Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for an Administrative Technician.  A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess a high school diploma or the equivalent, and three years experience performing clerical support work.  

License/Certificate:
 
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver’s license.
 
KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS:   (The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.)

Knowledge of:
Standard office and administrative policies and procedures; City codes and ordinances; depending on assignment, knowledge of accounting, clerical, construction, legal, and computer terminology may be required; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:
Provide general clerical support to one or more department heads or division managers; read, understand, and review documents for accuracy and relevant information; use applicable office terminology, forms, documents, and procedures in the course of the work; read, understand and explain plans, maps, aerial photos, drawing, reports, applications, construction documents, and specifications; learn the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the department to which assigned in a timely manner; maintain accurate office files; compose correspondence or documents; meet critical deadlines; deal successfully with the public, in person and over the telephone; courteously respond to community issues, concerns and needs; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret and record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
 
Skill to:
Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and variety of word processing and software applications.