Bilingual Typist Clerk I - Mandarin - CL24-25-245-I

Chino Valley Unified School District; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Bilingual Clerk to support communication and clerical tasks within the school environment. This role involves translating materials, assisting staff in interactions with non-English speaking students, and performing essential clerical duties. The ideal candidate will possess strong bilingual communication skills and a foundational understanding of clerical operations. Join a vibrant team that values diversity and fosters an inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive. If you are passionate about education and making a difference, this position offers a rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English and another language.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Experience working with bilingual students is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare written translations of school materials.
• Assist staff in communicating with non-English speaking students.
• Perform clerical work including typing and filing.

Skills

Bilingual Communication

Clerical Skills

Typing (40 wpm)

Filing Systems

Basic Computer Applications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Office Machines

Job description

DEFINITION
Under close supervision, performs a variety of basic clerical duties at a school site or District office site.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position differs from that of a Typist Clerk I as the assignment includes interpreting in a language other than English orally or in writing.

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP
Classified (Clerical)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Prepares written translations of school or District authorized material from English to another language. (E)
2. Assists school staff in communicating orally with non-English speaking students and community members. (E)
3 . Performs a variety of clerical work including typing of letters, memoranda, lists, tests, or other material from written directions or examples. (E)
4. Files and sorts a wide variety of documents/materials. (E)
5. Assists office visitors by providing information on routine procedural questions; answers the telephone.
6. Operates general office machines to include keyboards.
7. Posts information on bulletin boards; helps distribute and sort incoming mail. (E)
8. Makes routine mathematical calculations.
9. With supervision, may assist in the nurse=s office in the absence of the Health Technician and/or School Nurse. (E)
10. Provides vacation and temporary relief as required.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

(E) = Essential Functions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of:
- Filing systems, telephone techniques;
- Basic computer applications;
- Grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and modern usage of English and another language;
- English and foreign language equivalent of general, technical, and subject matter terms.

Ability to:
- Communicate verbally and in writing in idiomatic English and another language;
- Read English and another language with comprehension;
- Exercise good judgment;
- Operate a keyboard and typewriter at 40 wpm;
- Learn, organize, prioritize and adapt;
- Apply rules, regulations and policies;
- Assess problems; - Operate office machines;
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships;
- Deal with sensitive matters appropriately.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade. A combination of training and experience may be substituted for formal education.
- Paid or volunteer experience working with bilingual students/community members highly desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS
- A school office or district office environment;
- Considerable distraction from office activities;
- May work under timelines;
- Subject to frequent interruptions and contact with students, parents and others.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES
- Bending at the waist and reaching to retrieve and maintain files and records;
- Carrying, pushing, pulling or lifting light equipment and supplies;
- Climbing, occasional use of step ladders;
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment;
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone;
- Kneeling, crouching or stooping; - Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally;
- Visual ability to read, prepare/process documents and to monitor office and student activities;
- Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time;
- Mobility.

HAZARDS
- Some contact with toxic materials;
- Exposure to contact with blood or body fluids and potential exposure to communicable diseases;
- Extended viewing of computer monitor;
- May be exposed to contact with uncooperative or abusive individuals;
- Working around and with office equipment having moving parts.

Board Approved: 01/15/87
Revised: 09/19/97