TYPIST CLERK II (2382)

Job Title

This recruitment is for both permanent and substitute roles within the district boundaries.

Description

Substitute employees are paid a fixed hourly rate at the first step of the salary range. Substitute positions do not include benefits. For permanent opportunities, an examination process will be necessary to establish an eligibility list. Qualifying candidates will be notified accordingly. VACANCIES : Assignments may be at various locations throughout the district boundaries (Glendale, La Crescenta, or Montrose). Applications will be processed periodically and according to the needs of the district. Some positions in this classification may require bilingual skills in Armenian, Korean, or Spanish. TYPING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED FROM ALL APPLICANTS: MINIMUM 40 NET WORDS PER MINUTE WITH 80% ACCURACY.

Examples Of Duties

Note: The following is only a partial list of examples of duties. A more complete list of duties and responsibilities for this classification can be found on our website at - Performs clerical work including proofreading, skilled typing, filing, checking and recording information on records; sorts, codes, and files correspondence, vouchers, forms, documents, and other materials numerically, alphabetically or by another predetermined classification. - Acts as a receptionist; accepts applications for school services; answers the telephone and gives information to the general public; receives and refers inquiries to appropriate staff. - Maintains records; enters or extracts information on or from records using a computer terminal. - Types data on vouchers, cards, and other forms; addresses envelopes, operates photocopying and duplicating machines; may cut stencils. Operates various office equipment. - Gathers, compiles, and summarizes data and maintains records. - Orders, receives, stores, issues, and delivers supplies, books, materials, and equipment. - Types letters, reports, requisitions, schedules, forms, contracts, and similar materials from rough drafts, marginal notes, or verbal instructions. Reviews records for accuracy. - May notify parents or other responsible adults of student illness and bring to the attention of the school nurse an apparent need for medical, mental, or dental referral. - Supports the Health Office; renders minor first aid; updates and files student health records; maintains health office equipment and supplies in a clean and usable condition. - Performs related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - One year of recent experience in general clerical work. - Ability to type/keyboard input accurately at a speed not less than 40 net words per minute and with 80% accuracy. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE -Possession of a standard Red Cross First-Aid certificate within three months of appointment may be required. Desirable : Written and oral proficiency in a second language. TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS: 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. 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.

Examination Process

To apply : Visit A review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, a limited number of the top-qualifying applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to the next step of the process. Salary : Substitute employees are paid a fixed hourly rate. Substitute positions do not include benefits. After an offer of employment a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis. Also required after an offer, the candidate must complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (district-paid). The onboarding process includes legally mandated training(s) and reference checks. In addition, pursuant to Senate Bill 848 (SB848), the district is required to conduct reference checks that include inquiry into whether the applicant has ever been the subject of a credible complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action related to child abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment.