Information Specialist III - Public Works
St. Louis County, Minnesota, Duluth, MN, United States
Public Works is seeking an Information Specialist III to join their Engineering Division in Pike Lake (Duluth).
Responsibilities include:
Routinely working and interacting with staff and the public by phone, email and in person.
Accounts Payable/Receivable.
Processing payroll for staff in two separate bargaining units with different guidelines for each.
New employee processing.
Assisting current employees with questions.
Maintaining accurate and efficient office filing systems.
The salary range is $24.69 - $34.20 per hour, including longevity pay.
Union Contract
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Union Contract represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
EEO
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States and on a full‑time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
Job Description
An employee in this class performs specialized information processing and customer service functions that require experienced judgment to analyze and resolve operational issues and respond appropriately to service demands of the work unit. Duties include explaining departmental regulations, policies and procedures and communicating work related judgments and decisions to customers; and extracting, analyzing and interpreting information from various sources to process records, reports, correspondence, databases, etc., in accordance with standard procedures requiring the employee to exercise experienced judgment in problem solving and adapting procedures to address work situations. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Physical Requirements
Require near and mid‑range vision, visual accommodation, hearing within 20 feet, grip, pinch and hand dexterity, and work inside. Frequent: pushing/pulling up to 15 pounds, lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, far vision, bending neck, rotating neck, reaching, sitting, talking/speaking, working alone or with others. Occasional: moving about, reaching above shoulder, rotating at waist while sitting or standing, standing, static neck position, stooping/bending, walking, right and left wrist turn, customer/public contact.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years full‑time paid verifiable clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to operate personal computer‑based systems.
Proficiency in operating word processing software.
Ability to type from clear copy at a rate of 40 w.p.m. net.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are described in the specification. For more information, see the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
Veterans Preference
If eligible for veterans preference, attach the required documents as listed.
Drug Testing, Background Check, Probationary Period
Selected candidates must pass a drug test and a background investigation. Appointees must complete a six‑month probationary period before becoming permanently employed.
Equal Opportunity
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran‑friendly employer.
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Responsibilities include:
Routinely working and interacting with staff and the public by phone, email and in person.
Accounts Payable/Receivable.
Processing payroll for staff in two separate bargaining units with different guidelines for each.
New employee processing.
Assisting current employees with questions.
Maintaining accurate and efficient office filing systems.
The salary range is $24.69 - $34.20 per hour, including longevity pay.
Union Contract
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Union Contract represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
EEO
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States and on a full‑time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
Job Description
An employee in this class performs specialized information processing and customer service functions that require experienced judgment to analyze and resolve operational issues and respond appropriately to service demands of the work unit. Duties include explaining departmental regulations, policies and procedures and communicating work related judgments and decisions to customers; and extracting, analyzing and interpreting information from various sources to process records, reports, correspondence, databases, etc., in accordance with standard procedures requiring the employee to exercise experienced judgment in problem solving and adapting procedures to address work situations. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Physical Requirements
Require near and mid‑range vision, visual accommodation, hearing within 20 feet, grip, pinch and hand dexterity, and work inside. Frequent: pushing/pulling up to 15 pounds, lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, far vision, bending neck, rotating neck, reaching, sitting, talking/speaking, working alone or with others. Occasional: moving about, reaching above shoulder, rotating at waist while sitting or standing, standing, static neck position, stooping/bending, walking, right and left wrist turn, customer/public contact.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years full‑time paid verifiable clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to operate personal computer‑based systems.
Proficiency in operating word processing software.
Ability to type from clear copy at a rate of 40 w.p.m. net.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are described in the specification. For more information, see the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
Veterans Preference
If eligible for veterans preference, attach the required documents as listed.
Drug Testing, Background Check, Probationary Period
Selected candidates must pass a drug test and a background investigation. Appointees must complete a six‑month probationary period before becoming permanently employed.
Equal Opportunity
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran‑friendly employer.
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