What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLERICAL WORKER position at City of Burbank, CA?
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 09/22/25 - Practical examination
Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.
Under direction, to perform of a variety of clerical and office work; and to do related work as required.
Essential Functions
Performs clerical duties such as typing, proofreading, filing, operating office machines, assists the public; checks and records information on records; refers calls to appropriate personnel; responds to routine procedural and directional inquiries; writes receipts for fees; assists in mail delivery operation; prepares and maintains files and other records; prepares and sends out notices; assists in the performance of a variety of routine accounting and statistical duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge in modern office methods, procedures, and equipment.
Skill in accurate use of figures, grammar, punctuations, and spelling.
Ability to organize and maintain files; understand and interpret written material; learn and understand oral instructions; operate a variety of office equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
Education/Training: One year of office clerical experience or completion of a full-time, six-month business course in a recognized business school or six months experience in the City’s Work Trainee program.
This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
