Senior Office Services Specialist - Department Promotional - Public Works

This is a Department Promotional Examination and is open to eligible employees of the Public Works Department.

EXAMINATION SCHEDULE

Performance Exam :

Will be conducted on April 28, 2026

Examinations:

Performance Exam ( Weight 100% ): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of event coordination and scheduling techniques; inventory maintenance principles; customer service principles; standard office procedures, methods, and equipment; transcription methods; basic filing and recordkeeping principles; basic mathematical concepts; English language, grammar, and punctuation. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process. The Human Resources Division may solely conduct an appraisal of application materials should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant a performance examination. Examination components for promotional testing will be administered during scheduled date(s)/time(s)/location without exception.

Minimum Qualifications/ Employment Standards:

High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent AND four (4) years of progressively responsible lead, clerical, general computer and office experience directly related to the area of assignment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Some Positions May Require:

Possession of a Valid California Driver's License. Proficiency in the use of word processing software, such as Microsoft Word or Word Perfect. Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet software, such as Excel, Lotus123. Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email to mosquedaro@kerncounty.com .

Full Job Description:

Senior Office Services Specialist . Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county. To learn more about Kern County, click here or follow us: Growth Mindset We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth. Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date. A background check may be conducted for this classification. Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense. This examination will establish an eligible list from which an immediate appointment will be made at the Public Works Department. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission. For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page . Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.