Operations Support Specialist

Operations Support Specialist

Salary

$45,795.36 - $55,673.28 Annually

Location

Bakersfield, CA, CA

Job Type

Full-Time (Use Regular Full-Time)

Job Number

02465

Department

Development Services

Division

Planning

Opening Date

05/27/2026

Closing Date

6/10/2026 1:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The current vacancy is in the Development Services department.

THE POSITION:

Under general supervision, provides a variety of routine to difficult administrative and operational support to various City services and programs, which may include customer service, utilization of specialized computer software, record keeping, and filing; contributes to continuous service improvement efforts; and performs related duties as assigned.

Representative Duties

The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Prepares correspondence, reports, charts, forms, and specialized documents related to the functions of the organizational unit to which assigned from drafts, or brief instructions, using a variety of computer software programs or preformatted documents; obtains information from customers to coordinate City services with staff; explains service requirements, fee structures, and other administrative rules to communicate services.

For a full job description, please click here.

Minimum Qualifications

Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, supplemental questionnaire and resumethat they meet the below requirements:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; AND
• One (1) year of recent experience in an administrative or related capacity; OR
• Equivalent combination of training, certification and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
• Possession of a valid California class "C" driver's licenses
• Must be able to pass a background check.

OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Full job description linked above.

Examination (Weighted: 100%)

Oral Appraisal Interview: June 25th, 2026 (Tentative)The method of examination may include one or more of the following: written exam; oral exam; evaluation of education, training, experience, or other qualifications as shown by the application; or by other information submitted, or by the record; questionnaires submitted to references; or any other appropriate measure of fitness. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.

NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:

• Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
• Fire Safety Unit
• Police Safety Unit
• Police Trainee Unit
• Supervisory & Management Unit

INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the Cityweb Employee Benefits page for detailed information (rates and plan information).

RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the Citys participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the Citys Retirement Info page for additional information.

01

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you have in an administrative or related capacity?

• Over 4 years
• More than 3 years but less than 4 years
• More than 2 years but less than 3 years
• More than 1 year but less than 2 years
• Less than 1 year
• None

03

Please select each of the following areas in which you have work experience:

• Clerical
• Customer Service
• Data Entry
• Collection, Maintenance, Tracking, and Reporting of Data
• Multitasking
• None of the Above

04

Briefly explain your work experience for each item selected in question #3. Please include dates of employment & employers. If you marked "None of the above", please write N/A. Do not write see resume/application.

05

Please select each of the following software systems in which you have work experience:

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Other Software/Program
• None of the Above

06

Briefly explain your work experience for each item selected in question #5. Please include dates of employment & employers. If you marked "None of the above", please write N/A. Do not write see resume/application.

07

I understand that all future correspondence with the City with regard to this recruitment will be via e-mail provided on my application. Please keep your contact information up-to-date and ensure that your e-mail spam filter allows you to receive messages from HumanResources@bakersfieldcity.us. Note: All City examination notices are also available via your Government Jobs profile.

• Yes
• No

08

I understand that I must submit a completed Application, Supplemental Questionnaire, and Resume by the filing deadline, June 10th, 2026, at 1 PM (Pacific Time), in order to have my application accepted. You may submit these documents on-line as attachments; mail or bring to the Human Resources Department, City Hall 1600 Truxtun Avenue, 1st Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301; email to AdmHrs@bakersfieldcity.us, or Fax to (661) 852-2070. The documents must reference the recruitment name and number (i.e. Operations Support Specialist #02465 and be submitted to the attention of Tanya Wilson)

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Bakersfield

Address 1600 Truxtun Avenue

Bakersfield, California, 93301

Phone (661) 326-3773

(661) 326-3773

Website http://www.bakersfieldjobs.us