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Temporary Office Support Pool

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive salary
flexible schedule
Professional development opportunities
Smoke-free environment
Supportive team atmosphere
Opportunities for temporary assignments
Experience in higher education administration

Job Description

Cal State East Bay is a dynamic public university located in the scenic Hayward hills overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Established in 1957, it is one of the 23 universities within the California State University system, notable for its commitment to academic innovation, student success, diversity, engaged learning, and sustainability. The university’s main campus in Hayward provides an ideal setting for teaching and learning, with panoramic views and convenient access to the surrounding bay area cities. In addition to its main campus, Cal State East Bay operates satellite campuses including one in Concord and a professional development center in Oakland, as well as offering a significant online presence to serve a diverse student population.

The university prides itself on fostering an inclusive and equitable environment that supports students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Cal State East Bay complies with all relevant federal and state non-discrimination laws, ensuring equal opportunity in education and employment. Their dedication to community engagement and service learning reflects a strong commitment to social responsibility and civic engagement.

This job opening is for a temporary, on-call Office Support Pool position, ideal for individuals seeking flexible, short-term work assignments generally ranging from a single day up to six months. Assignments typically involve working between 20 and 40 hours per week, with the specific duties varying according to department needs. As part of this role, employees will perform a variety of essential office support functions including receptionist duties, handling correspondence, typing, data entry, budget assistance, filing, copying, mail distribution, scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and making travel arrangements.

Compensation for this role is competitive and based on the level of assignment and qualifications, with hourly rates starting at $19.97 for Administrative Support Assistant I and extending up to $25.19 per hour for Administrative Support Coordinator II. The flexibility of this position makes it an excellent opportunity for those looking for temporary employment within a supportive and inclusive educational institution.

Employees selected for this role will be placed on a list used to fill short-term temporary vacancies, providing the chance to gain experience in various administrative capacities across university departments. This position also involves a background check as a condition of employment, ensuring the safety and integrity of the campus community. Cal State East Bay maintains a smoke and tobacco-free environment, further promoting a healthy workplace.

Candidates interested in contributing to a vibrant academic community while developing their administrative skills in a supportive and respectful environment will find this role rewarding. The Office Support Pool offers diverse opportunities to engage with students, faculty, and staff, enhancing communication skills and administrative proficiency within the higher education sector. This is a great entry point for those new to administrative roles or for experienced individuals seeking temporary assignments within a well-regarded public university system.

Job Requirements

  • equivalent to one or more years of office experience
  • one or more years of vocational or college education may be substituted for the experience
  • ability to work effectively under pressure
  • strong english grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills highly desired
  • working knowledge of microsoft word, excel, powerpoint and/or google docs, sheets, slides and outlook or gmail
  • demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse student, faculty, staff and community populations
  • satisfactory completion of a background check including livescan as appropriate

Job Qualifications

  • equivalent to one or more years of office experience
  • strong english grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills
  • working knowledge of microsoft word, excel, powerpoint, google docs, sheets, slides, outlook or gmail
  • demonstrated effective communication with diverse populations

Job Duties

  • perform receptionist duties
  • type and enter data
  • assist with budget and filing tasks
  • copy and distribute mail
  • fax documents
  • schedule meetings and maintain calendars
  • make travel arrangements

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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