Secretary III (Elementary)

Secretary III (Elementary) at Culver City Unified Print Application Deadline 5/27/2026 12:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/12/2026 Contact Catherine Cummings 310 842-4220 7503 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $4994.78•$6056.69 Monthly Add'l Salary Info Placement at first or second step based on experience and training. Advancement to next step upon successful completion of probationary period and annually thereafter, until maximum is reached. Length of Work Year 10 1/2 month position

Employment Type Full Time Testing Information:

May 29, 2026 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Hours of Assignment 7:30 a.m.•4:00 p.m. Monday•Friday Location El Marino Language School Benefits District medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. CalPERS pension About the Employer

CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4

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Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try. Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of an elementary Principal, perform a wide variety of responsible clerical and secretarial duties to assure smooth and efficient school office operations and to relieve an elementary school Principal of administrative detail; serve as secretary to the Principal and coordinate communications between administrators, District and site personnel, parents, students and general public. Job Description /

Essential Elements:

Print Summary of Duties:

Under general direction, acts as secretary to the Principal of the School Site dealing with a variety of sensitive and privileged matters; prepares or coordinates information and data for administrative review; attends meetings and conferences as requested; takes and transcribes correspondence, reports and other materials; interprets policies, regulations and operational procedures; answers routine inquires and correspondence; maintains an action calendar scheduling appointments, conferences, and meetings; establishes and maintains complex files which may include privileged data; coordinates and organizes the duties of clerical staff; assists with budget planning and expenditure control procedures; and performs related duties as required.

Education and experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by training or course work in business office management, organization and supervision, or related technical skill areas at the community college level or higher. Three years of responsible secretarial experience, one year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity is preferred.

Knowledge of:

Principles, methods, techniques and strategies of clerical staff supervision and organization; modern office methods and equipment, including MS Office; receptionist and telephone response techniques; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Ability to:

Perform and coordinate difficult office, secretarial and clerical work; supervise the work of others; learn, interpret and apply complex policies, administrative regulations and operational procedures; prepare clear and comprehensive reports; make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years of increasingly responsible secretarial experience involving public contact. School Experience preferred.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

All applicants must pass a multiple-choice Secretary skills test before interview consideration.

Testing Date:

May 29, 2026 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. Please come to one of the testing times.

District Office Boardroom:

4034 Irving Place. Culver City, CA 90232

ACCOMMODATIONS:

In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, applicants with disabilities may request that reasonable accommodation be given related to the examination process itself. Applicants must notify the Office of Human Resources in writing of the type of accommodations being requested at the time of filing the application. Applicants may be required to provide documentation supporting the request for accommodation when the request is made.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, including or supplemented by training or coursework in business office management, organization and supervision, or related technical skill areas at the community college or higher level. Three years of responsible secretarial experience, one year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity is preferred.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance, and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such in the confidential/legal section of the application, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal. Letter of Introduction (Cover letter indicating (a) reason for interest in the position; and (b) a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to the unique needs of this position.) Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters of recommendation are required•preferably all professional letters written the last two yrs.) Resume Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years of increasingly responsible secretarial experience involving public contact. School Experience preferred.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

All applicants must pass a multiple-choice Secretary skills test before interview consideration.

Testing Date:

May 29, 2026 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. Please come to one of the testing times.

District Office Boardroom:

4034 Irving Place. Culver City, CA 90232

ACCOMMODATIONS:

In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, applicants with disabilities may request that reasonable accommodation be given related to the examination process itself. Applicants must notify the Office of Human Resources in writing of the type of accommodations being requested at the time of filing the application. Applicants may be required to provide documentation supporting the request for accommodation when the request is made.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, including or supplemented by training or coursework in business office management, organization and supervision, or related technical skill areas at the community college or higher level. Three years of responsible secretarial experience, one year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity is preferred.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance, and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such in the confidential/legal section of the application, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal. Letter of Introduction (Cover letter indicating (a) reason for interest in the position; and (b) a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to the unique needs of this position.) Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters of recommendation are required•preferably all professional letters written the last two yrs.) Resume Comments and Other Information The Culver City Unified School District, an Affirmative Action-Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, sex or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures, practices, or programs. Comments and Other Information The Culver City Unified School District, an Affirmative Action-Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, sex or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures, practices, or programs. Links Related To This Job El Marino Language School California Credentialing Information View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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