Clerk III

Hidalgo County, TX • Hidalgo, TX

334d

About The Position

Performs complex (journey-level) clerical work in areas such as bookkeeping, inventory control, statistics, employment, human resources, purchasing, and accounting. Work involves compiling and tabulating data, checking documents for accuracy, transporting documents and/or stock and inventory, and maintaining files. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school.
• Two (2) years of experience in clerical work.
• Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish and English) with the ability to converse fluently in both languages.
• Skill in using a personal computer and office equipment; MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Produces and proofs correspondence, reports, purchase orders, summaries, manuals, vouchers, records, and other related forms.
• Answers inquiries regarding procedures and policies, assists the public and staff in filling out forms, and assembles and mails information packets.
• Posts information to agency records and modifies forms or records.
• Assembles, organizes, and tabulates data; and may compile and tabulate data, and prepare charts, graphs, and tables.
• Maintains files, materials, and supplies.
• Opens, stamps, classifies, sorts, and routes mail, and maintains records on postage, registered mail, and packages.
• Performs data entry, retrieval, and data searches.
• Receives, stores, and issues stock items.
• May perform arithmetic computations.
• May maintain office schedules and appointments.
• May perform back-up receptionist or telephone switchboard duties.
• May receive and forward payments to the appropriate agency staff.
• May screen applicants, administer employment tests, and assist in orienting employees.
• May arrange the scheduling, transfer, and display of surplus property.
• May make arrangements for repairs and services.
• May inspect merchandise for quality and compliance with specifications.
• May deliver or pick up documents, supplies, equipment, or materials.
• Responsible for answering and routing phone calls.
• Will be assisting the general public.
• May be required to work overtime or hours other than standard work schedule during emergencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees