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TYPIST CLERK III (2335)

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Performs complex clerical work relating to a specific function or program requiring specialized knowledge and involving frequent and responsible contacts. Clerical duties require the ability to perform skilled typing/keyboarding using a typewriter or computer. CURRENT VACANCIES: Various opportunities exist for permanent and substitute (on-call/temporary) assignments. Positions may be at various locations throughout the district boundaries (Glendale, La Crescenta, or Montrose). Positions are 8 hours per day, and 10-12 months per year. TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIRED FROM ALL APPLICANTS: MINIMUM 40 NET WORDS PER MINUTE WITH 80% ACCURACY. Please see special instructions below. Plans, schedules, and performs complex clerical work relating to the specialized function or program to which assigned. Conducts transactions with school personnel or the public in matters requiring a detailed knowledge, interpretation, and application of rules, procedures, policies, and precedents. Prepares documents based on data obtained from records and other sources and processes them in accordance with prescribed procedures. Compiles information for reports and transactions and assists in the consolidation and presentation of data. Maintains a system of files and records; establishes and maintains systems to ensure accountability and controls; enters or extracts information on or from records using a computer terminal. Coordinates work with Educational, Technology and Information Services in applying procedures and controls. Composes correspondence and prepares reports independently or from oral instructions. Types correspondence from rough drafts, marginal notes, verbal instructions, or recorded dictation. Initiates general clerical procedures and develops recommendations regarding such areas as forms and reports, schedules, filing systems, and flow of information. May handle confidential information. Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirement: Two years of recent, increasingly responsible clerical work which has involved skilled typing/keyboarding. Ability to type/keyboard input accurately at a speed not less than 40 net words per minute and with 80% accuracy. Desirable: Written and oral proficiency in a second language. TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: 40 NET WORDS PER MINUTE WITH MINIMUM 80% ACCURACY. Applicants for positions that require keyboarding skills must submit a typing certificate to demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements of the position. This includes all promotional applicants. Applicants who have a valid certificate available at the time of submitting an application: Scan and attach certificate to the online employment application. Certificates must meet the following conditions: Self-administered online/Internet test scores and certificates are not acceptable. Acceptable examples would be from a government agency, an employment/temp agency, a business college, an adult school, or a public school system. Certification may be in the form of a certificate, letter, or a form and must clearly state the following: 1. Name, address, telephone number of issuing agency and name and signature of person certifying the results. 2. Name of applicant. 3. Date of test. The test must be dated within two years of the application filing date. Certificates older than two years are not accepted. 4. Gross typing speed; net speed; and number of errors or percentage of accuracy must be shown on certificate. 5. Duration of test in minutes. Applicants who do not have a valid certificate at the time of submitting an application: The Human Resources office will administer the typing test before the start of the examination process. Candidates who are successful on the typing test will be allowed to participate in the next step. To apply: Visit Step-by-step online employment application guide: Phone inquiries are welcome at (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1378. Incomplete applications are disqualified. Application materials must clearly demonstrate that applicants meet all minimum requirements for the job. Attached resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed district application. Required documents must be scanned and attached to the completed application form. A review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted periodically. Based on that evaluation, a limited number of top-qualifying applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the examination process. The examination will include a technical qualifications appraisal interview. Qualified candidates will be provided with more details prior to the start of the examination process. Probationary Period: 130 days of paid service. Salary: The listed salary rates represent the first and last steps of the salary range. Permanent employees may earn higher rates upon successful completion of the probationary period (130 days of paid service) and may receive merit increases each year up to the maximum amount. Substitute positions are paid a fixed hourly rate. Prior to employment, a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis. Also required after an offer of employment are fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice and a pre-employment physical exam (district-paid). Statement of Non-Discrimination: The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1457. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel: Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1209, titleix@ Section 504 Coordinator: Dr. Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1500, nkhemichian@ Title II/ADA: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1209, kking@