Clerk Typist

IMPORTANT INFORMATION In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period, and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts. Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at  EXAMINATION PROCESS:
The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year.

The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s). New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.

New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
An employee in this class performs routine office and clerical work which requires typing and data entry and reporting using a personal computer. Detailed instructions are given for new or difficult assignments and work is reviewed in process or upon completion for accuracy. The work requires limited judgment and as experience is gained, less detailed instructions will be given on routine matters that can be handled through prescribed procedures.

A Clerk Typist may proofread the work of others for accuracy but does not exercise direct supervision except on occasion.