Senior Typist

Cohoes-City-School-District; City of Cohoes (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cohoes City School District is seeking a reliable Guidance Office Secretary to support clerical operations in the guidance office. The role requires accurate typing, accurate data entry, and the ability to follow written and oral directions with tact and courtesy.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and two years of clerical experience. Good organization, neatness, and the ability to work well with students, parents and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of clerical experience with typing.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions accurately.

Skills

Office terminology

Office procedures

Business arithmetic

Typing

English

Oral and written directions

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Good knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; good knowledge of business arithmetic and English; ability to type accurately at a satisfactory rate of speed; ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions; ability to get along well with others; ability to write legibly; clerical aptitude; mental alertness; neatness; accuracy; tact and courtesy; integrity; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with demands and duties of the position.

Assignment: Guidance Office Secretary

Acceptable Experience and Training: Graduation from high school (or possession of a high school equivalency diploma) and two years of clerical experience which shall have involved typing; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.