Clerk Typist 1 (B)

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

1A11
CLERK TYPIST I

Specialties
( Bilingual ) ( General )

GENERAL DEFINITION

This is routine typing and clerical work. Employees in this class perform clerical duties at the beginning level. Employees in this class also perform routine typing of form letters, memoranda, reports and other material, however, previous training or experience in typing is required. The work includes operating standard office equipment. Work is performed under the close supervision of a clerical or administrative supervisor.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

Both Specialties

Types articles, form letters, memoranda, reports, tabulations, checks and other material from copy, rough draft, or dictating machine.
Utilizes a computer or terminal keyboard for typing and routine data entry and retrieval tasks.
Sorts and files correspondence, checks, vouchers, index cards, and other materials.
Posts personnel payroll, equipment, or other records.
Makes simple arithmetic calculations; computes data from requisitions, statistical reports, time reports, or other records.
Answers telephone and personal inquiries; routes visitors and calls; secures and gives out routine information.
Operates computers, terminals, copiers, calculators, typewriters, switchboard, or other office equipment.

Bilingual Specialty

Performs the duties described above with member of the English language speaking and designated non-English language speaking populations.

Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

business English, spelling, and arithmetic.

ABILITY TO:

make routine arithmetic computations and tabulations accurately and with reasonable speed.
learn assigned clerical tasks within a reasonable training period.
use a computer or terminal keyboard for typing and data entry and retrieval.
understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
type from clear copy at a speed level and within accuracy limits established to determine typing skills.
understand and speak the designated non-English language fluently for the Bilingual Specialty.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

(The following statements represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Applications submitted by candidates for this class will be reviewed based on training and experience requirements as approved on 3/1997.)

Both Specialties

EDUCATION

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

Additional Requirement for the Bilingual Specialty

Sufficient training and/or experience to be able to converse effectively in the designated non-English language.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

PAY RANGE: 4
Class Established: 1/1953

Spec. Revision:
CSC - 1/1997 ; Ad Board - 3/1997

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