CLERK TYPIST 3 OPEN

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CLERK TYPIST 3 - OPEN

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CLERK TYPIST 3 - OPEN



Salary


$52,771.40 - $55,930.23 Annually



Location


Ohio 45202, OH




Job Type


Full-time Classified



Job Number


25-999062 (O)




Department


Various City Departments



Opening Date


10/08/2025




Closing Date


10/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern





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General Statement of Duties

This employee is responsible for performing varied complex clerical duties such as typing, record keeping, proofreading, editing, writing, coordinating, and dealing with the public; generally, works independently and is responsible for planning and organizing own work.

Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)


(Illustrative only.

Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:
Basic business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Sentence structure.
Standard office methods and practices.
Basic math.
Methods for formatting documents using word processing software.

Skill to:
Type various forms of correspondence in a timely manner.
Type final copies of reports, letters, and tables from longhand or a rough draft copy.
Operate a typewriter, word processor, or personal computer.

Ability to:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Plan and organize own work.
Make corrections to grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format errors.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

Examples of Work Performed

(Illustrative only.

Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)
Formats and types correspondence, reports, and technical/legal documents using a standard typewriter or word processor/personal computer; formats documents using word processing software.
Makes corrections to grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format errors when typing; also edits materials written by others.
Proofreads for typographical errors as well as errors in English usage, spelling, punctuation, and format.
Answers phone calls and greets visitors, taking messages, answering questions and complaints.
Copies, collates and addresses material for mailing and routing; also receives, opens, and routes incoming mail.
Files and retrieves information from files; classifies materials for filing, establishing new file categories when appropriate.
Estimates supply and equipment needs; handles the distribution of office supplies and equipment.
Researches information needed for projects and reports.
Writes responses to inquiries received by the work unit; selects and sends appropriate form letters.



Required Education and Experience


RESUME MUST BE ATTACHED

OPEN
Each applicant must have three years of paid work experience in complex clerical duties such as typing, record keeping, proofreading, editing, writing, coordinating, and dealing with the public.

Additionally each applicant must have a High School diploma or G.E.D.


OTHER REQUIREMENTS
In some positions, must have a valid Driver's License.
In some positions, must be willing to work irregular hours.

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

Working and Physical Conditions


Probationary Period: Six months

Supervision Exercised:

No formal supervisory responsibilities; may direct and check the work of less experienced personnel or instruct and train others in specific aspects of the work

HR Contact:Ashley Thomas -Ashley.Thomas@Cincinnati-oh.gov







The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change.

Not all benefits listed are available for every position.

Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan.

For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce.

A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below.

This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a Qualified Medical Child Support Order)
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees.

Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.


Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense.

Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.



Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses.

Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work.

Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health.

The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals.

These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans.

If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.


Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees.

New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system.

CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets.

CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements.

The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan.

The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.





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Do you have a High School diploma or G.E.D.?



+ Yes

+ No



02

Do you have three years of paid work experience in complex clerical duties such as typing, record keeping, proofreading, editing, writing, coordinating, and dealing with the public?

(Resume must be attached)

+ Yes

+ No



03

Please briefly explain your experience complex clerical duties such as typing, record keeping, proofreading, editing, writing, coordinating, and dealing with the public.





04

Did you attach your resume?

(Must be attached)

+ Yes

+ No


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Employer

City of Cincinnati



Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202



Phone

513-352-2400



Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm

Required Skill Profession

Other General