Clerk PT

Erie County; Town of Clarence (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Clarence is seeking a detail-oriented clerical worker to perform routine standardized tasks under supervision. Primary duties include sorting and indexing mail, filing, answering telephones, and operating office equipment.

The role supports payroll and timekeeping activities while maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalency; relevant part-time or volunteer experience can contribute toward full-time requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
• Office clerical experience may substitute for the high school requirement on a year-to-year basis.
• Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Sorts, indexes and files mail, bills, requisitions, ledger cards, and other material alphabetically and numerically.
• Answers telephones and gives out information; operates office machines and time stamps.
• Assists in payroll preparation and maintenance of time cards; maintains file records and distributes mail.

Skills

Office terminology

Written English

Clerical aptitude

Tact and courtesy

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Town of Clarence, One Town Place, Clarence, New York 14031
The Town of Clarence is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Opening:

Distinguishing Features of the Class:

The work involves the performance of routine standardized clerical tasks. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher-ranking employee. Detailed instructions are given for new assignments and practices. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities:

Sorts, indexes and files mail, bills, requisitions, ledger cards, and other material alphabetically and numerically; Pulls material from files, makes file searches, maintains charge-out records and file cards; Checks reports and records for accuracy and completeness; Answers telephones and gives out information; Operates office machines; Makes entries on cards, bills or in ledgers from original sources; Assists in the preparation of payrolls and maintenance of time cards; Opens, time-stamps, sorts and distributes mail; Operates a telephone; Makes simple arithmetic computations; Gives directional information; Utilizes enhanced computer systems and equipment in the completion of assigned clerical tasks.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

Good knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; Working knowledge of business arithmetic and English; Working knowledge of the functions and organization of the agency to which assigned; Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; Ability to write legibly; Dependability; Clerical aptitude; Tact and courtesy; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school possession of a high school equivalency diploma. Note: Office clerical experience may be substituted for the high school requirement on a year-to-year basis.

Note: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting fulltime experience requirements.