Principal Clerk Typist-Public Works

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REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Public Works

SCHEDULE: 7:00am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday or other hours as set by Superintendent of Public Works

STARTING SALARY: $24.00/hour

• Scheduling appointments for department head or employees in the department.
• Preparation of correspondence and maintenance of logs for correspondence and appointments.
• Collection of fees, if applicable and reconciliation of fees collected.
• Processing and issuance of permits or licenses.
• Data entry of information and data into the computer system.
• Maintenance of files and/or complaint logs as directed and assisting other dept. personnel in filing.
• Answering inquiries from the public in person and on the telephone. This position will entail a significant amount of interaction with the public.
• Completion of document and/or file searches as assigned.
• Preparation of documentation for reports and correspondence.
• Processing of requisitions and purchase orders as necessary.
• Processing of information and violation notices as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Head or Township Administrator.

• The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position as listed above.
• The ability and temperament to work cooperatively with associates, supervisors, and the public at large.
• The ability to act courteously and effectively with the public.
• Any certifications required for the position by virtue of State, Local or administrative agency mandate.
• The ability to operate office equipment, including but not limited to a copier, fax machine, postage machine, calculator and typewriter.
• Experience with entering data into a computer and a general working knowledge of computers.
• Transportation to and from work.
• Conformance with the Township of Stafford dress code and other personnel policies as adopted by the Township.
• The ability to pass a post offer/pre-employment physical exam including a drug screening analysis.

OVERALL STRENGTH DEMANDS: LOW

• Vision:
  For most tasks: typing, copying, data entry, filing, retrieving information.
• Sitting:
  For deskwork and meeting with the public or other employees.
• Hearing:
  For communicating with the public and other employees.
• Fine Dexterity:
  For operation of: computer, calculator, & typewriter
• Handling:
  For inputting information into office machines and equipment
• Lifting and Carrying:
  For lifting and carrying files from office to office.
• Bending and Twisting:
  For filing and retrieving information.
• Standing/Walking:
  For filing and checking/retrieving information from other offices.
• Talking:
  For communicating with employees and the public.
• Pushing/Pulling:
  For retrieving information from file drawers.
• Crouching/Bending:
  For accessing equipment and files.
• Balancing:
  For carrying items from offices.
• Reaching:
  Retrieving items from shelves.