INTERMEDIATE CLERK / EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT HOMELESSNESS

Los Angeles County; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to fill emergency Intermediate Clerk vacancies. This role is crucial in addressing the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles County. You will process documents, maintain records, and assist the public with inquiries. The position offers an initial 90-day period with the potential for permanent employment based on performance. Join a dedicated team making a direct impact on the community, and help shape the future of services for those in need. If you are looking for a meaningful career that contributes to social welfare, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Six months of office clerical experience or relevant education required.
• Ability to process documents and maintain records effectively.

Responsibilities

• Processes documents and maintains records according to procedures.
• Answers public inquiries and provides information on services.

Skills

Office clerical experience

Document processing

Customer service

Data management

Education

Certificate in clerical procedures

Associate of Arts degree in office administration

Tools

Office machines (computers, copiers, scanners)

Job description

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

FILING DATES:

This is a reposting to extend the filing period.

This reposting will open for applications on September 17, 2024 at 8:00 AM (Pacific Time)

This opportunity will remain open until the needs of the position are met.

EXAM NUMBER:

b1138A-EA

The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Intermediate Clerk vacancies related to the homelessness crisis.

Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.

Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Intermediate Clerk.

Responsibilities:

1. Processes documents according to established procedures; examples include reports, charts, tables and lists, bills, receipts, statements, case files, permits, licenses, and notices.
2. Reviews documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal and other requirements.
3. Answers questions and provides information to the public concerning regulations, procedures, forms, applications, programs and services, and permit requests.
4. Maintains records requiring specialized knowledge and judgment in the selection, compilation or computation of data; examples include cost records and distribution and control ledgers which can be posted without extensive knowledge of bookkeeping.
5. Compares or segregates documents where specialized knowledge of the function and more than a routine check for completeness and accuracy is involved.
6. Utilizes office machines such as computers or terminals, copiers, scanners, or calculators incidental to the performance of other duties.
7. Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material.
8. Indexes and cross-references records and files.
9. Sorts, arranges and files documents and publications; retrieves and issues filed materials.
10. Calculates amounts due, collects fees, and issues receipts.
11. Requests, receives, stores, inventories, and issues office supplies, and maintains related records.
12. Receives, sorts and distributes mail.
13. Serves as a receptionist or counter clerk as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Six months of office clerical experience in the service of the County of Los Angeles or in districts under the jurisdiction of the County -OR- One year of office clerical experience outside the service of the County of Los Angeles -OR- A certificate or Associate of Arts degree in clerical procedures or office administration from an accredited college or university.
Applicants must have required experience at time of filing. No withholds will be accepted.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

EXAMINATION CONTENT:
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.

DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
HR Examinations Unit: [phone]
HR Examinations Unit Email: [e-mail]
Analyst Contact Phone: Hon Sang Cheang [phone]
Analyst Contact Email: [e-mail]

ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: [phone]
TELETYPE PHONE: [phone]
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONES: [phone]