Clerk-Senior (UT Police Department)

Clerical Support Position

Under limited supervision, performs routine but varied clerical duties in accordance with standard procedures.

Responsibilities

1. Provides clerical support to a department(s) and performs clerical duties such as photocopying, compiling records, filing, tabulating, posting information, and distributing mail.
2. Identifies opportunities for improvement of workflows and proactively works with management to implement improvements as appropriate.
3. Maintains records, prepares forms, verifies information and resolves routine problems.
4. Applies knowledge of department policies and procedures, and utilizes a general understanding of other departments' functions to perform assigned duties.
5. Assists in the completion of special projects and reports as needed.
6. Monitors security cameras and dispatches parking-related calls as needed; location may vary based on departmental needs.
7. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• May serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned tasks and goals.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Able to understand and act on written instructions.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software required.
• Detail oriented.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED is required.

This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Required Skills

• Three (3) years experience in the clerical field is required.

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

• Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
• Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
• Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.
• Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.
• FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
• Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
• Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.