Typist Clerk - Provisional

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Position Type:
Classified Staff/TYPIST CLERK
Date Posted:
1/5/2026
Location:
Multiple Locations
Closing Date:
02/28/2026

Typist Clerk - Provisional

Applicants - Please note that it is required that you have either taken the competitive Nassau County Civil Service exam and are on the list, or have the qualifications to become a provisional hire in the title and take the exam when announced by Nassau County Civil Service.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs routine typing and clerical work involving standardized clerical tasks; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES:

Under general supervision, the duties require the use of judgment in the performance of standardized clerical tasks, and the work is reviewed for quality, accuracy, and correctness.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

1.

Types forms, form letters, bills, vouchers, payrolls, records, catalog cards, reports, index cards, accounts, statements, charts, transcripts, etc.

2.

Composes and types routine letters.

3.

Issues, reviews, and receives library material.

4.

Maintains office records and files of some variety and moderate complexity.

5.

Collects money and posts entries to simple accounts.

6.

Answers telephone, takes messages, and makes appointments.

7.

Acts as receptionist or information clerk.

8.

Checks and proofreads applications, vouchers, forms, and letters for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with prescribed procedures.

9.

Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.

10.

May transcribe from recordings.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1.	Knowledge of office terminology, procedures, equipment, and clerical techniques.
2.	Knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic.
3.	Ability to type at a satisfactory rate of speed.
4.	Ability to understand simple oral and written instructions.
5.	Ability to adhere to prescribed departmental routines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience

1.	Graduation from high school; or
2.	Two years of satisfactory clerical experience, which included typing.

Non-Discrimination Statement
The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation or victim of domestic violence status. In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES shall not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee's or dependent's reproductive health decision-making. Additional information is available by contacting the following individuals: Sammy Gergis, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources & Education Management, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2358, sgergis@nasboces.org and/or Mark Raimondi, Assistant Director, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2347, mraimondi@nasboces.org. For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act. A complete version of the Non-Discrimination Statement and the Policy Manual are available on the Nassau BOCES website at www.nassauboces.org.

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