To accomplish progressively more responsible clerical and typing tasks; and to provide a wide variety of office support duties with increasing independence and proficiency.

JOB SUMMARY:  

   Under general supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of clerical work including compiling, typing, proofreading, recording, filing, coding and checking information; operating office machines such as terminals, computers, typewriters, calculators, adding machines, fax machines and document copying equipment; utilizing various computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets and databases software; typing letters, memoranda, reports, purchase orders, forms and other material from rough drafts, tape recordings, notes or verbal instructions; completing and checking records, statistical data and performing arithmetic calculations; receiving and responding to inquiries from the public, other employees, contractors and vendors; answering phones and taking messages; performing field time account maintenance and/or field purchase order and invoice completion coordination duties; proofing, editing and finalizing a variety of reports, letters, documents, memoranda and forms; overseeing the work of lower level clerical workers; sorting and filing operational data; using computer applications to enter data into forms and templates; sending, receiving and distributing incoming and outgoing mail such as letters, forms and applications, composing or completing some items; reviewing, distributing and processing monetary transactions; and performing related duties as required.

The INTERMEDIATE TYPIST CLERK differs from the Typist Clerk II class by the greater typing proficiency and clerical knowledge required to independently perform assignments. This level is used in the following assignments: 1) The fully experienced working level class of the series for positions performing general office and typing duties; 2) Specialty assignments related to timekeeping and/or office purchasing; or 3) The entry level class for positions allocated primarily as word processors.

Candidates must possess one year of clerical or typing experience performing duties equivalent to or above the Typist Clerk II level. 

     The competitive selection process for may cover A knowledge of:  English grammar, spelling and punctuation; operation of office equipment including a desktop computer; record keeping methods.  The ability to:  Perform routine clerical work including reading comprehension; prepare correspondence; learn and apply office procedures; maintain files and records; operate a variety of office equipment including document scanners and copying machines; operate a computer; and utilize various software applications.  The ability to type at a rate of 50 words per minute from clear copy with a maximum 10% error rate.  

      Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period.  Résumés 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 e-mail.  Please make sure that your registered email address is accurate and current.  To ensure proper delivery add info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.

 

 SELECTION PROCESS:

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

 NOTE:

     The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, which includes a drug and alcohol test.

 

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

     

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REMOVE FROM BULLETIN BOARD: NOVEMBER 2, 2021