Office Assistant III

Requirements

Graduation from a standard senior high school or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test and a minimum of three years experience at the level of Office Assistant II or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Description

This is complex clerical support work in the supervision and performance of highly complex bookkeeping operations or other advanced clerical activities.

For details, please see Class Specifications | OFFICE ASSISTANT III | Class Spec Details.

Application Process

All applications should be submitted online through the Mobile Civil Service Job Opportunities page. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Civil Service System employment, and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Please note that this job posting will close once 275 applications have been received.

Eligibility

Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.

A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile Civil Service at 251‑470‑7727.

Mobile County agencies typically do not sponsor individuals for staff positions.

Benefits

• 10 days annual vacation with accumulation to 35 days (The number of days earned increases based on years in the merit system, with a maximum of 25 days per year for 25 or more years of service)
• 10 days paid annual sick leave with no limit on accumulation
• 12 paid holidays each year (some jurisdictions may vary)
• Group medical plan (most jurisdictions)
• Paid life insurance (in some jurisdictions)
• Retirement plans
• Employee Credit Union
• Promotion by competitive exam
• Periodic review and adjustment of salary rates to be competitive with local employees and to provide cost of living increases
• Opportunities for continuing education and self-development through formalized academic and in-service training programs

Equal Opportunity

The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers.

Adam Bourne, Civil Service Director