The Sanitation Districts are a non-civil services public agency with over 1,700 employees. Our Joint Administration Office in Whittier is conveniently located near the 60/605-freeway interchange, 15 miles from downtown L.A. The Sanitation Districts also have various opportunities to enhance career growth as evidenced through various programs including tuition reimbursement, professional development, mentoring, and professional dues reimbursement. Benefit information can be found on our website at www.lacsd.org or by clicking on the Position Title and then the Benefits tab.

LOCATION:  
     FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, REVENUE COLLECTIONS GROUP, JOINT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, WHITTIER
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
     To accomplish progressively more responsible clerical and typing tasks using word processing equipment; and to provide a wide variety of office support duties with increasing independence and proficiency.
 
JOB SUMMARY: 
    Under general supervision, the incumbent utilizes computer applications to assist with accounting, purchasing and timekeeping duties; produces reports, memoranda, and a variety of other documents utilizing Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and the EDMS (Electronic Document Management System); operating office equipment such as scanners, copiers, and desktop computers; greets visitors and answers telephone inquiries; tracks and distributes incoming and outgoing correspondence; and performs related duties as required.

     At the TYPIST CLERK I level, no specific experience or course work is required.  At the TYPIST CLERK II level applicants must possess one year of clerical or typing experience performing duties equivalent to or above the Typist Clerk I level.  At the INTERMEDIATE TYPIST CLERK level, applicants must possess one year of clerical or typing experience performing duties equivalent to or above the Typist Clerk II level.

     Professional experience in scanning, profiling, and searching documents in an electronic document management system. Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office 365, to include Outlook, Word, and Excel.

     The competitive selection process for ALL CLASSES may cover a knowledge of:  English grammar, spelling and punctuation; operation of office equipment including a desktop computer (Word and Excel), and calculators; basic arithmetic; standard business letter and report typing procedures; telephone/receptionist etiquette; standardized office recordkeeping methods, letter and report formats; business English; computer application systems; business letter and report composition and editing; and business math.  For All CLASSES:  The ability to:  Perform routine clerical work including simple arithmetic calculations; prepare routine correspondence; learn and apply office procedures; maintain files and records; operate a variety of office equipment including document scanners, copying and fax machines; operate a computer and utilize various software applications.  For TYPIST CLERK I:  The ability to type at a rate of 40 net words per minute from clear copy.  For TYPIST CLERK II: The ability to type at a rate of 40 words per minute from clear copy with a maximum 10% error rate.  For INTERMEDIATE TYPIST CLERK:  The ability to type at a rate of 50 words per minute from clear copy with a maximum 10% error rate. 

     This posting will remain open until current vacancy is filled and is subject to closure without notice.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
     Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application. Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications may be sent via email. Please make sure that your registered email address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery add info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.

     Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant experience and/or coursework.

NOTE:
     The recommended candidate must undergo a job related pre-employment physical, which includes a drug and alcohol test. Candidates are also subject to a review of their DMV records for moving violations, chargeable accidents or more serious charges.

TO APPLY:
     Applications can now be completed and submitted online through the Sanitation Districts' website at www.lacsd.org.   Please click on the "Employment Opportunities" link.  By using the online application system you will receive confirmation via e-mail that your application was received for this position.  If you do not have Internet access, you may submit a complete paper "Internal Application" within the application period shown above to the Employment Services Section (JAO, Room 109).  All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.

     As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage qualified minorities, women and disabled persons to apply.

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