SENIOR CLERK-TYPIST

State of careers Rhode Island

2d•$43,705 - $46,625•Onsite

About The Position

This position is within the Rhode Island Veterans Home and involves performing typing work of a difficult and responsible nature requiring independent judgment and involving a degree of final responsibility. The role also includes performing varied clerical work of a difficult and responsible nature requiring independent judgment. Additionally, the position may involve routine repetitive tasks related to the operation of various office equipment, including on-line data terminal equipment. General instructions are received at the beginning of each new task, with detailed instructions for unfamiliar tasks. Work is subject to review for accuracy and completeness. While generally not supervising, the role may supervise subordinates engaged in routine clerical or typing work.

Requirements

A working knowledge of office practices, commercial arithmetic, and business English.
A working knowledge of methods and procedures of filing.
A reasonable speed and accuracy in typing complex or technical matters from plain or rough copy (40 net WPM - 5 minutes).
The ability to understand readily and carry out complex oral and written directions.
Graduation from a senior high school, including or supplemented by courses in typing.
Employment in performing typing and office tasks of a varied nature.
Proof of immunity against Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR), Varicella (Chickenpox), Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap), Hepatitis B titers, and Tuberculin Skin Test (TST).
Employment eligibility validated through E-Verify.

Responsibilities

Type involved financial or statistical statements, reports, or other material from plain or rough copy requiring the application of independent judgement and involving a degree of final responsibility.
Perform varied clerical work of a difficult and responsible nature requiring the exercise of independent judgement.
Assemble material for and type payrolls, vouchers, purchase orders, bills, warrants, indices, and other forms requiring related judgements.
Set up and type tables and charts involving decisions as to best format.
Compose and type routine letters.
Transcribe from dictating machine records.
Cut stencils.
Assist in maintaining general office records which require posting, tabulating, and computing tasks.
Examine reports and records for accuracy and completeness of routine, easily verified information.
Secure information from specified sources and furnish it to the public and other employees.
Staple and assemble material for distribution.
Analyze and classify material for filing and maintain general office files.
Receive, stock, and distribute office supplies.
Serve as receptionist, directing callers to proper individuals, arranging appointments, and imparting general non-technical information.
Perform routine repetitive tasks related to the operation of various office equipment including on-line data terminal equipment, as required.
Perform related work as required.