Clerk Typist (HELPS)

Eden Central School District•Eden, NY

About The Position

CLERK TYPIST (HELPS) - 12 Month Position DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : The work involves the performance of standardized clerical tasks such as routine typing. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher ranking employee, who gives detailed instructions for new assignments and practices. Does related work as required.

Requirements

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
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma including or supplemented by a course in typing
As required by law or statute, subject to medical examination including tuberculin (TB) test, at time of appointment
Subject to a suitability background check investigation, including fingerprinting, local law enforcement check, and verification check of citizenship/residency
A criminal record does not necessarily disqualify applicants from employment, rather an individualized determination will be made
Office clerical experience, including typing, may be substituted for the high school requirement on a year for year basis
Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements

Responsibilities

Purchasing, managing supplies
Types forms, form letters, bills, vouchers, records, reports, and similar materials
Collects money and accounts for petty cash
Answers telephone, take messages, relays information directly or over intercommunication system
Assists in the preparation of payrolls
Files correspondence, memoranda, reports and other materials
Acts as receptionist, directing callers to the proper person or office; and gives information of a routine nature
Operates other office machines
Responsible for incoming and outgoing mail to the District Indexes materials
Utilizes enhanced computer systems and equipment in the completion of assigned clerical tasks
Monitors door security
Operates web-based security control system