SANTA MARIA BONITA-SCHOOL DISTRICT
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
708 S. MILLER STREET
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
(805) 361-8127
OFFICE AUTOMATION SPECIALIST
(Escape, Digital Schools Suite Plus)
Deadline to apply: 4:00 pm, Friday, November 20, 2015 or until sufficient applications
Classified Applications are available at www.smbsd.org, or at the Santa Maria-Bonita School District Human Resources Office, 708 South Miller Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (805) 928-1783 ext. 8127
POSITION: The Office Automation Specialist will provide technical services and hardware service calls; Assist in revision, formulation and implementation of record management systems, including Oracle, SQL, dBase IV, Word Perfect, Microsoft Office and student attendance systems; May perform lead functions within a specialized record management system, which may include the preparation of technical and complex reports; Prepare system input data for computer-based systems and analyze, verify, and reconcile output reports. Knowledge of methods, procedures and terminology and techniques pertaining to personnel and payroll record management is desirable.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Any combination equivalent to completion of two years of college coursework in management information systems or a closely related field, supplemented by training and coursework in office automation, business organization and planning, information systems, or closely related fields.
SALARY: $4,150.36 per month SCHEDULE: 8 hours per day.
BENEFITS: Paid health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and PERS retirement (employer/employee contributions); paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation
SUBMIT:
Ø Application
Ø Verification of level of education (a copy of your degree or college transcripts)
Ø DMV printout (issued within the past 30 days)
The DMV printout and verification of level of education must be attached to the application in order for the application to be considered.
Ø Letters of recommendation (optional)
Ø Resume (optional)
SELECTION PROCESS: After the application deadline date, applications are reviewed to determine those candidates who meet position qualifications. A three-step evaluation process follows: 1) Written Test 2) Oral Interview 3) Task-oriented “hands-on” exercise. All candidates will be notified in writing or by telephone regarding his/her status.
PRIOR TO HIRE: Prior to start in a position, the District will obtain verification of the applicant’s freedom from tuberculosis; fingerprint the individual for processing by State and Federal agencies and receive the agencies’ report; and obtain a physical examination. (District paid)
Applicants should be aware that the Santa Maria-Bonita School District has an agency shop and that should you be employed you will be required to join the California School Employees Association, which is the bargaining unit for classified employees.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Santa Maria-Bonita School District. You may contact the Human Resources Department at 928-1783 x8127 for further information.
TITLE IX – EQUAL EDUCATION / EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Santa Maria-Bonita School District
OFFICE AUTOMATION SPECIALIST
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF JOB
Under the direct supervision of an assigned Administrator, perform specialized clerical functions, coordinate the computerized plan and database programs, maintain statistical records, and other related work as required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform functions including, but not limited to, scheduling and conducting computer inservice on district supported software and hardware, technical services, and hardware service calls; assist in revision, formulation, and implementation of record management systems and procedures; may perform lead functions within a specialized record management system, which may include the preparation of technical and complex reports E; prepare and verify the accuracy and completeness of files, records, and reports; prepare system input data for computer-based systems and analyze, verify, and reconcile output reports; may interpret and provide information regarding routine legal mandates, policies, regulations, and operational guidelines to district personnel E; provide technical information to county, state and federal agencies; perform basic database programming to automate file building and report generation for departments and school sites; modify and enhance software programs to meet user's needs; answer questions on use of software, analyze problems and recommend solutions, and assist district staff with problems involving computer systems; operate all business office machines and equipment; and other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Principles and techniques of programming for data processing;
Use, capacity, characteristics and limitations of computers and related equipment;
Database management systems, Word Perfect, Microsoft Office, Oracle, SQL, and dBase IV;
Methods, practices and procedures of record management systems;
Operation of computer-assisted record management systems;
Modern office practices, procedures, and techniques;
Organization and planning methods.
Ability to:
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: Completion of two years college study in management information systems or a closely related field, supplemented by training and coursework in office automation, business organization and planning, information systems, or closely related fields; and training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position, which includes a minimum of two years of increasingly responsible experience in an information systems environment.
Board approved: