Clerk Typist Iii - Unclassified

The Health and Human Services Department is now recruiting for the position of Clerk Typist III - Unclassified. This recruitment is anticipated to close on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM OR when 100 applications are received, whichever occurs first.

The City of Long Beach, Department of Health and Human Services has immediate openings for two Clerk Typist III - Unclassified positions in the Housing Authority Bureau serving as a clerical assistant to Housing Administrative and Financial Services Division and the Housing Operations Program Division and their Officers. One position will report to the Housing Administrative and Financial Services Officer and the second position will report to the Housing Operations Program Officer.

• Screens calls, manages schedules, and coordinates workflow for the Division Officer; provides backup clerical support as needed.
• Coordinates meetings, interviews, orientations, and presentations, including logistics, materials, and minutes.
• Participates in meetings, records minutes, and prepares and distributes meeting summaries and follow-up actions.
• Maintains and audits Bureau files and records in compliance with document retention and confidentiality policies.
• Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, notices, and other documents.
• Assists with staffing requests, new hire onboarding, employment verifications, and related personnel correspondence by relaying information to the Officer.
• Creates and updates standard operating procedures, manuals, reports, and other reference materials; compiles data as requested.
• Manages both electronic and physical filing systems; ensures data accuracy and accessibility.
• Utilizes office software to prepare documents, track information, and support record management.
• Assists with purchase requests, invoices, and expense reports in line with procedures.
• Serves as a point of contact for staff and the public, providing information and assistance professionally.
• Assists with special projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• The ability to type neatly and accurately at a net speed of 40 words per minute.
• The ability to file in alphabetical and numerical order and perform clerical detail, which includes making simple mathematical computations and correcting errors in grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• The ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the public.

• Two years (full-time equivalent) of professional experience performing progressively responsible clerical functions in an office setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in working with a public housing agency.

• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Thorough knowledge of office procedures and time management.
• The ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment in carrying out responsibilities.
• Ability to courteously interact with the public in person, on the telephone, or via email.
  
  Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to learn new software programs.
• Strong attention to detail.

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on Monday, February 23, 2026, or when 100 applications have been received, whichever occurs first.

To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter and resume in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures.

The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will…