COUNTY OF FRESNO invites applications for the position of: OFFICE ASSISTANT I SALARY: $10.46 - $13.41 Hourly $837.00 - $1,073.00 Biweekly $1,813.50 - $2,324.83 Monthly $21,762.00 - $27,898.00 Annually OPENING DATE: 03/26/14 CLOSING DATE: 04/02/14 12:00 PM POSITION DESCRIPTION: LIMITED RECRUITMENT Applications must be submitted from 12:00 p.m. Noon Tuesday, April 1, 2014 to 12:00 p.m. Noon Wednesday, April 2, 2014 only. Written examination is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, 2014. The County of Fresno is offering excellent opportunities for individuals interested in clerical support positions. Office Assistant I provides general clerical support to County departments and presents a positive image when dealing with the public, vendors, and other County departments. Typical duties are primarily oriented to typing; filing; maintaining records; operating multi-line phones; providing information to the public concerning departmental or County operations; and performing related work as required. Note: The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill both extra-help and permanently allocated positions in departments throughout Fresno County. Individuals selected for extra-help appointment may be transitioned to a permanently allocated position at a later date as authorized by the Fresno County Personnel Rules. When completing the supplemental form, please note that referral of eligible candidates for interview may be limited to candidates with specific skills or availability as determined by departmental needs. SAMPLES OF DUTIES: The information listed below is meant to serve as samples of job duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. This list is neither inclusive nor exclusive, but indicative of several types of duties performed. Consequently, this information does not reflect Essential Functions for any given position in this classification. Typing, data entry, word processing, filing, sorting, distributing and processing materials, checking documents for completeness, and maintaining various types of records. Operates a multi-line, modern telephone system including screening, transferring, or referring calls, and answering questions. Processes records and enters data on forms and into data systems; ensures forms or reports are complete, accurate, and filed with other agencies within time limits; and prepares personnel action requests, purchase orders, and requisitions. Operates office equipment including copy machines, scanners, fax machines, computers, printers, microfilm equipment, microfiche readers, and other equipment. Obtains information from the public by asking pertinent questions in order to determine the service, program, or person that should be seen. Receives and records cash or check payments for fees, permits, fines or installments. This may include accepting payments through an automated system, operating a cash register and/or adding machine, preparing receipts and deposit slips, and balancing cash drawer to receipts. Composes and edits reports and correspondence to assure a clear, concise, and grammatically correct communication. Gathers information from department records, books, and other reference sources. Provides information to the public concerning departmental or County operations. This includes working at a reception desk; describing services provided; explaining application process and eligibility requirements; assisting in completion of forms or complaints; and directing the public to proper department or official. Attends meetings and prepares summary minutes. May transcribe dictation from a mechanical device. May translate to serve public needs. Translating may be oral or in written form. May be required to operate a passenger vehicle in carrying out assigned duties.
Posted on: Thu, 27 Mar 2014 16:07:56 +0000
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