Senior Office Assistant

IDEAL CANDIDATE 
The ideal candidate is an organized and detail-oriented professional with strong administrative and technical skills. They excel at managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy under pressure, and providing excellent customer service to both internal staff and the public. A proactive problem-solver with sound judgment, they thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in supporting the department’s success.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of two (2) years of highly responsible office support experience Continuing education in secretarial science, business or related to job is preferred.
• Two (2) years as an Office Assistant with the City of North Las Vegas.
• Equivalency: Any combination of four (4) years of related education, training, and experience that produce the knowledge and skills required to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record with the ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within the required time frame.
• NCIC Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire (Police department positions only).
• Typing Certificate – 45 net words per minute

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Complete Online Application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. The selection process will include (dates to be determined).
3. Personnel File Review - Pass/Fail, Minimum passing score is 75% All current employees seeking internal positions will undergo a personnel file review. The personnel file review includes a current employment status check (probationary/qualifying periods), and a review of active discipline and most recent performance evaluation. Employees with a rating that does not meet minimum standards may be disqualified from this recruitment process.
4. Typing Test - (Pass/Fail). 45 net words per minute.  To be administered by the City.  
5. E-Skill Assessment - The test will measure knowledge in basic mathematics, proofreading, filing, organization, time management, scheduling, and budget management. (Weighted 20%, Passing Score 70%).
6. Oral Panel Interview - (Weighted 80%, Passing Score 70%).
7. Pre-Employment Screening – Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history checks via submission of fingerprints; and drug screening. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete.  
8. Selection/Offers!

Note: Subsequent vacancies during the life of the internal eligibility list may require participation in an additional selection interview. The selection interview will be weighted 100%, requiring a passing score of 70% in order to be considered for the subsequent position vacancy.

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.   It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?
For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:
Byron Moreno – HR Technician 
Morenob@CityofNorthLasVegas.com