Keyboarding Clerk 1 – Prosecutor’s Office

County of Salem•Salem, NJ

14h

About The Position

Under close supervision, the Keyboarding Clerk 1 performs routine, repetitive clerical work processing documents across a variety of functions. The position formats and enters or types correspondence, documents, reports, charts, and other materials using computer or other key-entry equipment, and performs related duties as required. The role is in the Prosecutor’s Office and involves handling sensitive, confidential, and potentially distressing material. The position requires travel between county buildings and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and climb stairs. This is a classified, non-competitive Civil Service position. Applicants must be New Jersey residents; preference is given to Salem County residents. The position is 35 hours per week and pays $21.71 per hour.

Requirements

Excellent computer software skills across multiple platforms, including proficiency in keyboarding or typing and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
Ability to upload documents and copy disks.
Ability to operate an alphanumeric keyboard or typewriter with speed and accuracy.
Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions and comprehend office routines and department regulations.
Ability to organize clerical work and develop effective work methods.
Ability to make simple arithmetic calculations and tabulations and perform tasks accurately within prescribed time frames.
Ability to manage sensitive, confidential, and potentially distressing material.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and climb stairs.
Willingness to travel between county buildings.
Must be a resident of New Jersey.

Nice To Haves

Preference is given to Salem County residents.

Responsibilities

Process documents and perform routine clerical work under close supervision.
Format and keyboard or type correspondence, documents, reports, charts, forms, and other materials.
Transcribe statements using Express Scribe or alternative software implemented by the Prosecutor’s Office.
Retrieve files from locations inside and outside the designated work area and building.
Answer multiple phone lines and assist incoming guests simultaneously and promptly.
Operate office and mail-processing equipment, including keyboard equipment, typewriters, calculators, computer printers, sorters, photocopiers, fax machines, stamping machines, and labeling machines.
Perform simple equipment maintenance, such as adding toner or paper and changing print ribbons.
Maintain multiple scheduling and calendaring systems, including those for court proceedings and internal personnel.
Make simple arithmetic calculations and tabulations, organize assigned clerical work, and complete tasks accurately within prescribed time frames.
Use agency electronic and manual recording and information systems after training.
Travel between different county buildings.
Perform other related duties as required.