Exempt to Permanent – Clerk (1404) Citywide (164678

Exempt to Permanent – Clerk (1404) Citywide (164678)

• Full-time
• Certification Rule:
  Rule of the List
• Exam Type:
  Class Based Test
• Work Hours:
  
  Regular
• Job Code and
  
  Title:
  
  1404-Clerk
• Fill Type:
  Permanent Civil Service
• Eligible List Type:
  Combined Promotive and Entrance

THIS IS A CITYWIDE RECRUITMENT FOR CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY

This is an Exempt to Permanent recruitment in accordance with Class-Based Test (CBT) Civil Service Rules. This recruitment is restricted to current exempt employees of the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District, or San Francisco City College, working within the 1404 Clerk classification.

ABOUT THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO:

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area.

Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

1404 CLERK (#164678) RECRUITMENT:

• Application Opening: August 6, 2026
• Final date to receive applications: This job will close no sooner than August 13, 2026.
• Salary Range: $66,898- $81,328 annually, for more compensation information.
• Recruitment : ETP-/ RTF

Under general supervision, the 1404 Clerk performs general clerical work. This is the journey-level position in the Clerk series.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties:

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Files, maintains and retrieves documents, records and correspondence in accordance with established procedures.

2. Codes and indexes documents, records and correspondence. Methods may include color code, terminal digit, numerical, alphabetical and/or chronological order to ensure proper filing and ready access of data.

3. Checks and reviews a variety of documents for completeness and accuracy.

4. Compiles information and data necessary for the preparation of various departmental reports in which judgment may be exercised in the selection of data and materials.

5. Prepares and maintains a variety of reports in which judgment may be exercised in the selection of data and materials.

6. Makes mathematical computations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions.

7. Receives and accounts for moderate amounts of money from the collection of fees and similar sources.

8. Disseminates information and answers inquiries by communicating with the public, departmental personnel and other departments.

9. Operates office equipment, including calculators, photocopying equipment, adding machines, computer terminals, document imaging, fax machines and postage meters.

10. Processes mail: opens, time stamps, sorts and distributes the incoming mail; stuffs and seals envelopes; makes daily pickup and delivery to ensure timely mailing and receipt of mail.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

• Current Category 16, 17, or 18 Exempt Employee in Class 1404 who has worked at least 2,080 hours in class 1404;
  AND
• Experience: One (1) year of clerical experience including preparing and maintaining a variety of records and/or documents, filing, use of office equipment, public contact and processing of incoming and outgoing mail.
  Substitution: Any one of the following may substitute for six (6) months of the required experience:
• Completion of a clerical training program (240 hours); OR
• 15 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) of coursework from an accredited college or university; OR
• Completion of an approved City and County of San Francisco Clerical Administrative training program (as designated on the job announcement).

Note:
Employee must have served continuously (with no break in service) in Class 1404 in Category 16,…