Administrative Clerk I - Early Education at Merced County Office of Education
About the Employer
The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under direction of the assigned supervisor, the Administrative Clerk I is responsible for performing routine general clerical support duties following well-established policies and procedures. Work is focused on routine typing and data entry, receptionist duties, records maintenance, filing and retrieval of information.
Requirements / Qualifications
The following information must be received BEFORE the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position. (Missing any of these documents could disqualify your application) 1) Complete Ed-Join on-line application 2) Current Resume 3) OPTIONAL; Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (SIGNED and DATED within the last 18 months) Please carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. *Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit ALL required documentation before the deadline date will be considered to interviews.
Minimum qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: The position requires a high school diploma or recognized equivalent and 1 year of general office/clerical, keyboarding, filing and recordkeeping experience. CERTIFICATIONS/SKILLS: May require a valid California driver's license. If using personal vehicle in the course of employment, must have proof of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driving Record Printout (previously known as an H-6).
Requirements / Qualifications
The following information must be received BEFORE the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position. (Missing any of these documents could disqualify your application) 1) Complete Ed-Join on-line application 2) Current Resume 3) OPTIONAL; Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (SIGNED and DATED within the last 18 months) Please carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. *Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit ALL required documentation before the deadline date will be considered to interviews.
Minimum qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: The position requires a high school diploma or recognized equivalent and 1 year of general office/clerical, keyboarding, filing and recordkeeping experience. CERTIFICATIONS/SKILLS: May require a valid California driver's license. If using personal vehicle in the course of employment, must have proof of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driving Record Printout (previously known as an H-6).
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Application Deadline
11/12/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
11/2/2026
Contact
Melissa Reyes
209-381-6619
209-381-6619
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
22.54 - 25.86 Per Hour
22.54 - 25.86 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Maximum entry is step 3 @ $24.15 per hour
Length of Work Year
12 months per year, 8 hours per day (13 paid Holidays)
Employment Type
Full Time
PROGRAM & DEPARTMENT:
Early Learning Family Support - Early Education
LOCATION:
1850 Wardrobe Avenue, Merced
HOURS:
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (some evening and weekend, as necessary)
PREVENT YOUR APPLICATION FROM BEING DISQUALIFIED:
Screening is based on information provided on the application. Read the position announcement CAREFULLY! Complete the application THOROUGHLY and be SPECIFIC. AVOID using "VARIES", "ON CALL", "SEE RESUME" or SIMILAR VAGUE LANGUAGE. Give DETAILED INFORMATION. Carefully review attached job description. Submit all required, additional documents as specified.
MCOE EMPLOYEES:
Qualified, permanent employees will be considered first. (Internal Only Employees)
FOR ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR ED-JOIN APPLICATION
If you are experiencing difficulty submitting your Ed-Join application or scanning and attaching documents, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
PC #
497