General Clerk Job Description

  • This is a union position through AFSCME Local 666, subject to union contract provisions.
  • Under the direction of management, performs a variety of daily office tasks such as filing, recording, maintaining records, copying, posting, and other similar duties, using a computer, typewriter, and other word processors.
  • Follows organization and department procedures to complete tasks in a timely manner and at times, may perform the work of other employees of lesser classifications.
  • Clerical duties may be assigned in accordance with the office procedures of individual departments and may include a combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, typing or word processing, stenography, office machine operation, and filing.
  • Completes special projects as assigned and performs related work as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications and/or Requirements

 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

 

  • A high school diploma or its equivalent with 0-3 years of experience in the field or related area.
  • Knowledge of office administration.
  • Possess an ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information. 
  • Skill in the use of general office equipment, including computers and related software.
  • Skill in using Microsoft Office applications, with an emphasis on Excel Spreadsheet, required.
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
  • Ability to interact professionally and constructively with other financial professionals, administrators, other employees, elected officials and the general public.
  • Candidates are also expected to possess and maintain a record of orderly law-abiding citizenship, sobriety, integrity and loyalty, as it pertains to and reflects upon their employment with the City.
  • Candidates must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of their position without excessive absences.
  • Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license and/or state identification card.