Keyboarding Clerk 1
Department of Public Works, Property & Engineering  
Starting Salary: $31,000

Definition: Under close supervision, performs routine, repetitive clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions; formats and key enters/types correspondence, documents, reports, charts and other materials on a computer console, typewriter, or other key entry device used by the agency; does other related duties as required. The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Examples of Work:
• Reviews, sorts, and routes incoming correspondence and independently prepare response letters on routine matters. 
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of reports by gathering data and relevant information.   
• Sees that pertinent material is obtained from files and other sources, arranges it in usable form, and prepares memoranda and summaries as required.
• May provide information to those requesting it including department personnel, representatives of state, local, and other groups, organizations and agencies, and to the public in accord with established policy.
• Prepares meeting agendas, takes minutes and puts into official form. 
• Maintains records and files.

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of secretarial, clerical, and other office routines, procedures, and practices, and their application to specific situations.
• Knowledge of basic computer applications.
• Ability to read and interpret department regulations, programs, standards, and procedures.
• Ability to accurately type correspondence and reports.
• Ability to compute arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to organize assigned clerical work and develop effective work methods.
• Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to perform tasks accurately within prescribed time frames.  
• Ability to work effectively with others.

Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED 
• Read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties
• Office experience is preferred.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license 
 
Note: Offers of employment for this title are contingent upon successful completion of physical fitness testing that includes drug screening and verification of clean driving record.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and work history to:
Department of Personnel
HR@CumberlandCountyNJ.gov or fax to 856.453.2121
OR complete and online application and upload documents at:
https://www.cumberlandcountynj.gov/jobs

Open Until Filled

The County of Cumberland is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to recruit and hire qualified individuals without discrimination and regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, breastfeeding, gender identity or expression, disability, liability for military service, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait and genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing). Cumberland County employment is governed by the rules and regulations of the New Jersey Civil Service Commission.