Administrative/ Clerical Substitute Pool

Barstow Community College is an open-access, comprehensive two-year institution located in Barstow, California, serving a diverse student population in the Mojave region of San Bernardino County. Established in 1959, the college district encompasses a vast area from the Nevada border to Kern County and from Inyo County to the San Bernardino Mountain range. It serves various communities including Barstow, Lenwood, Newberry Springs, Daggett, Yermo, Hinkley, Ludlow, and Baker, and maintains a satellite learning center at the U.S. Army National Training Center in Ft. Irwin, California for military personnel and their families. As a designated Hispanic Serving Institution, Barstow Community College prides itself on its commitment to providing equitable, accessible, and affordable education to a diverse student body that includes local students, military members, distance learners, and historically underserved populations.

The college offers a rich variety of degree programs, certificates, and job skills training, designed to equip students with lifelong learning, critical thinking, and networking opportunities. The institution fosters a culture of innovation, growth, partnership, and inclusion, making it the premier educational hub of the California High Desert region. Barstow Community College is dedicated to the success of all students, including those of color, students with disabilities, first-generation students, veterans, and individuals from diverse socioeconomic, sexual orientation, and gender expression backgrounds.

This temporary position within the Department of Academic Affairs and Instruction Support division provides vital administrative and clerical support. The role involves performing a variety of office duties such as reception, document transcription, filing, record keeping, and assisting staff, students, and the public. The hourly wage ranges from $17.97 to $27.68, depending on experience. The position is non-exempt and falls under the CL bargaining unit. Candidates will typically perform tasks aligned with established policies, procedures, and routines, ensuring confidentiality and professionalism throughout. Essential functions include handling multi-line telephones, managing files and records, preparing routine correspondence, assisting with scheduling, processing printing orders, and maintaining office supplies.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate administrative expertise and a strong commitment to culturally responsive education, working cooperatively in a collegial and student-centered environment. They must be proficient with modern office technologies including word processing software and telephone etiquette, possess strong organizational skills, and be able to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines. Physical demands include sufficient hand-eye coordination for computer use, visual acuity for reading documents, and speech and hearing ability for effective communication. This role supports the overall mission of Barstow Community College by ensuring smooth administrative operations that contribute to an inclusive and supportive educational atmosphere.