Clerk Typist (HELPS)

Eden Central School District•Eden, NY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Clerk Typist (HELPS) position is a 12-month role involving standardized clerical tasks, primarily routine typing. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher-ranking employee who provides detailed instructions. The role also includes various administrative and operational duties to support the office. Key responsibilities include managing supplies, typing various documents, handling petty cash, answering phones, assisting with payroll, filing, acting as a receptionist, operating office machines, managing mail, utilizing computer systems, and monitoring security systems.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma
A course in typing
Technology skills
Communication and Interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment
Working knowledge of business arithmetic and English
Ability to type from clear copy or rough draft at a reasonable rate of speed
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to write legibly
Clerical aptitude
Mental alertness
Neatness
Tact and courtesy
Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Responsibilities

Purchasing and managing supplies
Typing forms, form letters, bills, vouchers, records, reports, and similar materials
Collecting money and accounting for petty cash
Answering telephone, taking messages, and relaying information
Assisting in the preparation of payrolls
Filing correspondence, memoranda, reports, and other materials
Acting as a receptionist, directing callers, and giving routine information
Operating other office machines
Responsible for incoming and outgoing mail
Indexing materials
Utilizing enhanced computer systems and equipment for assigned clerical tasks
Monitoring door security
Operating web-based security control system