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 MHN.
- Optional Insurance from AFLAC: Available plans include accident, cancer, hospital and critical care.
- Paid Leave:
- 208 hours 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
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Click apply and attach a current resume! You only need to complete the boxes on the application marked with a star/asterisk (*). The most qualified candidates will be invited to the next steps in our hiring process.
This recruitment is open until filled or when 50 applications are received; the first review of applications will occur on 05/12/2023.
Selection Process: Candidates who possess the best combination of qualifications will be invited by e-mail to the next steps in our process.
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.
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