Administrative Assistant - Classified Personnel - 8 hrs/day, 5 days/wk, 12 month position - Great Benefits including retirement! at Eureka City Schools
About the Employer
Welcome to Eureka City Schools: A Place to Learn, Lead, and Grow Thank you for your interest in becoming part of Eureka City Schools (ECS)—a district where every learner, every day is engaged, empowered, and future-ready. We are at an exciting crossroads, moving boldly toward a future where competency-based education replaces one-size-fits-all learning. Here, progress is measured by mastery and meaningful growth, not seat time. We're building environments where every learner—students and staff alike—can flourish with personalized support, innovation, and purpose. Who We Are: Our Mission and Core Values At ECS, we are driven by a shared mission: Every Learner, Every Day: Engaged, Empowered, and Future-Ready. Our work is grounded in the following core values: Accountability – We act with integrity and follow through on our commitments. Empathy – We listen with compassion and foster understanding. Communication – We prioritize open, respectful, and honest dialogue. Innovation – We seek creative solutions to improve learning and engagement. Resilience – We approach challenges with grit and a growth mindset. Guiding Principles for Learning We believe that: Learning is learner-centered and personalized. Belonging fosters growth—students learn best when they feel safe and seen. Equity means access—all learners deserve support tailored to their needs. Growth comes through effort, not perfection. Relevance drives engagement—learning should be joyful, authentic, and connected to life. This commitment doesn’t stop with students. We extend these beliefs to every employee, creating a workplace where innovation, development, and excellence are supported every step of the way. Equity and Inclusion at the Core Eureka City Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a diverse staff helps all learners thrive. Discrimination in any form—based on race, religion, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, or any protected category—is not tolerated. Our policies are guided by Title IX, Section 504, and other civil rights protections.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Explore a rewarding job in education by working behind the scenes as the Administrative Assistant - Classified for Eureka City Schools in beautiful Humboldt County, CA. The Administrative Assistant position is 8 hrs/day, 5 days/wk, 12 mos/year, and receives a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, sick leave, vacation, and the CalPERS Retirement Program. The job of Administrative Assistant - Classified Personnel is done for the purpose/s of ensuring that personnel procedures conform to district policies; providing a wide variety of complex secretarial support to the assigned administrator; maintaining records of employee status; and processing applicants including recruitment, selection, and salary placement of classified personnel. Please see the job description for additional details. Site: District Office Hours: 8 hrs/day, 5 days/wk, 12-month position, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Salary placements are usually made at the beginning of the salary range for candidates that are not currently employed by Eureka City Schools.
Requirements / Qualifications
Interested applicants should include the following with their EdJoin application: Cover Letter Resume 3 Recent Letters of Recommendation Valid California Driver's LIcense (submitted upon job offer) DOJ/FBI Fingerprint Clearance (completed upon job offer) Please see job description for a complete list of requirements.
Requirements / Qualifications
Interested applicants should include the following with their EdJoin application: Cover Letter Resume 3 Recent Letters of Recommendation Valid California Driver's LIcense (submitted upon job offer) DOJ/FBI Fingerprint Clearance (completed upon job offer) Please see job description for a complete list of requirements.
Comments and Other Information
This is a CONFIDENTIAL position and is not eligible to be represented by a bargaining unit. This position is under the direct supervision of the Executive Director of Personnel and Public Relations.
All applicants must submit a completed Eureka City Schools “Classified” application form, either via this edjoin website, or a "Classified" application can be found at www.eurekacityschools.org. Please submit your application through the edjoin system whenever possible. If you do not complete the edjoin application and use the application from the Eureka City Schools website, please email the completed Classified application to graneyj@eurekacityschools.org. Please also include a Cover Letter, Resume, and three (3) Letters of Recommendation.
A skills test will be given as part of the screening process.
First review of applications: 7/12/24
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, and in order to serve our community at the highest level of quality, we welcome all applicants of our richly diverse community and state. It is the policy of Eureka City Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, medical condition or other protected disability, marital status, sex, age, or any other unlawful basis in its education programs, activities, or in its employment practices. It is the policy of the District to follow the requirements of Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable laws and regulations.
Comments and Other Information
This is a CONFIDENTIAL position and is not eligible to be represented by a bargaining unit. This position is under the direct supervision of the Executive Director of Personnel and Public Relations.
All applicants must submit a completed Eureka City Schools “Classified” application form, either via this edjoin website, or a "Classified" application can be found at www.eurekacityschools.org. Please submit your application through the edjoin system whenever possible. If you do not complete the edjoin application and use the application from the Eureka City Schools website, please email the completed Classified application to graneyj@eurekacityschools.org. Please also include a Cover Letter, Resume, and three (3) Letters of Recommendation.
A skills test will be given as part of the screening process.
First review of applications: 7/12/24
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, and in order to serve our community at the highest level of quality, we welcome all applicants of our richly diverse community and state. It is the policy of Eureka City Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, medical condition or other protected disability, marital status, sex, age, or any other unlawful basis in its education programs, activities, or in its employment practices. It is the policy of the District to follow the requirements of Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable laws and regulations.
Application Deadline
7/12/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/2/2024
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$202.88 - $296.88 Daily
$202.88 - $296.88 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Salary placements are usually made at the beginning of the salary range for candidates that are not currently employed by Eureka City Schools.
Length of Work Year
12 months/yr
Employment Type
Full Time