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Nevada County Administrative Assistant II-Temporary in Nevada City, California
Administrative Assistant II-Temporary
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Administrative Assistant II-Temporary
Salary
$29.72 - $36.28 Hourly
Location
Nevada City, CA
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
2025-0235
Department
Sheriff-Administration
Opening Date
04/07/2026
Closing Date
4/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD APRIL 29, 2026.
We are recruiting at various levels. Please apply for all levels that you may be qualified for.
The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a self-motivated, hardworking Administrative Assistant to join our law enforcement team. If you enjoy organizing, problem-solving, and coordinating activities to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to consider this opportunity!
Note: This is a temporary, part-timeposition designed to provide administrative support to the Sheriff’s Office. While this role does not include benefits, it does accrue sick leave. The assignment is expected to last approximately 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on departmental needs and available funding.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, diligent, and proactive, with strong communication and organizational skills. They thrive in a fast-paced environment, can handle multiple priorities effectively, and understand the importance of confidentiality. Experience supporting management-level staff and coordinating complex administrative tasks is highly desirable.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Provide general office and administrative support
Conduct research and analysis for special projects
Assist in planning, tracking, and organizing budget-related activities
Perform basic fiscal tasks, including accounts payable/receivable using spreadsheets and accounting principles
Coordinate procurement and distribution of office supplies
Maintain, analyze, and report on administrative data
Research and process departmental documents, records, and forms
Respond to inquiries from staff and the public, helping resolve questions or concerns
Plan, prioritize, and coordinate Sheriff’s Office events
Provide general customer service and administrative assistance
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate work with minimal supervision
Basic understanding of budgetary principles and practices
Knowledge of municipal government functions and organization
Proficiency in computer applications, including word processing and spreadsheets
Developing systems for improving departmental efficiency and service
Data collection, analysis, and reporting skills
Strong research and problem-solving abilities
Clear and accurate English usage, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Business writing and report preparation skills
Operation of standard office equipment
Additional Requirements
Some positions may require typing at a net rate of 40 words per minute
Must be able to pass a background investigation; some positions may require a medical examination
Why the Nevada County Sheriff's Office?
Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and clear communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy and balanced.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our agency. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Education and Experience Required
Level I:
Equivalent to two years of college level course work from an accredited college or university, with classes in public administration, political science, business administration, economics or a related field and one year of responsible experience in office management, administrative analysis, personnel management, budgetary analysis, or accounting. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Temporary positions assigned to the Sheriff's Office as special project investigators require equivalent of completion of twelfth grade and a minimum of three years experience within the past five years in law enforcement in either a sworn or non-sworn capacity.
Level II (in addition to the above):
Two years of responsible administrative experience at a level equivalent to Nevada County's classification of Administrative Assistant I.
NOTE:
This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Sick Leave:
Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.
Medical Benefits:
Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Comments, please email:human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following choices best describes your level of education?
Did not graduate High School or GED
High School or GED
Some college: 0-59 units
Some college: 60-89 units
Some college: 90-119 units
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Juris Doctor Degree
02
Which best describes your experience in office management, administrative analysis, personnel management, budgetary analysis, or accounting?
Less than 1 year
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 or more years
03
Which best describes your experience comparable to Nevada County's classification of Administrative Assistant I? The job description may be found by accessing the job descriptions under the menu of the Job Openings page, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1616824?keywords=administrative%20assistant%20I%20&pagetype=classSpecifications
None
Less than 1 year
1 year
2 years
3 or more years
04
Have you attached a typing certificate which verifies your ability to type at least 40 words per minute? If you do not have a typing certificate, you may easily obtain one by visiting https://www.freetypinggame.net, select the Tests tab and then select Free Certificate Tests. If you do not attach a certificate showing you can type at least 40 WPM, you may be disqualified from further consideration.
Yes, I have attached a certificate.
No, I have not attached a certificate and understand my application may be disqualified from consideration.
05
As part of our support network, this individual will field a variety of requests throughout the workday and operate with both regular interruptions and competing priorities. Describe a similar situation when you worked in such conditions, and how you felt about it.
06
How do your co-workers describe your work style and contributions in your former job?
07
The Administrative Assistant is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Please describe your experience in providing excellent customer service.
I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
08
What is the single most important factor that must be present in your work environment for you to be successfully and happily employed?
09
What experience do you have with Microsoft Office programs (Microsoft word, excel, outlook, SharePoint, etc.)? Please give concrete examples of how you've used these programs.
Required Question
Employer
County of Nevada
Address
950 Maidu Avenue
Nevada City, California, 95959
Phone
530 265 7010
Website
https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/
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