Clerk - (HHS Finance and Admin)

Full Job Description

Pay Schedule I, Grade 16, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, HHS Finance and Administration Operations.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.

A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Requirements

Job Purpose
Under general supervision, provides routine office support, such as sorting and distributing mail, answering phones, and directing visitors.

Essential Job Duties

• Receives and directs incoming telephone calls. Answers inquiries and provides routine information to the public. Receives and directs visitors, and may serve as receptionist.
• Receives, sorts, and delivers intra- and inter-office communications, packages, and other materials.
• Performs routine filing of documents according to established office procedures.
• Operates office machinery, such as mimeograph machines, photocopiers, and fax machines.

Examples of Other Duties
Receives and issues office supplies. Performs occasional light typing or word processing. Performs other related duties as assigned.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in this class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Completion of 10th grade.

Experience as described in the essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Preferred Qualifications
Possession of a valid license equivalent to a non-provisional, non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license.

EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.

Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Additional Information

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work among positions in this class varies, but most often involves frequent walking and standing, some lifting and carrying of objects of moderate weight.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.