Clerk IIIPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/4515700)ApplyClerk IIISalary$38,303.00 - $45,729.00 AnnuallyLocationMI, MIJob TypeCertified-Regular Civil ServiceJob Number20230473309903OCFOJSDepartmentOff Chf Financial OfficerOpening Date05/21/2024Closing Date5/24/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining Unit1220-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 2799 FinanceDescriptionBenefitsDescriptionBe a Part of the City You Love!The Office of the Chief Financial Officer - Assessors Division is accepting applications for a Clerk I II position.Position SummaryThe Clerk class is a non-supervisory role responsible for general office or support duties such as preparing, receiving, reviewing, and verifying documents; processing transactions; maintaining office records; and locating and compiling data or information from files and other data sources. Clerical work requires knowledge of an organization's rules and procedures and requires training, experience, or working knowledge related to the tasks to be performed. In this class, Clerks are classified as Levels I-IV, with varying degrees of responsibility. Clerks combine a practical knowledge of accounting, budget, or other financial management related clerical support functions with procedural knowledge in carrying out the goals of their particular organization.Examples of DutiesPerforms ERP Cloud applications that impact assigned operations including other technology applications that are introduced over timeReads source documents such as canceled checks, sales reports, or bills, and enters data into specific data fields using keyboards or scannersOperate s office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems , and personal computersAnswer s telephones, direct calls , and take s messagesFiles and stores completed documents in appropriate locations ; Retrieves materials in alphabetic, numeric, or chronological orderMaintain s and update s filing, inventory, mailing , and database systems using a computerCompile s , sort s, and verif ies the accuracy of data before it is enteredCommunicate s with customers, employees , and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate s or explain s information, take s orders , and address es complaintsCollects, counts, and disburses money and completes transactionsComp letes and mail s bills, contract, policies, invoices , or checksOpen s , sort s, and route s incoming mail, answer s correspondence , and outgoing mailCompiles, copies, sorts, and files records of office activities, business transactions, and other activitiesMatches order forms with invoices and records the necessary informationLocate s and correct s data entry errors, or report s them to supervisorsStores completed documents in appropriate locationsCompares data with source documents or re-enters data in verification format to detect errorsDebits, credits, and totals accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting softwareOperates computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze informationChecks figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codesClassifies, records, and summarizes numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computersCompiles statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and lossesCodes documents according to City proceduresReconciles or notes and reports discrepancies found in recordsAccesses computerized financial information to answer general questions , as well as those related to specific accountsCompile s , review s , analyze s and record s payroll time, payroll data, withholdings, benefits, and other employee related dat aPerforms special projects and other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsEducationFor all Clerks, it is a requirement to have completed High School graduation or General Education Development (GED) certificate.ExperienceIn addition to the minimum education requirements the following experience requirements also apply:For selection, appointment to Clerk level II or higher, in addition to the minimum education requirements, more progressive levels of experience are required based on the following:Clerk III – at least three (3) years of experienceEquivalencyEquivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.Supplemental InformationEvaluation PlanComputerized Assessment: 30%Interview: 50%Evaluation of Training, Experience, & Personal Qualifications (TEP): 20%Total of Computerized Assessment, Interview, and Evaluation of T.E.P: 100%Detroit Residency Credit: 15 PointsVeteran Points: 0-15 PointsLRD: 01/09/2024EMPLOYMENT BENEFITSThe City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:HEALTHMedical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.DentalVisionINSURANCELife Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.PAID TIME OFFSick LeaveVacationHolidaysOTHER LEAVE BENEFITSThe City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,RETIREMENT BENEFITSCity Employees Retirement SystemAs a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, orAt age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.AgencyCity of DetroitAddressColeman A. 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