Office Services Assistant - Bilingual

Exam Schedule

Written Exam: will be conducted on June 29, 2026.

Written Exam (Weight 100%): assess knowledge of customer service principles; standard office procedures, methods, and equipment; basic filing and recordkeeping principles; basic mathematical concepts;
English language, grammar, and punctuation.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent, or combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Applicants who wish to be considered for bilingual employment must submit a bilingual certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College. Applicants must submit a bilingual (English/Spanish) certificate before the final filing deadline. Access the following website for information about where to obtain a qualifying certificate: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Employees who occupy positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.

Please ensure applicable materials such as transcripts, diplomas, licenses, certifications, etc. are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave., First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or contact

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government‑issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post‑offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.