Clerk
About The Position
Washington County Department of Public Health is seeking a Clerk. This is an entry-level position performing a variety of systematized clerical tasks. The position is distinguished from Senior Clerk roles, which involve more difficult and complex clerical tasks requiring knowledge of a specific program area and judgment in selecting a course of action. Clerks may work with data-processing systems or personal computers to produce acceptable copy by entering information on an alphanumeric keyboard and verifying it on a display screen. Work is supervised by a higher-level clerical employee through observation, review of work in progress or upon completion, and review of production records and reports. Supervisory assistance is available for new or unusual assignments and procedures. The Clerk has no supervisory responsibilities but may help train a new clerk in a specific clerical task. Performs related work as required. The position is covered by the NYS Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (HELPS) Program, which temporarily removes the civil service exam requirement for specified titles. Candidates must meet the position’s minimum qualifications and other conditions of employment. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.
Requirements
- Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma (GED).
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of systematized clerical tasks.
- Enter information using an alphanumeric keyboard and verify it on a display screen when assigned to data-processing or personal-computer work.
- Assist with on-the-job training of a new clerk in a specific clerical task, as assigned.
- Perform related work as required.
Benefits
- Benefits are offered; specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
