Job Information
Rochester City School District Office Clerk II in Rochester, New York
Office Clerk II JobID: 3729
Position Type:
Clerical/ Clerical
Date Posted:
11/21/2024
Location:
Rochester Early College International High School
Date Available:
11/22/2024
Closing Date:
12/06/2024
Position Information
Bargaining UnitBENTE
Job LocationRochester Early College
Job TitleOffice Clerk II (12 Months)
Hours40
BracketXIII
Salary Range$20.02 - $21.89/hr.
ABOUT RCSD: The Rochester City School District (RCSD), located in vibrant Monroe County on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario serves over 26,000 students, of whom more than 85% are students of color, in 46 schools and 10 alternative programs. The RCSD Board of Education and Superintendent believe that each student has recognizable and untapped potential that we all strive to discover and fulfill. In a partnership of family, school and community, our mission is to provide all students equitable access to a high quality education and graduate students who are prepared to become productive members of society. The Rochester City School District’s vision is to provide a high quality education that fosters the development of the individual talents and abilities of our students in a nurturing environment of equity. Students are our first priority and will drive each decision. Our work is centered in respect, trust, integrity and accountability. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for the independent performance of difficult and complex clerical tasks, requiring a high degree of independent judgment and for decision making holding a high consequence of error. The use of a personal computer for word processing and database entry is an integral part of the position. The work is performed in accordance with general instructions regarding objectives, policies and procedures. The work is usually submitted in its final form and is not subject to detailed or immediate review. The employee reports directly to and works under the general supervision of a higher-level employee. General supervision may be exercised over a subordinate staff. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed.)
Prepares, formats and maintains material such as correspondence and statistical or narrative reports from either a handwritten copy or dictating machine, outline or other detailed instructions;
Prepares and maintains alphabetical, numerical or personal files;
Sorts, distributes and files materials in a manual or text management filing system;
Obtains and gives out information by telephone, correspondence or in person;
Performs complex electronic searches for information in documents, records and files;
Compiles, prepares, and inputs a variety of data;
Analyzes and checks for completeness and accuracy, a variety of complex financial and statistical records and reports;
Enters and extracts data and information from a data base;
Enters information onto standard forms such as payroll or production records, authorizations, certifications, etc.;
Purchases office supplies and monitors expenditures;
Operates standard office machines such as a computer, copier and fax machine;
Maintains records of monetary, budgetary or similar transactions;
Makes computations relating to taxes, budget and salary;
Supervises or guides subordinates in the performance of their duties;
Trains subordinates in the procedures and functions of the section.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of office terminology, practices, procedures, routines and equipment; good knowledge of business arithmetic and English; good knowledge of the techniques involved in record keeping; good knowledge of the techniques involved in establishing and maintaining a filing system; ability to use a personal computer for word processing and database entry; ability to conduct searches for information from various sources; ability to work with forms; ability to perform basic purchasing functions utilizing computer software; ability to monitor expenditures; ability to prepare written communication, arithmetic and standard written reports; ability to operate a variety of office machines; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to express oneself clearly; ability to readily acquire familiarity with departmental organization, functions, laws, policies and regulations; ability to deal with the public; good judgment in solving relatively complex clerical problems; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus either: (A) Graduation with an Associate’s degree or successful completion of at least sixty (60) credit hours from a college or university; OR, (B) Two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent office clerical or secretarial experience*; OR, (C) Any equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above. *Experience as a Teller, Cashier or Sales Clerk will not be considered appropriate experience for the purposes of these minimum qualifications. NOTES: Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:If you are appointed, you will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position. ADOPTED: December 2, 1976REVISED: February 28, 1985REVISED: May 29, 1985REVISED: March 7, 1996REVISED: January 3, 2008REVISED AND TITLE CHANGED: May 8, 2008FORMERLY: CLERK II WITH TYPING REVISED: October 5, 2023ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Depending on the position duties, candidates for employment with the Monroe County Government will be required to pass a pre-employment drug testCompetitive Appointment:You must have current competitive status as Assistant Custodian Engineer, or be reachable on the competitive eligible list Provisional Appointment:If you are being hired in a provisional capacity you will be required to take the Civil Service exam when it is next offered by Monroe County. Residency:Candidates must be residents of Monroe County for 30 days at time of permanent appointment or testing. A waiver of residency requirement may be requested, but cannot be guaranteed. '); function setUpPageBreaks(){h = 0; try{}catch(ex){}} var h = 0 setTimeout("setUpPageBreaks()",100) document.write('
