Clerk III

Ysleta Independent School District•El Paso, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs complex office and clerical tasks in support of an assigned campus or department under limited supervision, maintaining a high level of confidentiality. The work is diverse and occasionally complex, requiring individual analysis and judgment, and the ability to apply and develop skills. Serves as a resource for staff, administrators, and/or the campus or department. Follows applicable federal and state laws and district policies, procedures, and regulations. Attendance at the work site is required to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
Five years of general clerical or secretarial experience; 18 semester hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for each year of experience.
Proficiency in keyboarding, word processing, file maintenance, personal computers, software for developing spreadsheets and databases, electronic mail, and the internet.
Basic math skills.
Ability to communicate, listen, read, write, and comprehend English sufficiently for daily communication.
Possess the required skills and knowledge as assessed by the Ysleta ISD Paraprofessional Test.
Submit proof of a high school diploma or GED and the Ysleta ISD Paraprofessional Test Level III for interview consideration.

Responsibilities

Perform office routines according to standard practices while maintaining confidentiality.
Review, refer, and respond to routine correspondence, telephone calls, and electronic messages; greet the public and route requests for information.
Establish and maintain manual and automated filing systems for the assigned campus or department.
Process and enter data into computer systems or reports, and operate basic office machines, including computers, fax machines, and copiers.
Take functional responsibility for an assigned section of departmental work, plan and arrange work, and refer unresolved problems to a supervisor.
Communicate transactions and facilitate transitions to appropriate personnel.
Research reports and information requests, and extract information and supporting data to assist administrators.
Delegate work assignments and guide other clerical staff; assume the secretary’s responsibilities during their absence.
Assist students, parents, teachers, staff, and/or the public by providing information and services as appropriate.
Participate in district-required professional development activities.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques and support district and department goals.
Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.