CLERK I (GENERIC)
Dallas, TX
| Employer: | Dallas County |
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Brief Description Performs limited routine support tasks primarily involving customer service and support/clerical activities which may include: processing requests for information; entering and maintaining data; answering routine inquiries; and filing and maintaining data, correspondence, files, reports, etc. Works within a well-defined framework of policies and procedures, under immediate supervision. Detailed Description Performs support/clerical duties to include alphabetizing, indexing, verifying, filing and maintaining documents, materials and files.Interacts effectively with the public or other departments by answering routine inquiries and processing requests for information. Inputs, accesses and maintains databases, files and other documents. Prepares and/or processes a variety of documents, instruments, records, bills, or vouchers.May accept, track, and distribute monies, records, correspondence, materials, files and information to appropriate persons, agencies and other entities.Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. Ability to type 25 wpm or 50 kspm. Candidates for all clerical, administrative and/or secretarial positions will be required to take and pass at least one skill(s) test(s) which will be determined by the Elected Official or Department Head based on the position and the operational needs of the department. Testing may include one or more of the following: 10-key, Coding, Data entry, Filing, Grammar, Math, MS Excel, MS Word, Proof Reading, Spelling, Sorting, Timed Typing (3 minute). Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, organize and process work and establish and maintain effective working relationships and provide excellent customer service to other County employees and the general public.May require prolonged sitting, standing, walking and ability to lift files, boxes, and other materials up to 25 pounds, unassisted. Additional Details All applications must be completed online through Dallas County website (www.dallascounty.org). Please click on Employment. Click on Future Dallas County Employee, Click on Sign In then Accept Privacy Agreement. Click on New User if you have not registered. Click on Login if you already have an account in Taleo OR Click on Current Dallas County Employees (Employees ONLY), Click on Sign In and Login. Paper applications will not be accepted for this position.The hiring process involves successful completion of each step or your application will be rejected. The steps include Criminal History Review, Polygraph Examination, Initial Interview, Review of Personal History Statement and Documents, Physical Examination, Supervisory Interview, and Background Investigation. Documents must be presented upon request: The following are required: Birth Certificate Social Security Card High School Transcript or Diploma or GED Certificate or College Transcript Texas Driver's License/Texas Identification Document Card (ID)If applicable, the following are needed: Certified college transcript(s) Current marriage license Divorce Decree(s) - complete decree Military Discharge (DD-214 long form) (MALES ONLY) Selective Service Registration Card or Exemption from Registration Proof of required licenses and/or certifications for certain positions | |