Administrative Services Assistant II

Job Description:

Administrative Services Assistant II

Description

The Position

Contra Costa County is recruiting to fill several vacancies and establish an eligible list for Administrative Services Assistant II. This position performs administrative staff and administrative technical work in an operating department, conducts studies of methods and procedures relating to departmental program and management operations, and does related work as required.

While Administrative Services Assistant II is a county-wide position, there are currently four (4 vacancies throughout Contra Costa County. One (1) vacancy in the Animal Services Department, one (1) vacancy in Public Works, one (1) vacancy in the Office of the Sheriff, and one (1) vacancy in the Health Services IT.

Why join Contra Costa County?
Contra Costa County is located in northern California and covers about 733 square miles. It stretches from the northeastern shore of San Francisco Bay to the San Joaquin River. The county has a population of just over 1 million, making it one of the top ten most populous counties in California. It's known for being home to one of the most diverse populations in the state, both culturally and economically.

Working for Contra Costa County gives you the opportunity to serve and improve the lives of the local community. The county provides essential services such as public safety, healthcare, social services, and infrastructure development. Working for the county can be a rewarding experience as it allows individuals to make a positive impact on their community and contribute to the betterment of society. Additionally, Contra Costa County offers competitive salaries, good benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable and can work without supervision.
• An innovative problem solver and able to identify, analyze, and solve problems.
• Personable, can work with a team of professionals, and interact professionally with others.
• Accountable. You will be responsible for the work product of a team.
• Flexible and cooperative.
• Able to access, understand, and follow county and department rules and regulations.

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Collecting and analyzing data.
• Applying data to department decision-making.
• Working with Evidence-Based Programming.
• Program evaluation and program design.
• Making presentations to departments, community groups, and other stakeholders.
• Creating and updating digital program manuals.
• Working with budgets, contracts, and agreements.
• Using various software platforms to track spending, invoices, and reports to other county departments as well as state and federal funding sources.

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Your work will have a direct impact on the surrounding community.
• You will work in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.
• You will work across county departments and with community groups.

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will work in a large, diverse county with varying needs
• You will work with stakeholders with competing wants and needs.
• Short time frames to complete projects.
• Policies, procedures, and regulations that impact your work frequently change.

Competencies Required:

• Innovative Problem Solving : Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business.
• Involving Others (Engaging Teams) : Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes.
• Adaptability : Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires.
• Interpersonal Savvy : Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situations.
• Customer Focus : Attending to the needs and expectations of customers.
• Self-Management : Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability.
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability : Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
• Professional Integrity & Ethics : Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability.
• Building & Maintaining Relationships : Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships.
• Critical Thinking : Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims.
• Professional & Technical Expertise : Applying technical subject matter to the job..
• Attention to Detail : Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products.

To read the complete job description please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/classspecs/4267

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator’s license will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration or public administration or a closely related field.

Experience: Eighteen (18) months of full-time experience or its equivalent in an administrative staff position performing administrative, budgetary or personnel analysis.

Substitution for Education: Successful completion of at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university which included at least one three semester unit course in each of the following areas: (1) English Composition (2) Business or public administration, political science or government (3) Mathematics or Statistics and (4) Psychology or behavioral science ; and two years full time experience or its equivalent in an administrative or staff capacity performing administrative, personnel or budgetary analysis which included the research, analysis and preparation of written reports; or an acceptable combination of qualifying experience beyond the two-year minimum education requirement may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree .

Substitution for Academic Major Experience: 1.) One (1) additional year of qualifying experience may be substituted for the required academic major; 2) Possession of a Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for academic major or six (6) months of the required experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics or closely related field.
• Experience in data analysis and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience with data confidentiality.
• Experience working with community groups.
• Experience working in environments bound by local, state and federal guidelines, rules, and regulations.
• PACE Certification.
• Experience in IT environments.
• Event planning experience.
• Safety Coordinator experience.

Selection Process

1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application; applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of therecruitment process.
2. Online Multiple-Choice Test: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online test. You will need access to a computer with a reliable internet connection to participate in the assessment. This multiple-choice test will assess candidates on the required competencies and technical skills.
(Weighted: 100%)


TENTATIVE DATES
Online Multiple-Choice Test: Week of June 3rd, 2026


The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Rachel Filamor at [email protected]. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.


CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 5/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$85,141.84 - $103,490.44 Annually