Clerk Typist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Clerk Typist

Type a variety of materials, input data into the computer, performs a variety of responsible general duties; and other related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of clerical work, including typing, proofreading, computer inputting, filing, checking, and recording information on records. 
• High attention to detail in reviewing documents, especially to handwritten forms.
• Sort and file documents and records to predetermined classification, maintaining alphabetical, index, and cross-reference files.
• Plan and organize work, and meet schedules and timelines.
• Answer the telephone, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Hours

Work week is 7.5 hours per day, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. 

Benefits

This full-time position is eligible for the Company benefits package (some benefits may require a waiting period and/or employee contribution).

Experience Required

• Basic computer skills with applications such as MS Word, MS Excel etc.
• General office clerical and experience with office machines (computer, fax, and copier).
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Type 45 words per minute with speed and accuracy.

Physical Demands

• Clarity of vision at varying distances.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Occasional kneeling and bending.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies.
• Lifting of objects with a strength factor of light work