INTERMEDIATE CLERK, TEMPORARY SERVICES REGISTRY PROGRAM (TEMPLA)

Los Angeles County; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented individual to perform specialized clerical duties. This role involves processing documents, maintaining records, and providing information to the public. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong customer focus, responsibility, and excellent verbal abilities. With a commitment to accuracy and compliance, you will play a crucial role in supporting the operations of a vital public service. If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to your community while developing your skills in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a TempLA certificate of completion to meet selection requirements.
• Valid California Class C Driver License is required.

Responsibilities

• Processes documents and reviews them for accuracy and compliance.
• Answers public inquiries regarding regulations and services.
• Maintains records and performs clerical duties with specialized knowledge.

Skills

Customer Focus

Learning Potential

Responsibility

Following Instructions

Numerical Calculation

Verbal Ability

Tools

Office Machines

Job description

EXAM NUMBER
R1138K-R

FILING PERIOD
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT)

This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Job Opportunity

DEFINITION
Performs specialized clerical duties.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
Positions allocable to this class typically report to a clerical supervisor or higher and perform specialized clerical duties requiring a working knowledge of specialized subject matter and the specialized clerical functions involved. Performance of assigned duties requires initiative and independent judgment within procedural and policy limits.

• Processes documents according to established procedures; examples include reports, charts, tables and lists, bills, receipts, statements, case files, permits, licenses, and notices.
• Reviews documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal and other requirements.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public concerning regulations, procedures, forms, applications, programs and services, and permit requests.
• 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.
• Compares or segregates documents where specialized knowledge of the function and more than a routine check for completeness and accuracy is involved.
• Utilizes office machines such as computers or terminals, copiers, scanners, or calculators incidental to the performance of other duties.
• Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material.
• Indexes and cross-references records and files.
• Sorts, arranges and files documents and publications; retrieves and issues filed materials.
• Calculates amounts due, collects fees, and issues receipts.
• Requests, receives, stores, inventories, and issues office supplies, and maintains related records.
• Receives, sorts and distributes mail.
• Serves as a receptionist or counter clerk, as needed.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A Certificate of Participation by the County of Los Angeles, Department of Human Resources Temporary Services Registry Program, TEMPLA*. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to meet the Selection Requirements, you MUST attach a TempLA certificate of completion at the time of filing or within ten (10) calendar days of filing your application online.
LICENSE REQUIRED:
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 II – LIGHT:
Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment weighted 100%, that will assess:

• Customer Focus
• Learning Potential
• Responsibility
• Following Instructions
• Numerical Calculation
• Verbal Ability

MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date the list is created.

VACANCY INFORMATION
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout County of Los Angeles, as they occur.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be submitted online only. We will begin receiving applications on March 1, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until needs of the service are met. All applications must be received before 5 p.m. (PT) on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

Any additional documents, IF ANY , must be received at the time of filing or within ten (10) calendar days from application submission.

Apply online by clicking the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.

Fill out your application completely including the required Supplemental Questions detailing experience relating to the Selection Requirements. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.

Important: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
We need for you to use your own social security number during filing to ensure your application is processed accurately. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number.

COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.