Senior Typist

Mexico Central School District; Town of Mexico (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mexico Central School District invites applications for the position of Senior Typist assigned to Mexico High School. This civil service - competitive appointment is full-time and 12-month, with hours 7:00am–3:00pm, Monday through Friday.

Salary is $43,673 per year with standard contract benefits. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of clerical/kobtyping experience, strong document management skills, and proficiency in Excel, Word and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Minimum 2 years’ clerical experience involving keyboarding.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to set up forms, charts, and tabular listings.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and maintain records and files.
• Support purchase order processing and basic budget tasks.
• Handling sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of office terminology, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Business Math and English.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Customer service experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Record keeping & organization

Discretion & confidentiality

Office terminology knowledge

Business math & English knowledge

Customer service experience

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

ANTICIPATED VACANCY NOTICE

DATE: October 21, 2026

POSITION TITLE: Senior Typist

ASSIGNMENT: Mexico High School

CERTIFICATION: Civil Service - Competitive

START DATE: January 2027

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from High School or equivalency diploma
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in clerical position involving keyboarding
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally, and in writing
• Ability to set up forms, charts, and tabular listings
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to organize and maintain records and files
• Ability to support purchase order processing and basic budget management tasks
• Managing sensitive information with a high level of discretion and confidentiality
• Knowledge of office terminology, practices, and procedures
• Knowledge of Business Math and English
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with customer service

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Full-time, probationary appointment
• 12-month position
• 7:00am-3:00pm, Monday through Friday
• $43,673.00 per year
• Benefits as per contract

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

The Mexico Central School District is in compliance with federal and state laws governing equal opportunity prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic background, religion, sex, age, marital status, physical handicap, and any other protected category under federal, state, or local laws. EOE/AA. This position will be filled in accordance with Civil Service Law.