Position: Clerk Typist I

Position Summary:

Performs routine clerical and typing duties. Employees in this class performs clerical and typing work which requires little training or on-the-job development, and involves only limited judgment. The work is normally performed under general supervision in accordance with specific procedures and instructions. Detailed instructions and close supervision are provided for new or unusual assignments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Types letters, memoranda, tabulations, stencils and other material involving simple set-up or standardized formats;
• Types prescribed information on form letters, envelopes, cards and folders; types rough drafts from dictating machines;
• Performs copy typing from rough draft or clear copy;
• Sorts and files correspondence, forms, reports and other materials alphabetically, numerically or by other predetermined classification; maintains simple records;
• Compiles prescribed information from readily available sources; operates standard office machines to reproduce copies, make simple arithmetic computations, etc.;
• Answers telephone and take messages or refer calls; answers repetitive inquiries or supplies information provided by others;
• Proof reads, assembles and prepares material for distribution of filing; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Some knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic;
• Ability to make simple arithmetical computations and tabulations;
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Ability to learn assigned tasks readily, to adhere to prescribed routines and to develop some skill in the operation of common office equipment;
• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with others;
• Ability to type at the established rate of speed;
• Clerical aptitude; and
• Good physical condition.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

Completion of a standard high school diploma or GED.

Certification:

None required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

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.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information:

None.