Human Resources |
CLERK-TYPIST
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This work is primarily routine in nature and involves the performance of standardized typing and clerical tasks. Although detailed instructions are given for new or difficult assignments, and procedures are rather definitely fixed, employees must exercise independent judgment in applying them to specific cases. The work is reviewed by immediate observation, by checking completed work, by periodic or spot checks, by cross checking, or by another step in the clerical process. Employees in this class may be assigned to work on word processing equipment to produce acceptable copy by manipulating an alphanumeric keyboard and reviewing information on a display screen. The amount of time spent on this type of equipment depends upon the operator’s capability and the job requirements for its efficient operation. An employee in this class may be required to undergo training to develop and/or increase skills in the operation of word processing equipment. Does related work, as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Sorts, indexes and files mail, bills, requisitions, ledger cards and other material; Pulls material from files, makes simple file searches and maintains charge-out records; Maintains records and disburses petty cash; Collects fees and accounts for monies received; Checks reports and records for clerical accuracy, completeness and proper extension; Answers telephone and gives out routine information, and may act as a receptionist; May operate a public address system or relieve at switchboard; Maintains time records and payroll data; Operates mimeograph, Photostat, simple computing and other office machines; Makes arithmetical computations and compiles simple statistical reports; Types correspondence, payrolls, form letters, requisitions, examinations, reports, rosters and other material; Maintains and makes entries on a variety of control and record cards from original sources; Opens and sorts mail; Types, issues and records applications, licenses and permits. The above examples of duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND/OR PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Working knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; working knowledge of business arithmetic and English; ability to type accurately at an acceptable rate of speed; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to get along well with others; ability to write legibly; clerical aptitude; mental alertness; neatness; accuracy; tact and courtesy.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Graduation from high school or possession of an appropriate equivalency diploma recognized by the NYS Department of Education, including or supplemented by a course in typing; OR: B. Graduation from high school or possession of an appropriate equivalency diploma recognized by the NYS Department of Education, AND six (6) months of full-time, paid clerical experience in which typing was required. NOTE: Part-time or volunteer experience will be considered on a prorated basis.
Non-Competitive (PT) |