Community Aide (NCS) - Employees' and Elected Officials' Retirement System

Baltimore City; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore City Government is seeking a dependable, customer-service oriented individual for a temporary non-civil service Community Aide/Clerical position. The role requires passing a criminal background check and involves office support duties in an active municipal environment.

Duties include scanning and organizing documents, filing records, operating imaging equipment, and assisting with general office tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of document management and clerical experience.
• Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and scan various documents for electronic retention purposes.
• Process and organize scanned documents in various formats for retention on network and local drives.
• Copy, sort, and file records related to office activities, business transactions, and other matters.
• Operate office machines including document imaging equipment to create electronic files.
• Prepare index, digitalized paperwork, and electronically store images according to organizational guidelines.
• Performs various other duties as needed or assigned.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Reading/comprehension

Accounting basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

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Starting Pay:

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$18.00 Hourly

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Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here_:_ https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Job Summary:

The Retirement Systems (ERS) is seeking an individual who is dependable and focused on customer service, to fill a temporary non-civil service Community Aide/Clerical position. This is a position of trust. The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal background check.

Essential Functions:

This position will be responsible for performing a variety of office support duties which may include, but not limited to the following:

• Prepare and scan various documents for electronic retention purposes;
• Process and organize scanned documents in various formats for retention on network and local drives;
• Copy, sort, and file records related to office activities, business transactions, and other matters;
• Operate office machines including document imaging equipment to create electronic files;
• Prepare index, digitalized paperwork, and electronically store images according to organizational guidelines;
• Performs various other duties as needed or assigned

Work is performed in an office setting under supervision from an administrative superior. Work involves lifting and moving boxes short distances, reaching above shoulders or bending to retrieve boxes/files, and prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

AND

Experience: Have one year of document management and clerical experience.

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 – Intermediate level and above
• A strong work ethic and proactive critical thinking skills
• Ability to deal courteously with employees at all levels of government and to work effectively with varying temperament, both in person and by telephone
• Keen attention to detail and sound judgement
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions.
• Basic knowledge of accounting terminology and spreadsheets

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER