Clerical Assistant, Bureau of Environmental Disease and Injury Prevention

Techdirt, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clerical Assistant to join their Bureau of Environmental Disease and Injury Prevention. This role is vital for promoting healthy environments and ensuring health equity. You will be responsible for reviewing data accuracy, preparing official documents, and maintaining confidential records. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a chance to contribute to public health initiatives. If you have strong communication skills and a commitment to service, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Work From Home Policy

Job Security

Financial Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of satisfactory clerical experience.
• Typing speed of at least 100 keystrokes per minute.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify data for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare Commissioner's Orders and send educational brochures.
• Maintain confidential patient medical documents.

Skills

Customer Service

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Typing Speed (100+ KPM)

Basic Computer Literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Clerical Assistant, Bureau of Environmental Disease and Injury Prevention

Location: New York City, NY

Position Overview

Open to candidates who are permanent in the civil service title of Clerical Associate or who filed for THE NEW YORK CITY BRIDGE EXAM No. 3971 within the filing period from June 7, 2023, to July 18, 2023. The test date is expected to begin on Monday, September 18, 2023. The mission of the bureau is to prevent environmental disease and injury, promote healthy environments, and ensure health equity.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify data for accuracy and compliance with protocols
• Prepare Commissioner's Orders to abate nuisance letters
• Send educational brochures to families of children with elevated blood lead levels
• Communicate with the medical community regarding program information
• Maintain confidential patient medical documents
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned

Preferred Skills

• Strong customer service background
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Courteous telephone manner
• Basic computer literacy with willingness to learn additional skills

Benefits and Perks

• Loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Tax-deferred savings program
• Work From Home policy (up to two days/week)
• Job security and opportunity to contribute to public health

About the NYC Health Department

Established in 1805, it is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving NYC residents' health through various programs and initiatives.

Application Details

Interested candidates should contact the designated email address provided in the application process. The department is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of satisfactory clerical experience

Skills Requirement

• Typing speed of at least 100 keystrokes per minute

Additional Information

• Open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55-a Program
• Residency requirement within 90 days of appointment, with some exceptions