HELP WANTED: City of New Bedford Fire Department is seeking to fill a Sr. Clerk Typist position

PAY: $15.46hr – $20.92hr

Compiles data and operates computer in performance of routine clerical duties to maintain business records and reports. Compiles reports, business correspondence, multiple application and permit forms. Files records and reports, posts information to records, sorts and distributes mail, answers telephone and performs similar duties. Shall compute amounts of fees collected, using adding or calculating machine, examines documents for accuracy, maintains files, assists public and other
departments with inquiries.

Performs all clerical duties, makes calculations for processing invoices and payments; schedules meetings, inspections and conferences, and notifies participants; prepares supply requisitions; maintains and retrieves files and records; answers telephones and takes messages; prepares and mails outgoing correspondence or parcels; processes, receives, files, forwards and/or distributes correspondence, forms, and reports; answers inquiries and provides routine information on agency services; fills out forms; retrieves records from electronic databases; operates standard office machines and equipment; may take and transcribe dictation; and performs related work as required.

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; two years of experience with general office procedures such as typing, filing, data processing; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office, and able to multi-task in a fastpaced office environment and handle frequent interruptions.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

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