Typist

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Performs difficult but routine typing and general clerical work. Engages in detailed clerical work under general supervision. Detailed instructions are given for new or difficult assignments. Since this is the beginning class in the typist series, alertness and a willingness to learn and prepare for assignments of progressively increasing difficulty are essential. Does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

Types forms, form letters, invoices, resolutions, vouchers, records, reports and index cards and similar materials;

Transcribes longhand copy;

Relieves switchboard operator;

Addresses envelopes on a typewriter or computer;

Sorts correspondence, vouchers and similar materials;

Acts as receptionist, directing callers to the proper person or office;

Operates all office machines; Indexes materials.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; reasonable knowledge of business arithmetic and English; ability to type from clean copy or rough draft as a minimum acceptable rate of 35 words per minute on a typewriter or personal computer; clerical aptitude, write legibly; mental alertness; neatness of appearance; ability to get along well with others; tact and courtesy and physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma recognized by the New York State Education Department, including or supplemented by a course in typing or computers; PLUS one year of office experience which shall have including clerical work and working on a computer.

Reviewed 9/7/76; 5/7/79

Reviewed with no change 7/26/82; 8/18/86 7/28/10

Revised 4/29/96; 9/21/99

CSC Amended 9/14/15