Community aide (ncs) - employees' and elected officials' retirement system

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Starting Pay:
$18.00 Hourly

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Job Summary:

The Retirement Systems (ERS) is seeking an individual who is dependable and focused on customer service, to fill a temporary non-civil service Community Aide/Clerical position. This is a position of trust. The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal background check.

Essential Functions:

This position will be responsible for performing a variety of office support duties which may include, but not limited to the following:

• Prepare and scan various documents for electronic retention purposes;
• Process and organize scanned documents in various formats for retention on network and local drives;
• Copy, sort, and file records related to office activities, business transactions, and other matters;
• Operate office machines including document imaging equipment to create electronic files;
• Prepare index, digitalized paperwork, and electronically store images according to organizational guidelines;
• Performs various other duties as needed or assigned

Work is performed in an office setting under supervision from an administrative superior. Work involves lifting and moving boxes short distances, reaching above shoulders or bending to retrieve boxes/files, and prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

AND

Experience: Have one year of document management and clerical experience.

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 – Intermediate level and above
• A strong work ethic and proactive critical thinking skills
• Ability to deal courteously with employees at all levels of government and to work effectively with varying temperament, both in person and by telephone
• Keen attention to detail and sound judgement
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions.
• Basic knowledge of accounting terminology and spreadsheets

Additional Information

Background Check
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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