This is a temporary/part-time position. Under immediate supervision, does routine clerical work of limited difficulty following well established procedures, and does related or other work as required.
This position is established for routine clerical work of limited difficulty and the work may be temporary or part-time depending on the needs of the department. Assignments may be temporary, project based or seasonal in nature, or part-time to meet routine clerical tasks that help meet departments’ needs.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Receives, opens, sorts, time stamps, routes and weighs mail; addresses, stuffs and seals envelopes; affixes and records postage.
Sorts and files correspondence, forms, records, reports, documents, and other materials alphabetically, numerically, or by other predetermined classifications; retrieves material from files; prepares files for storage.
Performs routine tallying or checking tasks; makes routine notations on a variety of records; assembles booklets, reports, and other office materials.
Operates various types of standard business machines for which previous training or experience is not required; may receive training in the operation of specialized office machines such as copiers, scanners, and computers.
Makes simple arithmetic calculations.
Picks up, delivers, and distributes various intra- and inter-office items such as memos, messages, and supplies.
Greets those entering the office, answers telephone and takes and transmits messages; may furnish routine information.
Assists in proofreading typewritten material; may type short items, labels, lists, and basic memos.
KNOWLEDGE
Basic punctuation, spelling, and grammar; basic arithmetic; basic filing and recordkeeping system; standard language mechanics; general office practices and procedures; computers and standard office equipment.
ABILITY
Be accurate; see numbers and letters accurately in sequence; work under pressure; learn office procedures and operation of office equipment; keep material confidential; follow oral and written directions; work well with others; accept responsibility beyond immediate scope; sort things systematically; read and understand job related material; utilize standard office procedures and equipment; operate computers and related software.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting for long periods; walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, grabbing, bending, squatting, climbing; Lifting-Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual-Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking-Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological-Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact; Special Requirements-Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental-Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions.
San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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