Typist Clerk I - Cl24-25-026-I

DEFINITION

Under close supervision, performs a variety of basic clerical duties at a school site or District office site.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an entry level position characterized by assisting other secretarial or clerical employees.

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

Classified (Clerical)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1.Performs a variety of clerical work including typing of letters, memoranda, lists, tests, or other material from written directions or examples. (E)

2.Files and sorts a wide variety of documents/materials. (E)

3.Assists office visitors by providing information on routine procedural questions; answers the telephone.

4.Operates general office machines to include keyboards.

5.Posts information on bulletin boards; helps distribute and sort incoming mail. (E)

6.Makes routine mathematical calculations.

7.With supervision, may assist in the nurse's office in the absence of the Health Technician and/or School Nurse. (E)

8.Provides vacation and temporary relief as required.

9.Performs other related duties as assigned.

(E) = Essential Functions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of:

• Filing systems, telephone techniques;

• Basic computer applications;

• English usage, spelling, grammar, and math.

Ability to:

• Communicate verbally and in writing;

• Exercise good judgment;

• Operate a keyboard and typewriter at 40 wpm;

• Learn, organize, prioritize and adapt;

• Apply rules, regulations and policies;

• Assess problems;

• Operate office machines;

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships;

• Deal with sensitive matters appropriately.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade. A combination of training and experience may be substituted for formal education.

• No experience required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• A school office or district office environment;

• Considerable distraction from office activities;

• May work under timelines;

• Subject to frequent interruptions and contact with students, parents and others.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Bending at the waist and reaching to retrieve and maintain files and records;

• Carrying, pushing, pulling or lifting light equipment and supplies;

• Climbing, occasional use of step ladders;

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment;

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone;

• Kneeling, crouching or stooping;

• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally;

• Visual ability to read, prepare/process documents and to monitor office and student activities;

• Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time;

• Mobility.

HAZARDS

• Some contact with toxic materials;

• Exposure to contact with blood or body fluids and potential exposure to communicable diseases;

• Extended viewing of computer monitor;

• May be exposed to contact with uncooperative or abusive individuals;

• Working around and with office equipment having moving parts.

Board Approved:

Revised: 09/19/97

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