Health Care Services Administrative Assistant
Written examination will be conducted on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 to assess knowledge of statistical methods, data compilation, inventory maintenance, customer service, standard office procedures, transcription, filing, recordkeeping, basic mathematics, and English language, grammar, and punctuation. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards
- High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent, AND three years of clerical, general computer, and office experience directly related to a healthcare assignment.
- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Additional Requirements
- Some positions may require a valid California Driver’s License.
- Proficiency in word processing software, such as Microsoft Word and WordPerfect.
Applicants must present government-issued photo identification for admittance to each phase of the examination. A background check may be conducted for this classification. Following an offer of employment, post-offer medical and drug screening tests may be required at County expense.
About the Role
This position works in Kern County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services and Kern County Public Health.
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Five affordable medical options, including Kern Legacy Health Plans and Kaiser Permanente. Two dental plans (Liberty Dental PPO or HMO) and vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
- Retirement Program: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA), a Section 401(a) defined benefit plan requiring employer and employee contributions.
- Deferred Compensation: Section 457 plan allowing pre-tax contributions to a supplemental retirement account.
- Social Security and Medicare: Both Kern County and the employee contribute 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Available to support personal and professional well-being.
- Voluntary Benefits: Short-term disability, accident plan, cancer plan, and flexible spending account through Chimienti & Associates (pre-tax deductions).
- Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days per calendar year.