Clerk I

Rochester City School District • Rochester, NY

380d • $47,507 - $51,938

About The Position

The Clerk I position at the Rochester City School District is a senior-level clerical role responsible for planning, administering, and performing complex clerical tasks. This position requires independent judgment and decision-making skills, with a focus on improving efficiency in clerical procedures. The Clerk I will work under the supervision of a department head or administrator and may oversee subordinate staff. The role involves significant use of personal computers for word processing and database management, as well as interaction with various stakeholders regarding departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma.
• Graduation with an Associate's degree or successful completion of at least sixty (60) credit hours from a college or university, plus two (2) years paid full-time or part-time equivalent office clerical or secretarial experience; OR four (4) years paid full-time or part-time equivalent office clerical or secretarial experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of office terminology, practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of business arithmetic and English grammar and usage.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of clerical assistants.
• Ability to follow complex oral and written directions.
• Ability to prepare correspondence and reports.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with budget preparation and data collection.
• Familiarity with departmental organization, functions, laws, policies, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, and reviews clerical work and instructs employees in specialized clerical duties.
• Performs difficult and complex clerical tasks.
• Schedules and coordinates workloads.
• Analyzes clerical procedures, suggests changes to increase efficiency, and implements approved changes.
• Conducts correspondence on matters with well-defined policies and procedures.
• Responds to requests for information about department policies, procedures, and pertinent laws.
• Assists in the preparation of departmental reports.
• Assists in the collection of budget data and preparation of budget information.
• Requisitions supplies and maintains inventory records.
• Operates office equipment such as a computer, copier, and fax machine.
• Supervises or guides subordinates in the performance of their duties.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $22.84 - $24.97 per hour.
• Full-time employment with a stable work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED