What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clerk position at Chenango County?
Benefits Include:
· Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal leave time
· New York State Pension
· Generous Health Plan
· Dental Coverage
· Medical & Dependent pre-tax contributions
· Deferred Comp 457 retirement plan
· Paid cancer screening leave
· Retiree Health Insurance
· Training programs
· Promotion and advancement opportunities
CLERK - Chenango County's Department of Social Services has an opening for a CLERK. This is routine clerical work involving the performance of a variety of standardized clerical tasks. An employee in this class makes copies, files, sorts mail, answers telephones and performs other routine clerical functions. The specific duties of incumbents assigned to this class will vary depending upon the needs of the department or agency to which assigned. Detailed instructions are given for new or unusual assignments. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher level employee in accordance with well-defined policies and procedures. Supervision over the work of others is not a responsibility of employees in this class. Does related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER:
(A) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma;
OR
(B) Two years of full-time paid office clerical experience or its’ part-time equivalent.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At time of appointment and continuing throughout employment, a candidate/incumbent must possess a valid New York State Driver’s License, a reliable vehicle, and a driving record acceptable to the County’s insurance carrier.
Position status: Competitive.
The position starts at $17.11 per hour in 2025 and includes a full benefits package.
TO APPLY: Chenango County Civil Service application MUST BE filed for consideration. For applications, please visit www.co.chenango.ny.us/personnel or contact the Chenango County Personnel Department at 607-337-1470.
EEOE M/F/D/V/GI/SO
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.11 per hour
Expected hours: 37.50 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
