The Clerk I performs office and clerical work of limited complexity. An employee in this class is responsible for performing, according to well established procedures, clerical tasks which can be readily learned by training on the job and which require limited judgment in their execution. Work involving varied tasks is normally given closer supervision that that which is repetitive in nature. Advice is received on unusual work problems and work is usually reviewed or checked upon completion. Clerk I's may make arithmetic or similar checks of the work of other employees for accuracy, but does not exercise direct supervision over other employees.
Sorts, arranges and files material alphabetically, numerically and by other predetermined classifications;
Maintains simple records and compiles prescribed information from records at hand;
Operates standard office machines to reproduce copies and make routine arithmetic calculations;
Prepares records/files for microfilming and operates microfilming equipment;
Set-up, prepares and fingerprints new or current employees as needed;
Dispenses factual information of a routine and repetitive nature by phone or by using appropriate form letters;
Compares figures against one another and finds errors to correct imbalances;
Performs messenger tasks; may perform simple typing tasks; and
Performs related duties as assigned.
Some knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic;
Ability to learn assigned clerical tasks readily, to adhere to prescribed routines and to develop some skill in the operation of office machines/equipment;
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;
Ability to make simple arithmetical computations with accuracy;
Ability to write legibly; and
Ability to maintain and establish effective working relationships with other employees and the general public; clerical aptitude; and must be in good physical condition.
Completion of a standard high school diploma or GED with some experience in performing general clerical work or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
None Required.
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
None.
