Clerk Typist I & II — Detail‑Oriented Admin Support

City of Bakersfield, CA; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bakersfield, CA invites applications for Clerk Typist I and II. Positions involve routine typing and clerical tasks under supervision, with higher duties for Clerk Typist II. Applicants must have a HS diploma or GED and a typing certificate (40 net WPM) dated within the last two years. Exams include an oral appraisal interview the week of Sept.

21, 2026. Open date: 8/27/26; Closing date: 9/10/26 at 1:00 PM PT. Wages are hourly, with I and II levels listed above.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent GED.
• For Clerk Typist II: HS/GED plus business typing courses or equivalent experience.
• Typing certificate 40 net WPM required (within last two years).

Responsibilities

• Performs routine typing and clerical duties under supervision.
• Performs general typing and moderately difficult clerical work under supervision.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Office equipment operation

PC software navigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Business typing courses

Tools

Typing Certificate

Job description

The City of Bakersfield, CA invites applications for Clerk Typist I and II. Positions involve routine typing and clerical tasks under supervision, with higher duties for Clerk Typist II. Applicants must have a HS diploma or GED and a typing certificate (40 net WPM) dated within the last two years. Exams include an oral appraisal interview the week of Sept.

21, 2026. Open date: 8/27/26; Closing date: 9/10/26 at 1:00 PM PT. Wages are hourly, with I and II levels listed above.