Efficient Office Clerk — Growth Opportunities & Benefits

VPI Technology Group; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Protean Instruments in Knoxville, TN is seeking a detail-oriented Office Clerk to join our team. The Office Clerk will perform routine clerical duties to support the organization.

The ideal candidate is both technically capable and highly organized, with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality. The role involves typing, filing, mail handling, calendar management, and operating standard office equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Clerical experience preferred.
• Ability to type at least 40 words per minute.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties including typing, filing and completion of related organizational forms
• Operate office machines including copiers, scanners, phone/voicemail systems, computers and other standard office equipment
• Answer phones, direct calls to appropriate individuals and prepare messages
• Copies, sort and file records related to office activities, business transactions and other matters as directed
• Prepare letters, memorandums, forms and reports according to written and verbal instructions
• Sort incoming mail and deliver to appropriate department or individual and process outgoing mail
• Maintain filing systems either manually or electronically
• Manage calendar and schedule appointments as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Clerical experience

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Office equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Protean Instruments in Knoxville, TN is seeking a detail-oriented Office Clerk to join our team. The Office Clerk will perform routine clerical duties to support the organization.

The ideal candidate is both technically capable and highly organized, with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality. The role involves typing, filing, mail handling, calendar management, and operating standard office equipment.