Office Records Specialist

Office Records Specialist City of Santa Clara, CA - 4.0 Santa Clara, CA Job Details Full-time $82,963.44 - $106,206.48 a year 1 day ago Benefits Commuter assistance 457(b) Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Family leave Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Computer literacy Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Clerical experience

Full Job Description Description The Department:

The Assistant City Clerk's Office provides information and services to help the community fully participate in government. The Assistant City Clerk's Office is responsible for supporting Board and Commissions with the recruitment and selection process and City Council/Stadium Authority agenda process, including compliance with all federal, state, and local statutes. The Assistant City Clerk's Office maintains City records and responds to public records requests. The Assistant City Clerk's Office assists the City Clerk with conducting the municipal elections. The Assistant City Clerk's Office is your partner in democracy.

The Position:

This position will perform customer service duties including, but not limited to, answering the phones, monitoring the Clerk email inbox, and assisting customers at the front counter. Additional duties include sorting and distributing mail, assisting with Public Records Requests, assisting with the City's Boards and Commissions processes, tracking ethics training, assisting with finance account payables/receivables, and records management in Laserfiche, Zyfind, and Corodota.

Additional Information:

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write "see resume, NA, or personnel file."). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application packets may be submitted online through the "" feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of May 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR POSITIONS ADHERING TO ALL APPLICABLE CITY POLICIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CMD 033- EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES

. The annual salary range for this position is $82,963.44 - $106,206.48. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements:

Graduation from high school or its equivalent.

Minimum Experience Requirements:

One (1) year of general clerical experience is required.

Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Acceptable Substitution:

None License/Certifications:

None Desirable Qualifications:

Computer proficiency using databases is desirable. Bilingual skills desirable (Spanish preferred).

Special Conditions:

Incumbents of this classification may be required to work unusual hours and weekends in the performance of their duties.

Other Requirements:

Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment. Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS

This position qualifies for Veteran's Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or .