Job Description
Join California's premier public sector employer with unparalleled job security and comprehensive benefits! The City of San Jose seeks a dedicated Government Administrative Specialist to deliver critical support in our Finance Department. Enjoy the unique advantage of daily pay while building a lifelong career in public service. This role offers stability, competitive compensation, and direct impact on community initiatives.
Why Join Us?
- Government pension and retirement plans
- Comprehensive health/dental/vision coverage
- 12 paid holidays + 15 vacation days
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Daily pay processing for immediate access to earnings
Responsibilities
- Process daily financial transactions and expense reports
- Manage public records with strict confidentiality protocols
- Coordinate inter-departmental communications and documentation
- Support budget preparation and fiscal compliance
- Respond to public inquiries with professional discretion
- Utilize city-specific software systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
- Prepare official reports for city council meetings
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Public Administration or Business
- 2+ years government/financial administration experience
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Knowledge of California public records laws (Gov Code 6250-6276)
- Ability to obtain CA Public Records Officer certification
- U.S. citizenship and clean background check
- Bilingual Spanish/English preferred