OFFICE SERVICES CLERK

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland is seeking a dedicated Clerk/Records Technician to maintain official statewide death investigation reporting records for the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME). This full-time role emphasizes data integrity and long-term retention of critical information.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least one year of clerical experience; substitutions, medical terminology familiarity, and typing skills are considered in the selection process.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• One year of clerical experience.
• 30 college credit hours may substitute for one year of experience.
• Six months clerical training may substitute for six months of experience.
• Military service can substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain official statewide death investigation reporting records for OCME.
• Ensure records are retained and accessible for long-term needs.

Skills

Medical terminology

Typing

Transcribing

Office practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME)

GRADE

ASTD8

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME)
900 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21223

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position will be to maintain official statewide death investigation reporting records for the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME). This information is of such importance that it must be retained into perpetuity.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience : One year of experience performing clerical duties.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours of education at an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.
• Six months clerical training with three courses in subjects such as keyboarding, clerical math, word processing, spreadsheets, database, graphics presentation, proofreading, or office etiquette may be substituted for six months of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Administrative classifications or in Administrative, Clerical, or Office Services specialty codes in the Clerical Support field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with and/or knowledge of medical terminology (spelling and comprehension)
• Experience typing and/or transcribing vital information (necessary for autopsy reports and other related documents)
• Experience with office practices, procedures and equipment

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.