OFFICE SERVICES CLERK

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maryland seeks a clerical assistant to support the Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP) unit in Elkton, MD. The role focuses on welcoming clients, handling reception duties, and assisting with eligibility inquiries in a fast-paced county health department.

The position requires high school graduation or GED and at least one year of clerical experience; substitutions for education/experience are allowed per policy. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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: Substitutions may apply (30 credit hours for one year; six months clerical training; military service substitutions).

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support for the Maryland Children's Health Program (MCHP) unit.
• Perform reception duties for MCHP clients and assist them with eligibility inquiries.

Skills

Diversity experience

Public entitlements

Computer skills

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Cecil County Health Department, Elkton, MD

GRADE

ASTD8

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to provide clerical support for the Maryland Children's Health Program (MCHP) unit by performing reception duties for MCHP clients and assisting them with eligibility inquiries.

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

The desired candidate should possess:

• Experience working with a diverse population in a quick-paced, high-volume office environment.
• Experience working in a public entitlement program(s).
• Experience working with various computer programs.
• Bilingual.

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.

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.

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