Baltimore County
Office Clerk - Community Based Services - Non-Merit
Baltimore County, Pikesville, Maryland, United States, 21208
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week.
Non-Merit vacancies exist in the Department of Health, Bureau of Community-Based Services, Center for Family Success.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences 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 can attach your transcript(s) and/or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Under general supervision, performs comprehensive clerical work in support of a County program or agency.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Receptionist:
Responsible for greeting participants and other guests.
Directing guests to appropriate offices.
Operating multiline phone system, including answering/holding/transferring calls, and taking messages.
Providing information and referral to callers and visitors, maintaining welcoming lobby, sorting mail.
Making copies.
Maintaining program and administrative calendars.
Managing telecommunications systems.
Creating and submitting spreadsheets and reports.
Data Entry:
Responsible for transferring data from paper formats into computer files and database systems, either manually or by scanning.
Verifying data against source documents at different process stages.
Resolving data discrepancies.
Creating and submitting spreadsheets and reports.
Purchasing:
Responsible for assisting the Director and core staff with starting and completing purchase requests and orders.
Conducting market searches.
Filling and proofreading order forms.
Monitoring purchasing approval process.
Checking on all delivery of goods.
Processing invoices/purchase card statements/packing slips.
Tracking inventory.
Updating the Director on stock.
Verifying finance status.
Reconciling discrepancies.
Keeping stock organized.
Creating and submitting spreadsheets and reports.
EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIES
Responsible for the safe operation and timely transport of families to and from the participants’ home to the Center, and/or to and from field trip locations.
Logging and tracking vehicle mileage, gasoline, tolls, incidents, etc.
Assigning routes.
Scheduling maintenance.
Installing and inspecting car seats, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits.
Vehicle cleanliness.
Completing/recording/filing forms and reports.
Adhering to deadlines.
Following policies and procedures for drivers of Maryland state vehicles.
(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 the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate high school equivalency PLUS one year's general clerical experience.
(Additional experience as described in the essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Entry Level)
Knowledge of office procedures and filing systems.
Skill in operation of office machinery as listed in essential duties.
Ability to communicate orally.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and documents.
Ability to answer routine inquiries and to properly direct visitors, mail, or telephone calls.
Ability to maintain files.
Ability to follow County and departmental rules and regulations.
Ability to learn automated office systems.
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Full Performance)
Knowledge of County rules and departmental regulations and procedures.
Skill in operation of automated office systems.
Ability to process information according to established guidelines.
Ability to effectively deal with the public.
Proof of Education, License and Certification Applicants are required to submit proof of driver's license and education beyond high school to meet the qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcript(s) must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Documents must be mailed or delivered to:
ATTN: Office Clerk- Community-Based Services - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants 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.
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 employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
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Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week.
Non-Merit vacancies exist in the Department of Health, Bureau of Community-Based Services, Center for Family Success.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences 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 can attach your transcript(s) and/or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Under general supervision, performs comprehensive clerical work in support of a County program or agency.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Receptionist:
Responsible for greeting participants and other guests.
Directing guests to appropriate offices.
Operating multiline phone system, including answering/holding/transferring calls, and taking messages.
Providing information and referral to callers and visitors, maintaining welcoming lobby, sorting mail.
Making copies.
Maintaining program and administrative calendars.
Managing telecommunications systems.
Creating and submitting spreadsheets and reports.
Data Entry:
Responsible for transferring data from paper formats into computer files and database systems, either manually or by scanning.
Verifying data against source documents at different process stages.
Resolving data discrepancies.
Creating and submitting spreadsheets and reports.
Purchasing:
Responsible for assisting the Director and core staff with starting and completing purchase requests and orders.
Conducting market searches.
Filling and proofreading order forms.
Monitoring purchasing approval process.
Checking on all delivery of goods.
Processing invoices/purchase card statements/packing slips.
Tracking inventory.
Updating the Director on stock.
Verifying finance status.
Reconciling discrepancies.
Keeping stock organized.
Creating and submitting spreadsheets and reports.
EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIES
Responsible for the safe operation and timely transport of families to and from the participants’ home to the Center, and/or to and from field trip locations.
Logging and tracking vehicle mileage, gasoline, tolls, incidents, etc.
Assigning routes.
Scheduling maintenance.
Installing and inspecting car seats, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits.
Vehicle cleanliness.
Completing/recording/filing forms and reports.
Adhering to deadlines.
Following policies and procedures for drivers of Maryland state vehicles.
(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 the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate high school equivalency PLUS one year's general clerical experience.
(Additional experience as described in the essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Entry Level)
Knowledge of office procedures and filing systems.
Skill in operation of office machinery as listed in essential duties.
Ability to communicate orally.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and documents.
Ability to answer routine inquiries and to properly direct visitors, mail, or telephone calls.
Ability to maintain files.
Ability to follow County and departmental rules and regulations.
Ability to learn automated office systems.
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Full Performance)
Knowledge of County rules and departmental regulations and procedures.
Skill in operation of automated office systems.
Ability to process information according to established guidelines.
Ability to effectively deal with the public.
Proof of Education, License and Certification Applicants are required to submit proof of driver's license and education beyond high school to meet the qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcript(s) must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Documents must be mailed or delivered to:
ATTN: Office Clerk- Community-Based Services - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants 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.
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 employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
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