Vital Records Clerk

Job Title

Vital Records Clerk (General Clerk I/II) – Grade A06

This is a dually allocated entry‑level work involving several simple clerical processes, which may include alphabetizing, filing, tabulating, coding, sorting, telephone/reception duties, typing, processing routine records, and key entering and retrieving data. Work in this class can be learned readily by on‑the‑job training and is performed in accordance with established policies and procedures. Work assignments are usually routine and repetitive in nature and are performed under close supervision.

Work performance is evaluated in terms of quantity, quality, and accuracy. Incumbents may be required to work a rotating shift.

• Provide customer service and support as part of the Vital Records Office within the Prince George’s County Health Department.
• Review and process applications for birth and death certificates as a member of the Vital Records Office.
• Enter forms into the State electronic records management system, ensuring complete and proper documentation.
• Provide birth and death certificates to applicants.
• May assist with financial transactions from time to time.
• Files and organizes records and assists in maintaining files in a state of audit readiness.
• Reviews existing files to ensure all documentation is organized properly for quick retrieval and includes all necessary documentation.
• Perform a variety of related duties and responsible for clerical matters within the Vital Records Office and the Office of Administration within the Prince George’s County Health Department and at the discretion of the Associate Director of Administration, Deputy Health Officer, and Health Officer, which may not be included herein but which are within the scope of the tasks associated with this classification of work.
• Other duties may include work related to strategic planning within the organization, committees, work groups, and other associated support activities for the Health Department, and in line with the agency’s core values.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish speaking)

3003 Hospital Dr, Cheverly, MD 20785

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass pre‑employment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non‑standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Entry level

Part‑time

Administrative

Primary and Secondary Education

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer;
Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.