DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  The work involves responsibility for the performance of routine clerical tasks.  A significant portion of the work involves typing.  The work is carried out in accordance with established procedures and involves entry level office duties which provide support to the function of a municipal department or agency.  The class differs from that of Clerk in that Clerk does not perform significant typing duties.  Depending on assignment, work is performed under the general or direct supervision of a higher level employee.  Detailed instructions are given for new or difficult assignments.  Work is checked by observation and periodic review.  Supervision over the work of others is not normally a responsibility of the class.  Does related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Working knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; working knowledge of business arithmetic and English; ability to type from clear copy or rough draft at an acceptable rate of speed; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; ability to exercise good judgment in communicating with others; ability to get along well with others; ability to write legibly and keep accurate records; clerical aptitude; tact and courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of the eighth grade in school; or its’ equivalent.

 Special Requirement for appointment to Ulster County positions: In accordance with Ulster County Legislative Local Law Number 14 of 2007 or by other State and Federal Statutes, candidates for employment to all Ulster County positions must obtain clearance for appointment from the Department of Criminal Justice System or other mandated Federal and State regulatory authority based upon fingerprinting and a criminal history background check. This position will require a criminal background check and a candidate will be required to complete and sign a Criminal Background Investigation Release Form.  Upon a conditional employment offer, a candidate will be required to be fingerprinted accordingly.

 ULSTER COUNTY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, disabled veteran status, or status as a member of any other protected group or activity.