Job Summary:

The Clerk III will perform advanced-level clerical work using a variety of skills, methods, and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May supervise and assist with training of subordinate clerical staff.
• May provide feedback for and otherwise assist with timely and constructive performance evaluations of subordinate clerical staff.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Drafts and maintains complete and complex departmental records.
• Maintains files and filing systems in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Identifies, reviews, and files various types of materials; conducts research related to materials as needed.
• Transfers information from reports, files, and other documents into prepared master code sheets, ledgers, journals, and other recordkeeping systems.
• May issue licenses, permits, certificates.
• Writes other legal or professional documents in accordance with organizational needs.
• Calculates, prepares, issues, and/or submits bills, invoices, and other payment records for billable documents or services.
• Performs other clerical tasks as needed, which may include management of mail, management of office supplies, operation of office equipment, and typing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to create and maintain complex files and written documents.
• Thorough understanding of office practices and procedures; knowledge of or ability to quickly learn any applicable departmental or organizational rules and regulations.
• Ability to type at least 45 WPM.
• Ability to operate a calculator or ten-key by touch.
• Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; higher level degree preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in a related field required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.