Clerk Typist - Williamsville Central School District : Job Details

CLERK TYPIST DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves the performance of standardized clerical tasks such as routine typing. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher ranking employee, who gives detailed instructions for new assignments and practices. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Purchasing, managing supplies; Types forms, form letters, bills, vouchers, records, reports, and similar materials; Collects money and accounts for petty cash; Answers telephone, take messages, relays information directly or over intercommunication system; Assists in the preparation of payrolls; Files correspondence, memoranda, reports and other materials; Acts as receptionist, directing callers to the proper person or office; and gives information of a routine nature; Operates other office machines; Responsible for incoming and outgoing mail to the District Indexes materials; Utilizes enhanced computer systems and equipment in the completion of assigned clerical tasks; Monitors door security. Operates web-based security control system. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Technology skills; Communication and Interpersonal skills; Working knowledge of office terminology procedures, and equipment; Working knowledge of business arithmetic and English; Ability to type from clear copy or rough draft at a reasonable rate of speed; Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; Ability to write legibly; Clerical aptitude; Mental alertness; Neatness; Tact and courtesy; Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma including or supplemented by a course in typing. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: As required by law or statute, subject to medical examination including tuberculin (TB) test, at time of appointment. Subject to a suitability background check investigation, including fingerprinting, local law enforcement check, and verification check of citizenship/residency. A criminal record does not necessarily disqualify applicants from employment, rather an individualized determination will be made. NOTE 1: Office clerical experience, including typing, may be substituted for the high school requirement on a year for year basis. NOTE 2: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.