CLERK (anticipated)

Utica City School District•Utica, NY

About The Position

The Utica City School District is seeking applications for anticipated newly created Clerk positions, pending creation of the positions. The District anticipates placing Clerks in its libraries. This role involves independently performing routine clerical work and assisting with more difficult clerical assignments. Routine work is performed under direct supervision according to established procedures; detailed instructions are provided for new or unusual assignments, and work is reviewed by observation.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, or two years of experience in a clerical position.
Working knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment.
Working knowledge of business arithmetic and English.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees.
Ability to type accurately at a satisfactory rate of speed.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Mental alertness, good judgment, neatness, accuracy, tact, and courtesy.
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Sort, process, and file mail, bills, requisitions, and other materials.
Retrieve material from files, perform file searches, and maintain necessary records.
Issue and record applications, licenses, and permits; collect fees and account for money received.
Check records for clerical accuracy and report discrepancies.
Answer telephone calls and provide routine information.
Maintain time records and payroll data.
Prepare vouchers, requisitions, and a variety of reports.
File and maintain related records, including payrolls, invoices, vouchers, bills, and correspondence.
Operate a calculator, computer, and other related office equipment.
Make entries on control cards or in a ledger from original sources.
Perform related duties as necessary for the efficient execution of departmental functions.