Police Clerk and Typist (District A-1)

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Boston is seeking a Police Clerk & Typist for provisional appointment in District A-1. This role involves typing, data entry, and public interaction, requiring strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft applications. Applicants must have at least two years of relevant experience and must pass a criminal record check and pre-employment drug test.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in administrative office work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and Google Suite preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Typing reports, letters, memorandums, and other correspondence.
• Handling data entry and filing.
• Answering inquiries from the public over the phone and in person.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Applications

Google Suite

Job description

Overview

This is a provisional appointment.

Under general supervision, the Police Clerk & Typist will be assigned to District A-1.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Typing reports, letters, memorandums, and other correspondence.
• Data entry.
• Answering telephone inquiries.
• Giving information to the public over the phone and in person.
• Maintaining files and records.
• Addressing and mailing correspondence.
• Performing related work as required.
  
  

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Applicants must have at least two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in administrative office work.
• It is strongly preferred that all applicants have p roficiency with Microsoft applications and Google Suite .
• Must be able to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
  
  

Criminal Record Check Required

A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST IS REQUIRED

Boston Residency Required

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU / RL-10

Hours per week: 35