Clerk II Food Service

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Denton, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

Provides routine clerical support to State Supported Living Center related to Food Service Operation initiatives such as maintaining files, compiling tabulating data, checking documents for accuracy, transporting documents, duplicating documents, and data input into established databases. May assist in maintenance of shared electronics files on shared hard drive on facility's server. Answers phones for department and triages callers to appropriate staff. Functions under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and business office procedures/equipment.
• Knowledge of office procedures and general clerical work.
• Ability to accurately enter data into existing electronic spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to organize self, seeks prioritization from supervisor, and meets multiple deadlines.
• Ability to prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports.
• Education equivalent to a high school degree
• Post High School training in Business Office procedures/software OR
• At least two years of paid work experience in a clerical position which included using computer for word processing, spreadsheets, or data entry.

Responsibilities

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Answers phone and takes accurate messages for food service and other staff, Triages callers to appropriate staff, Greets visitors or callers in professional and courteous manner.
• Types WORD documents, duplicates, and distributes in electronic or hard copy.
• Enters accurately data into EXCEL spreadsheets and Databases.
• Checks documents and reports submitted for consistency and accuracy. Files submitted documents into files per established procedures.
• Copies necessary documents for evidence books, meeting packets, and other purposes at direction of supervisor.
• Orders office supplies as needed for staff.
• Serves as backup to other clerical support personnel within the Food Service Department including data input into a variety of databases and Excel spreadsheets.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

What This Job Offers

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