City of Burbank

CLERICAL WORKER

Posted: 1 days ago

Job Description

The ideal candidate for this position is detail-oriented, organized, and professional, with excellent communication and customer service skills. We are looking for someone who has experience performing clerical tasks such as data entry, filing, proofreading, and operating standard office equipment, who can manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. They must be comfortable managing a large volume of documents, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the preparation of official documents and notices. As a reliable and collaborative team member, they will need to demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, and a commitment to public service. OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT Open to all qualified candidates.Tentative Examination Dates For This RecruitmentWeek of TBD - Practical examinationDates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.Under direction, to perform of a variety of clerical and office work; and to do related work as required.Essential FunctionsPerforms clerical duties such as typing, proofreading, filing, operating office machines, assists the public; checks and records information on records; refers calls to appropriate personnel; responds to routine procedural and directional inquiries; writes receipts for fees; assists in mail delivery operation; prepares and maintains files and other records; prepares and sends out notices; assists in the performance of a variety of routine accounting and statistical duties.Minimum QualificationsEmployment Standards: Knowledge in modern office methods, procedures, and equipment.Skill in accurate use of figures, grammar, punctuations, and spelling.Ability to organize and maintain files; understand and interpret written material; learn and understand oral instructions; operate a variety of office equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.Education/Training: One year of office clerical experience or completion of a full-time, six-month business course in a recognized business school or six months experience in the City’s Work Trainee program.

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