Office Assistant (30 Hours) Jobs

Position Summary Perform a wide variety of clerical duties in support of an assigned function; develop and input correspondence and data into a computer terminal; assist and inform the public on departmental policies and procedures and assist with basic sorting, filing, copying and/or clerical accounting activities. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. High school diploma or GED; and Two (2) years of clerical experience. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire. Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire. Preferred Knowledge

• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Basic mathematical principles
• Principles of basic clerical accounting
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Principles of cash handling
• Basic office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Principles and procedures of filing systems
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Maintain accurate and complete records
• Learn to interpret and apply City policies and procedures
• Microsoft Office Preferred Skills & Abilities
• Assist in preparing a variety of reports and correspondence
• Perform general clerical work including answering the phone and assisting the general public
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Practices used in minute taking and preparation