Location: Dallas,TX, USA
Performs limited routine support tasks primarily involving customer service and supportclerical activities which may include: processing requests for information entering and maintaining data answering routine inquiries and filing and maintaining data, correspondence, files, reports, etc. Works within a well-defined framework of policies and procedures, under immediate supervision.
Performs supportclerical duties to include alphabetizing, indexing, verifying, filing and maintaining documents, materials and files. Interacts effectively with the public or other departments by answering routine inquiries and processing requests for information. Inputs, accesses and maintains databases, files and other documents. Prepares andor processes a variety of documents, instruments, records, bills, or vouchers. May accept, track, and distribute monies, records, correspondence, materials, files and information to appropriate persons, agencies and other entities. Performs other duties as assigned.
Graduation from an accredited high schoolGED Program. Ability to type 25 wpm or 50 kspm. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, organize and process work and establish and maintain effective working relationships and provide excellent customer service to other County employees and the general public. May require prolonged sitting, standing, walking and ability to lift files, boxes, and other materials up to 25 pounds, unassisted. Candidates for all clerical, administrative andor secretarial positions will be required to take and pass at least one skills(s) test(s) which will be determined by the Elected Official or Department Head based on the position and the operational needs of the department. Testing may include one or more of the following: 10-key, Coding, Data Entry, Filing, Grammar, Math, MS Excel, MS Word, Proof Reading, Spelling, Sorting and Timed Typing (3 minute).
BILINGUAL PREFERRED
2600LONE STAR DRIVE DALLAS TEXAS 75212
JUVENILE DEPT (EDUCATION)
An extensive pre-employment background investigation will be conducted on all applicants who have been offered a position with Dallas County. The hiring process involves successful completion of each step. The steps include: Criminal History Review, Traffic Violations Record, Review of Personal History Statement and Documents, Physical Examination, and Background Investigation. Dallas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, National Service Alumni volunteers, and persons with a criminal background are encouraged to apply.