CLERK TYPIST III - UNCLASSIFIED

About the role

The Department of Public Works has three (3) immediate openings for full-time, unclassified, at-will, Clerk Typist III positions. One (1) position is available in the Engineering Bureau, one (1) position is available in the Transportation Project Management Bureau, and one (1) position is available in the Transportation Services Bureau.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct clerical support to division head and staff
• Aids in scheduling and organizing meetings, trainings, and travel arrangements for various activities
• Maintains and produces various types of reports and logs
• Establishes, develops, and maintains filing systems for records and forms
• Aids in editing letters, spreadsheets, Council Letters, and Council Memos
• Aids in researching, interpreting, and implementing safety policies and procedures
• Acts as a liaison with other departments and outside agencies
• Aids in clerical/administrative duties to support Division
• Provides backup support for Bureau secretary
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Ability to type neatly and accurately at a net speed of 40 words per minute.
• Ability to file in alphabetical and numerical order.
• Ability to make simple mathematical computations.
• Ability to correct errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• A valid driver’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.

Qualifications

• Two years of paid (full-time equivalent) clerical experience and experience supporting a manager or supervisor.

Desirable Qualifications

• Exceptional verbal, written, and customer service skills, including the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent planning and time management skills.
• Flexible and adaptable with respect to changing priorities.
• Thorough knowledge of office procedures.
• Exceptional work habits, including punctuality and attendance.
• Proficient in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and English language skills.
• Skilled in a wide range of software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Outlook, and database programs such as Access.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
• Deferred Compensation
• Credit Union Membership
• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.