Substitute Typist Clerk (opens in new window/tab)

Nassau BOCES; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Nassau BOCES is seeking a Substitute Typist Clerk to perform routine typing and clerical tasks across multiple locations. The role involves handling forms, letters, payrolls, mail, and basic office operations under general supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma and strong organizational skills. Duties include answering phones, welcoming visitors, sorting mail, and operating office equipment in a dynamic school district environment.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from high school.
• Proficiency in basic typing and clerical tasks.
• Ability to answer phones, greet visitors, and manage mail.

Responsibilities

• Types forms, letters, bills, payrolls, records, and reports.
• Composes and types routine letters.
• Answers telephone, takes messages, and schedules appointments.
• Acts as receptionist or information clerk.
• Checks and proofreads applications, vouchers, and letters for accuracy.
• Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.
• Operates office machines.

Skills

Typing

Clerical Skills

Reception

Proofreading

Mail Handling

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Office Suite

Job description

Substitute Typist Clerk JobID: 3754

• Position Type: Substitute - Classified/ TYPIST CLERK SUB
• Date Posted: 8/24/2026
• Location: Multiple Locations
• Closing Date: 12/01/2026

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs routine typing and clerical work involving standardized clerical tasks; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, the duties require the use of judgment in the performance of standardized clerical tasks, and the work is reviewed for quality, accuracy, and correctness.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• *1. Types forms, form letters, bills, vouchers, payrolls, records, catalog cards, reports, index cards, accounts, statements, charts, transcripts, etc.
• *2. Composes and types routine letters.
• 3. Answers telephone, takes messages, and makes appointments.
• 4. Acts as receptionist or information clerk.
• 5. Checks and proofreads applications, vouchers, forms, and letters for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with prescribed procedures.
• *6. Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.
• *7. Operates various office machines.

ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience

1. Graduation from high school.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, victim of domestic violence status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law. In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES does not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee's or dependent's reproductive health decision-making. Additional information is available by contacting the following individuals: Sammy Gergis, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2358, [e-mail] and/or Mark Raimondi - Acting Director, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2347, [e-mail] . For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act. A complete version of the Non-Discrimination Statement and the Policy Manual are available on the Nassau BOCES website at www.nassauboces.org.