Clerk (Temporary)
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$52291 per year |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Kingston, New York |
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Job Description
Job Description
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work is primarily of routine nature and involves the performance of standardized clerical tasks. Although detailed instructions are given for new or difficult assignments and procedures are rather definitely fixed. Employees must exercise independent judgment in applying them to specific cases. The work is reviewed by immediate observation, by checking completed work, by periodic or spot checks, by cross checking, or by another step in the clerical process.
**YOU MUST COMPLETE THE CITY OF KINGSTON NY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.
APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT 2021 Amended Employment Application.xlsx**
APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT 2021 Amended Employment Application.xlsx**
TEMPORARY POSITION WHICH IS EXPECTED TO LAST FOR THREE MONTHS ONLY.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work is primarily of routine nature and involves the performance of standardized clerical tasks. Although detailed instructions are given for new or difficult assignments and procedures are rather definitely fixed. Employees must exercise independent judgment in applying them to specific cases. The work is reviewed by immediate observation, by checking completed work, by periodic or spot checks, by cross checking, or by another step in the clerical process.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only)
- Sorts, indexes and files mail, bills, requisitions, ledger cards and other material.
- Pulls material from files, makes simple file searches and maintains charge out records.
- Issues and records applications, licenses and permits.
- Collect fees and accounts for monies received.
- Checks reports and records for clerical accuracy, completeness and proper extension.
- Answers telephone and gives out routine information.
- Maintains time record and payroll data.
- Operates mimeograph, fax machine and other office equipment.
- Makes entries on control cards or in ledger from original sources.
- Makes arithmetical computations and compiles simple statistical reports.
- May maintain simple stock control records and issue supplies and tools.
- Does related work as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Working knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; working knowledge of business arithmetic and English; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to get along well with others; ability to write legibly; clerical aptitude; mental alertness; neatness; accuracy; tact and courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must meet the following requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
- Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
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