Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to perform administrative and clerical tasks in support of departmental operations, with a focus on processing applications, permits, legal records, and/or documentation pertaining to a specific departmental function, providing customer service, and file / records management. Work is relatively routine in nature and subject to standard procedures and guidelines, wherein some latitude for judgment relative to understanding and interpretation is required; work can often be tedious and require more attention to detail. Job duties can be learned from moderately-simple, multiple-step instructions or demonstrations of moderate repetition.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department operations within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives, reviews, records, types, and/or distributes documentation; enters data into computer systems; logs, tracks, or maintains records regarding department activities; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; files, maintains, and stores hardcopy records.
Performs data entry functions by keying data into computer system; enters, retrieves, reviews or modifies data in computer database; scans documents into computer; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; indexes documents; develops databases and computerized reports.
Processes applications for department services, such as licenses, facility usage, program enrollment, employment, or other purposes; distributes application forms and provides information; accepts fees/deposits and processes completed applications; issues permits as appropriate; administers work order program and opens/closes work order requests.
Maintains file system of various files/records for the department: prepares files, organizes documentation, and files documents in designated order; retrieves/replaces files; scans records into computer; shreds/destroys confidential or obsolete documents; conducts records maintenance activities in compliance with guidelines governing record retention.
Performs customer service functions in person, by telephone, and by mail: provides information/assistance regarding department/division services, procedures, fees, or other issues; responds to routine questions or complaints; researches problems/complaints and initiates problem resolution; receives payments for various fees, fines, or services: records transactions, posts payments, and issues receipts; balances cash drawers; prepares revenues for deposit and forwards as appropriate.
Receives and sorts incoming documentation and materials: sends/receives documentation; distributes/delivers incoming faxes, subpoenas, mail, or other documentation to appropriate personnel; sorts, organizes, opens, and/or distributes incoming mail; signs for incoming packages and delivers to appropriate personnel; processes outgoing mail; copies and distributes forms, reports, correspondence, schedules, agendas, or other documentation.
Maintains current maps, telephone lists, directories, operating manuals, procedures, and other reference materials.
Conducts routine research of department files, database records, hardcopy materials, Internet sites, or other sources as needed.
Monitors inventory of department supplies and forms: ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; initiates requests/orders for new or replacement supplies; Operates a personal computer, scanner, telephone, postage machine, dictation equipment, shredder, general office equipment, two-way radio, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, graphics, desktop publishing, e mail, Internet, or other computer programs; provides training and/or technical support for other system users; troubleshoots computer problems and performs basic maintenance of computer system and general office equipment, such as backing up data or replacing paper, ink, or toner.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, volunteers, other departments, City officials, other municipalities, government agencies, attorneys, engineers, contractors, vendors, sales representatives, customers, the public, community organizations, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Additional Functions:
Performs other related duties as required.
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