Clerical (Temporary) - (06-23)

DescriptionThere is currently one vacancy located in the PRCS Department.Number of hours per week will not exceed 28 hours, depending on applicants' availability.DEFINITION : Under general supervision, learns to provide and provides paraprofessional technical duties; performs other related duties as required.Examples of DutiesEXAMPLES OF DUTIES : (include but are not limited to the following)Under general supervision, performs clerical duties including record maintenance, answering phones and data entry; completes reports, provides public assistanceProvides assistance to other departments, City personnel, and the public; responds to inquiries and provides information regarding various projects, policies and procedures, or other information.May be exposed to confidential and privileged information during the course of duties, which should be maintained as such.Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, State / local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.Performs other related duties as required.Typical QualificationsPHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS : Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near vision in reading correspondence, statistical data and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. In addition, the incumbent may be required to work outdoors and in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold.Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.QUALIFICATIONS : (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)Education and / or Experience : Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Clerical. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of graduation from high school and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; read, interpret and apply related regulations, policies and procedures; use MS Office software.License / Certificate : Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license.Supplemental InformationSelection Process : Based on a review of the applications received, the candidates appearing to be the most qualified and meeting the City's particular needs will be invited to an interview.Exam Information : (Dates to be determined.)Panel Oral Interview : 100%Employees in this position are at-will, serving at the pleasure of the City and may resign or may be terminated at any time without cause or the right of appeal.The City of Whittier is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.