Clerk Typist

Lee County Public Schools • Fort Myers, FL

1d • $16

About The Position

File correspondence, invoices, cards, or other papers in prescribed manner, depending upon the practice of the departments to which assigned. Read incoming materials, sort, and distribute it according to the particular system in use. Locate and remove requested information, keep records of materials removed, and trace missing records. Type a variety of materials such as letters, student records, forms, memos, reports, etc., from rough drafts or corrected copy using a computer. Verify totals on report forms, requisitions, etc., and proofread work. Receive telephone calls and provide general information regarding procedural matters. Utilize electronic mail system. Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide. Revised: 7/5/23

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
• Organizational and management skills
• Keyboarding, filing, recordkeeping, and computer word processing skills
• Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention
• Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications
• Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Ability to sit in one position and view computer screens for a prolonged period of time

Nice To Haves

• Associates of Arts from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of related experience.
• Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• File correspondence, invoices, cards, or other papers in prescribed manner, depending upon the practice of the departments to which assigned.
• Read incoming materials, sort, and distribute it according to the particular system in use.
• Locate and remove requested information, keep records of materials removed, and trace missing records.
• Type a variety of materials such as letters, student records, forms, memos, reports, etc., from rough drafts or corrected copy using a computer.
• Verify totals on report forms, requisitions, etc., and proofread work.
• Receive telephone calls and provide general information regarding procedural matters.
• Utilize electronic mail system.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.

What This Job Offers

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