Clerk - Office School Year 2026-27; NBOE

Clerk 3 – Central Office

• School year: 2026‑27 (NBOE)
• Location:
  
  Various Newark Board of Education locations
• Position Type:
  Non‑Instructional – All Titles/Clerk 3
• Date Posted: 5/4/2026
• Job

• The Clerk 3 performs a wide range of complex clerical work, often leading or supervising lower‑level clerical staff. Work is performed independently with minimal review.
• Execution requires knowledge of the agency’s rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Candidates will be initially placed as provisional employees and may later need to take a Civil Service Commission exam for permanent status.
• Keyboarding may be required, but is not a primary function unless necessary for the agency’s needs.

• Driver’s license valid in New Jersey is required if vehicle operation is needed for essential duties.
• Two (2) years of clerical experience, including at least one (1) year at a level equivalent to Clerk 2.

• Knowledge of office routines, equipment, and practices.
• Organize assigned clerical work and develop effective methods.
• Assign work, instruct, and provide on‑the‑job training to clerical staff.
• Perform accurate arithmetic calculations and tabulations.
• Follow oral and written directions accurately within prescribed time frames.
• Work effectively with associates, supervisors, and the public.
• Sort, index, file, and retrieve varied materials using an established filing system.
• Operate and maintain office machines and other equipment.
• Utilize electronic or manual recording and information systems after training.
• Communicate in English;
  American Sign Language or Braille may also be acceptable.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Interpret and apply organizational rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Receive, screen, review, and verify documents.
• Lead and train clerical staff as needed.
• Verify reports, applications, and other documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Process mail: open, time‑stamp, sort, number, and distribute.
• Maintain mailing lists and prepare mailing materials.
• Receive, process, and assemble applications, forms, and fees.
• Wrap packages for shipment and assemble materials for distribution.
• Enter and/or retrieve information on a computer terminal.
• Store and distribute office supplies.
• Prepare and verify payrolls and perform simple arithmetic calculations.
• Schedule administrative proceedings and process scheduling changes.
• Participate in interviewing and training new employees.
• Issue permits for construction, repair, installation, and demolition operations.
• Coordinate scheduling of activities for various government entities.
• Prepare reports and assists in preparation of reports by gathering data and creating charts.
• Operate office and mail processing machines (keyboard equipment, calculators, printers, copiers, fax machines, sorters, labeling machines, etc.) and perform basic maintenance.
• Maintain records and files.

Department Head

• Salary: $53,991 – $59,391* (pending contract negotiations)
• Employment Period:
  Twelve (12) months
• Union Affiliation:
  Local 617

Full‑time staff receive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, wellness, voluntary benefits, paid personal and sick days, and vacation days. Detailed benefits information is available at

The Newark Board of Education is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Closing Date:
May 15, 2026 (or until filled)