Senior Typist
Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District, Johnstown, NY, United States
Senior Typist
HFM BOCES Special Education has a full-time, 12-month opening for a Senior Typist to begin work on 6/29/2026.
Distinguishing Features of the Class:
The work involves the responsibility for independently performing complex clerical operations and administrative support tasks. Incumbents spend a substantial amount of time operating a personal computer and the rest of the time on routine administrative tasks to ensure the efficient workflow of the office. The work also involves responsibility for the entry and retrieval of information using software on a computer and using a computer to produce printed material such as letters, memoranda and forms. Incumbents work under general supervision, receiving detailed instructions only where policies have not been determined. This class differs from that of Typist by the increased time spent on operating software and the more limited scope of duties and decision-making responsibilities. Does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities (Illustrative but not exhaustive):
Establishes and implements office procedures and maintains an efficient work flow;
Prepares correspondence, documents, records and other written material;
Maintains and updates database/spreadsheet records on a personal computer;
Reviews accounts, reports and other documents for completeness, accuracy and conformity with established procedures;
Screens callers or visitors to determine the nature of the inquiry and refers to the appropriate party or office and answers inquiries as appropriate;
Collects employment applications and coordinates interviews;
Prepares and maintains student and staff attendance;
Tracks and managers staff evaluations;
Coordinates with school districts for students required documentation related to their individual education program;
Establishes and maintains confidential and general office files;
HFM BOCES Special Education has a full-time, 12-month opening for a Senior Typist to begin work on 6/29/2026.
Distinguishing Features of the Class:
The work involves the responsibility for independently performing complex clerical operations and administrative support tasks. Incumbents spend a substantial amount of time operating a personal computer and the rest of the time on routine administrative tasks to ensure the efficient workflow of the office. The work also involves responsibility for the entry and retrieval of information using software on a computer and using a computer to produce printed material such as letters, memoranda and forms. Incumbents work under general supervision, receiving detailed instructions only where policies have not been determined. This class differs from that of Typist by the increased time spent on operating software and the more limited scope of duties and decision-making responsibilities. Does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities (Illustrative but not exhaustive):
Establishes and implements office procedures and maintains an efficient work flow;
Prepares correspondence, documents, records and other written material;
Maintains and updates database/spreadsheet records on a personal computer;
Reviews accounts, reports and other documents for completeness, accuracy and conformity with established procedures;
Screens callers or visitors to determine the nature of the inquiry and refers to the appropriate party or office and answers inquiries as appropriate;
Collects employment applications and coordinates interviews;
Prepares and maintains student and staff attendance;
Tracks and managers staff evaluations;
Coordinates with school districts for students required documentation related to their individual education program;
Establishes and maintains confidential and general office files;