Clerical Assistant - NextUp 

Salary: $50,170.00 - $67,142.00 Annually

Job Type: Classified - Full-time

Job Number: 7029-c-08/25

Closing: 9/16/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Visalia, CA

Department: EOP&S

Division: 

General Description

Under the direction of the EOPS/CARE/NextUp Director, the Clerical Assistant will perform a variety of clerical duties within the NextUp/EOPS department including the interpretation, application and modification of existing procedures and methods; type, file, maintain records and provide information and assistance regarding programs, procedures and activities of assigned program or office. The NextUp Clerical Assistant will also assist NextUp and EOPS students with questions, provide support for the NextUp computer lab/center, and be able to work independently and/or as a team member.

This position is assigned to the Visalia Campus, Full-Time 12-month position.

Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. 

May require some occasional evening coverage 

Initial placement is at $50,170. 

College of the Sequoias Community College District serves a diverse community of learners and is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution. COS provides a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, career and technical programs for our students. We are dedicated to recruiting employees who are committed to helping a diverse population of students achieve their educational goals. We seek candidates who exhibit an understanding and commitment to the community college mission, and who have a passion for student success 

Job Duties

Job duties of the NextUp Clerical Assistant include:

• Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of an assigned program or office; type, file, process mail, answer phones and maintain records as assigned.

• Maintain a variety of records, files and logs; sort, classify and post information and documents; prepare new file folders according to established guidelines.

• Type a wide variety of materials from rough drafts or oral instructions; distribute as appropriate.

• Compile and tabulate statistical data; compile information from various sources and prepare appropriate forms; list, abstract or summarize data.

• Review documents for accuracy and completeness so they conform to standards.

• Greet students, visitors and others, and provide information and assistance regarding programs, procedures and activities of assigned function or area; provide forms and assistance in their completion as appropriate.

• Utilize the District's integrated software in performing the required duties of the position.

• Operate a variety of office machines and equipment including typewriter, copier, computer terminal, fax, and telephone.

• Assist students with a variety of information and materials in support of an assigned program and general College information.

• Receive, open and distribute mail.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience): 

Any combination equivalent to:

• Graduation from high school.

• Formal computer training.

• One year of clerical experience.

Working Conditions

Environment

• Office environment.

• Constant interruptions.

Physical Abilities

• Ability to hear and speak to communicate with students/public.

• Ability to see to read documents.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended period of time.

• Ability to reach in all directions.

• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer and office equipment

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic policies, procedures and activities related to an assigned program or function.

• Operation of standard office machines and equipment.

• Basic word processing skills.

• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.

• Record-keeping techniques.

• Telephone techniques and etiquette.

• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Ability to:

• Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of an assigned program or office.

• Operate a variety of office machines and equipment including typewriter, copier, computer terminal, Dictaphone, telephone switchboard console and postage meter as required.

• Complete assignments with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrate sound judgment in the application and interpretation of existing methods and procedures.

• Type at 40 words net per minute from clear copy.

• Learn to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

• Maintain records and prepare reports.

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Application Procedure

To be considered applicants must submit ALL of the following required material before or by the filing deadline:

• An online job application.

• Letter of interest, which addresses how the applicant's experience and/or education enables him/her to be able to perform the job duties.

• Resume

• Unofficial copies of transcripts of all college/university work. Official transcripts required upon employment. Note: Applicants who have completed college or university course work at an institution outside of the United States that is not a post-secondary institution accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the US Department of Education or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents by either NACES or AICE.

Recruitment Analyst: Nancy Yanes 559-737-4886 or mailto:nancyy@cos.edu

College of the Sequoias does not sponsor H-1B Visas

The Sequoias Community College District is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to prohibiting unlawful discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, ancestry, age (40 and above), religious creed, religion, political belief or affiliation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, mental or physical disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status, medical condition, military and veteran status, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. 

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6517095 

COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The College of the Sequoias Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity and are not subject to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, gender, color, language, accent, citizenship status, ancestry national origin, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, parental status, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics. 

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