Administrative Clerk

Mississippi Department of Employment Security; Tutwiler (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Administrative Clerk role at Mississippi Department of Employment Security provides clerical and administrative support across departments, handling routine typing, filing and general office duties with independence.

You will produce documents using word processing and spreadsheets, edit for grammar, manage mail, protect confidentiality, and assist staff, inmates and visitors as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Two years of full-time clerical or administrative office experience required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office or similar software preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Minimum age 18 years.

Responsibilities

• Produce finished documents efficiently using word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Independently edit documents to correct spelling and grammar.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of records.
• Oversee incoming and outgoing mail per rules and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with staff, inmates and visitors.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Clerical skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

The Administrative Clerk provides clerical and administrative support for various departments. Performs varied and moderately complex typing, clerical functions and related general office duties that require independent judgment in the use of work methods and procedures.

• Produce finished documents efficiently using word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Independently edit documents making necessary corrections to include spelling and grammar.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of records in accordance with corporate and facility procedures.
• Oversee incoming and outgoing mail in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with staff, inmates and visitors; respond to verbal/written inquiries and requests.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.
• Two years of experience in full-time clerical, or administrative office work is required. Additional qualifying education at an accredited college, business school or technical institute in office administration or a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis up to one year.
• Experience in Microsoft Office or other similar software applications is preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.