The City of Buena Park is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join the Buena Park Police Department (Pending City Council Approval). Reporting to the Police Captains, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative operational support to the Buena Park Police Department. The ideal candidate for this position is a highly organized and detail-oriented multitasker who is able to juggle varied projects and tasks, answer a high volume of calls, and handle stressful and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times. The individual in this position will work closely with Human Resources staff to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll and assists with workers’ compensation claims and related paperwork as needed.

Prior knowledge of the Trakstar evaluation system, cost recovery data reporting, and prior administrative support experience, preferably in law enforcement and/or municipal government, are highly desirable. Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to apply early.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalent is required, preferably supplemented by education, training and certification in office management, supervision, and the use of office and database software products. Three years of administrative and customer support experience is required, preferably including some lead experience. Experience within a specific field related to the position assignment is highly desirable.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
An original typing certificate predated up to one year, must be submitted along with the completed application. The typing certificate must be for 45 wpm net (after errors) on a 5-minute timed test.

Acceptable typing certificates must meet all of the following requirements:
- A five (5) minute timed test including the gross speed and number of errors (gross speed – errors = net speed).
- Certification must be in writing and test taken within 12 months of submission to the Buena Park Human Resources Office.
- Certification must be verifiable and include a valid administrator's name, signature, address and telephone number.
A SELF-ADMINISTERED TYPING TEST THAT IS TAKEN OVER THE INTERNET OR ANY OTHER SELF-ADMINISTERED TEST WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
- A copy of the certification must be submitted with your official City application. You must submit the certificate in order to be considered for the position.