Intake/Customer Service Clerk
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
The United States District Court for the Western District of New York is seeking an Intake/Customer Service Clerk. Intake/Customer Service Clerks are the "face" of the Court to much of the public and attorneys who practice in the Court and help create positive public impressions about the Judiciary. To apply, please visit: *******************************************************
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
03/28/2025 to 04/25/2025
* Salary
$41,785 - $67,931 per year
* Pay scale & grade
CL 23
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Buffalo, NY
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent - At-Will
* Work schedule
Full-time
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
24 - Promotion potential to CL-24 without further competition based on eligibility and needs of the office.
* Job family (Series)
* 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Other
* Drug test
No
* Financial disclosure
No
* Bargaining unit status
No
* Announcement number
25-07
* Control number
834439100
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This job is open to
* The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Duties
Intake/Customer Service Clerks are the "face" of the Court to much of the public and attorneys who practice in the Court and help create positive public impressions about the Judiciary. The successful candidate must exhibit the highest standards of excellence and integrity, and display, at all times and to all persons, a courteous, professional and cooperative attitude.
Responsibilities
* Answer and route incoming calls and assist the public in the use of databases.
* Provide basic information to the public, the bar, and the Court.
* Assign case numbers and open cases.
* Receive and file documents, notices, minutes, decisions, orders, and judgments.
* Create new case files, maintain case records, retrieve files, copy records, and certify court documents.
* Check for prior or prohibited filings. Verify and issue summons. Verify attorneys' authority to practice.
* Review and process attorney admission documents.
* Receive and process payments, issue receipts, secure and balance cash drawer.
* Respond to form and copy requests.
* Assist with quality control.
* Adhere to procedures of the court.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
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Conditions of Employment
Employees must adhere to a Code of Conduct. The Court provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Veterans' preference is not a factor used in Judicial Branch appointments. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship. Positions with the U.S. Courts are excepted service appointments, which are "At-Will" and may be terminated with or without cause. Employees are required to use electronic funds transfer for payroll deposit.
Qualifications
Qualification Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent and two years of general experience.
General experience includes progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates the possession of, or the ability to acquire, the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position.
Preferred Qualifications/Court Preferred Skills
The Court is seeking an applicant with a strong work ethic, initiative, dependability and a friendly and customer-focused attitude. An understanding of professional office procedures and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment is preferable. Interaction will be with various individuals; therefore, the candidate should possess excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. The ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously are essential.
Proficiency and experience in the use of computer systems, including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, is highly preferred. Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) experience and knowledge of court/legal terminology are helpful.
Prior customer service experience preferred. A bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited four-year college or university is strongly preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Additional information
This position is assigned to the Clerk's Office, U.S. District Court, Western District of New York, and reports to the Operations Manager.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.
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* Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Cover letter, resume, and AO78 Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (available at ****************************************************************
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
* How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and AO78 Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (*************************************************************** as a single PDF attachment by email to: ****************************** - subject line "Intake/Customer Service Clerk, Reference No. 25-07." Save the documents as one PDF, using your firstname_lastname. When the AO78 is filled out electronically and returned by email, the fillable form must first be resaved and submitted as a non-fillable PDF before submission, otherwise the form will appear blank. Applicants are not required to complete the AO78, page 5, Optional Background Information until the time of a conditional offer.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email ******************************
Address US District Court, Western District of New York
2 Niagara Square
Buffalo, NY 14202
US
Next steps
Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified and must travel at their own expense.
* Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Criminal history inquiries
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Financial suitability
* New employee probationary period
* Privacy Act
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Selective Service
* Signature and false statements
* Social security number request
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Cover letter, resume, and AO78 Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (available at ****************************************************************
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and AO78 Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (*************************************************************** as a single PDF attachment by email to: ****************************** - subject line "Intake/Customer Service Clerk, Reference No. 25-07." Save the documents as one PDF, using your firstname_lastname. When the AO78 is filled out electronically and returned by email, the fillable form must first be resaved and submitted as a non-fillable PDF before submission, otherwise the form will appear blank. Applicants are not required to complete the AO78, page 5, Optional Background Information until the time of a conditional offer.
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Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email ******************************
Address US District Court, Western District of New York
2 Niagara Square
Buffalo, NY 14202
US
Next steps
Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified and must travel at their own expense.
Read more
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Criminal history inquiries
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Financial suitability
* New employee probationary period
* Privacy Act
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Selective Service
* Signature and false statements
* Social security number request
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
03/28/2025 to 04/25/2025
* Salary
$41,785 - $67,931 per year
* Pay scale & grade
CL 23
* Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Buffalo, NY
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent - At-Will
* Work schedule
Full-time
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
24 - Promotion potential to CL-24 without further competition based on eligibility and needs of the office.
* Job family (Series)
* 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Other
* Drug test
No
* Financial disclosure
No
* Bargaining unit status
No
* Announcement number
25-07
* Control number
834439100
This job originated on **************** For the full announcement and to apply, visit ****************************** Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at *************** will be considered.
23.25 - Passport Clerk - Full Time - Buffalo, NY
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
Kelly Government Solutions is currently seeking a Passport Agent to join the passport team. This is a full-time, long-term, on-site position. **Job Title** **:** Passport Agent Clerk **Shift:** This is a 1 st shift, full-time, long term position that is 100% ONSITE - Monday - Friday
**Pay Rate:** $23.25 an hour - Full Time: 40 hours a week
_(Pay rate has $4.57 H&W built in being paid as cash. The H&W can be changed from cash and used as medical or 401K savings if you prefer.)_
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Ability to successfully complete a government MRPT public clearance background
+ At least two year's work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field using office equipment and software such as Microsoft Office
+ Be at least a high school graduate or equivalent
+ Lift up to 25-30lbs occasionally
+ Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
+ Able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, pull, reach, bend and lift
**Core Duties:**
+ Process passport applications: receive, review, scan, data entry, print, mail, and archive.
+ Operate office equipment: scanners, mailers, and TDIS-PD system.
+ Provide customer service: assist applicants at counters, schedule appointments, and provide information.
+ Quality assurance: verify application completeness, document compliance, and fee accuracy.
+ Administrative tasks: file, data entry, cashiering, and receptionist duties.
+ Training and support: assist with agent training and maintain electronic records.
+ Resolve application discrepancies and undeliverable mail.
+ Generate correspondence and re-batch applications.
+ Assist with special projects as needed.
**Benefits:**
+ This is a contract to hire position which offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package
+ Optional health, vision, and dental plans
+ Paid Vacation (80 hours)
+ Paid sick leave (56 hours accrued)
+ 11 paid federal holidays
+ 401 K plan
+ HW pay (included in pay rate)
If you are interested in this opportunity or know someone who would be interested and qualified, apply today or contact Bonnie Garrett by sending a resume to ********************************
Kelly Government Solutions (KGS) is a specialty service of Kelly Services, Inc., a leader in providing workforce solutions. KGS provides experienced staff to the federal government and its key suppliers, including prime and small business contractors. Through services such as government contract staffing, workforce management and project management, and contract compliance services, KGS can supply talent to both public and private sectors alike. KGS offers engineering, IT, administrative, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with many of the prestigious Government organizations worldwide. Visit ********************************
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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (********************************************************************* for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly Government Solutions?
Looking to connect with premier government agencies or the top 25 federal government contractors? Kelly Government Solutions partners with these organizations to create expert talent solutions that solve the world's most critical challenges. We offer a variety of full-time, project (SOW), seasonal, and surge support opportunities in science, engineering, technology, professional, and administrative support roles. Our experts will connect you to the opportunity that fits your schedule and interests and handle the details of transferring and processing all levels of security clearances. It's just another way we make the job search work for you.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
School Clerk PS# 304 Hutchinson Central Technical High School Permanent/Provisional RB #24-409
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ROOM 720 CITY HALL BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202 April 4, 2025 RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #24-409 BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply
(The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans.
The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American)
POSITION: School Clerk - Permanent/Provisional
SALARY: $45,439 - $52,780
LOCATION: PS 304 Hutchinson Central Technical High School, 256 S. Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14201
APPLICATION:
Successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must apply until you receive a confirmation email.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Incumbents of a position in this class perform difficult and responsible clerical work in a school administrative office. They are responsible for performing varied clerical tasks requiring independent judgment, a complete understanding of the office's rules, policies, and procedures, and the operation of a typewriter, CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer, and other related office equipment. Incumbents receive infrequent instruction in their work performance; however, new problems are referred to a superior before action is taken. Employees in this class work under the general supervision of the School Principal/Assistant Principal. Supervision is exercised over clerical personnel assigned to the school.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Relieves Principal/Assistant Principal and directs the activities of the administrative office of the school
Acts as a liaison between the Principal/Assistant Principal and office/building personnel and faculty members
Reproduces and types from various sources letters, bulletins, forms, and memoranda pertaining to a school office
Composes and types original written communications
Compiles weekly, monthly, and annual reports and records
Maintains and updates records on same
Compiles, enters, and maintains bi-weekly payrolls of faculty and school staff
Receives visitors, answers inquiries and callers, and refers them to proper school officials
Receives, sorts, and distributes incoming mail
Prepares, maintains and inputs permanent record cards of pupils
Prepares and issues transcripts of pupils' records to high schools, colleges and universities
Requisitions materials and supplies as approved
Checks upon delivery and issues to faculty members/staff
May be required to receive, count, and deposit all monies that pass through the office
Issues receipts and maintains financial records/reports of the same
May operate telephone switchboard and other office equipment including typewriter, CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer, and related office equipment
May be required to open the school doors for callers to enter the building
May be required to take charge of the administrative office during summer months, when school is not in session or when directed by the Principal/Assistant Principal
Performs related duties as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment
Thorough knowledge of Business Arithmetic and English
Clerical aptitude
Ability to operate a typewriter/alpha-numeric keyboard at 35 wpm to produce an accurate and clean copy
Ability to be trained in the operation of CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer, and related office equipment
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates
Ability to establish an effective working relationship with pupils, parents, and school officials
Courtesy; tact; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Applicants must have continuous and permanent status in any city department for one year as an Account Clerk-Typist, Account Clerk-Stenographer, Administrative Aide, Legal Secretary, Legal Stenographer, Report Technician, Senior Account Clerk-Typist, Senior Account Clerk-Stenographer, Senior Stenographer, Senior Typist, Stenographer, Typist or Typist (Spanish Speaking).
In addition, all applicants must have completed a course in typing or keyboarding, which must be listed on application.
Note: Candidates will only be allowed to participate in an exam and be approved or certified for appointment to departments where the rate of pay for School Clerk is at a higher rate of pay than their current position, even if their title is listed above.
Open Competitive
(A) Associate's Degree from an accredited college or business institute in Secretarial Science or a closely related field including a course in typing or keyboarding (course must be listed on application) and one year of full-time experience where work involves the operation of an alphanumeric keyboard;
OR
(B) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma including or supplemented by a course in typing or keyboarding (course must be listed on application) and three years of full-time clerical experience, one year of which must have been in the operation of an alpha numeric keyboard.
Note: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.
Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.
FINAL FILING DATE: April 10, 2025
APPROVED:
Tami Hollie-McGee
Chief of Human Resources
Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to ******************************* or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 **************
Part Time Data Entry Clerk
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
An established company is currently hiring a remote data entry clerk. The position is part time, very flexible on hours, and is a permanent opportunity within the company. Starting pay is up to $20 per hour, depending on experience. No prior experience is required, however, the ideal applicant will have previous I.T. Help Desk ticket experience or has worked online customer service for a technology company or busy online retailer. Applicants interested in this position must be comfortable working on the computer all day and have exceptional typing skills and an attention to detail. Individuals who are interested in finding a job opportunity that allows for career growth into an Information Technology or Customer Service Help Desk role are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Data Entry Clerk is responsible for receiving requests for technical assistance from customers. The data entry clerk is responsible for opening requests and submitting into the companys ticketing system for the Help Desk technicians to review. The data entry clerk will review each open ticket to see the outcome from the help desk (did they fix the problem or does it require a coordinated call to customer, etc.) The clerk then emails responses to customers to ensure they are provided with exceptional customer service and receive the updates. You must be organized and focused on each ticket being closed out quickly.
Clerk - FT - Day Shift
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
HOURLY RANGE: $20.299 - $24.400 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves the performance of routine and standardized clerical tasks. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher-ranking employee. Detailed instructions are given for new assignments and practices. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
* Sorts, indexes and files mail, bills, requisitions, ledger cards and other material alphabetically and numerically;
* Pulls material from files, makes file searches, maintains charge-out records and file cards;
* Checks reports and records for accuracy and completeness;
* Answers telephone and gives out information;
* Operates office machines;
* Makes entries on cards, bills or in ledgers from original sources;
* Assists in the preparation of payrolls and maintenance of time cards;
* Opens, timestamps, sorts, and distributes mail;
* Operates a telephone;
* Makes simple arithmetic computations;
* Gives directional information;
* Utilizes enhanced computer systems and equipment in the completion of assigned clerical tasks.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; working knowledge of business arithmetic and English; working knowledge of the functions and organization of the agency to which assigned; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; dependability; clerical aptitude; tact and courtesy; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
NOTE: Office clerical experience may be substituted for the high school requirement on a year for year basis.
Clerk IV (SPHHS Administrative Assistant & Registrar)
Clerk Job 5 miles from Tonawanda
About UMass Amherst
UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.
Job Summary
The SPHHS Admin/Registrar provides comprehensive, high-level administrative support within the School of Public Health and Health Sciences (SPHHS). The work is split at 50% supporting the Public Health Sciences program and 50% supporting SPHHS and its departments.
Essential Functions
Support PUBHLTH & SPHHS department course scheduling.
Monitor and process student waitlist requests for PUBHLTH courses and credit overloads for students in the PHS program.
Work with the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Studies, PHS program director, and department chairs and/or administrators to submit courses to the University Registrar's Office for scheduling ahead of the Registrar's deadlines.
Update class caps during the course registration period and track hidden caps to manage enrollment from multiple majors.
Enroll students into SPHHS 600 after Associate Dean reviews enrollment requests.
Communicate course scheduling issues to leadership and serve as a liaison between the Registrar's Office and leadership to support timely resolution of these issues.
Support student enrollment in PUBHLTH internships and independent studies.
Maintain organization of applications, approvals, and documentation for students earning academic credit for public health internships and independent studies.
Serve as a liaison with the University Office of Career Development & Professional Connections to process academic credit requests associated with public health internships.
Enroll students in academic credits associated with public health internships and independent studies.
Maintain a record of organizations that have hosted PH interns.
Support degree tracking activities for students enrolled in the PHS major and 4+1 programs.
Perform administrative tasks associated with the Focus Area requirement in the Public Health Sciences major, including processing focus area course proposals and progress through Spire Tracker database.
Support PH advising staff in completing activities related to degree tracking and graduation clearance.
Maintain organization of application files and tracking systems for students applying to public health 4+1 programs.
Maintain organization of application files and submit hiring forms for graduate TA and TO positions.
Support PHS program staff and faculty teaching in the PHS program and SPHHS courses.
Process program-related purchasing and expense reports.
Submit room reservation requests for the PHS Program Director and program staff.
Collect course exam schedules from faculty and submit exam details to the Registrar's Office.
Coordinate administration of the Student Response to Instruction (SRTI) teaching evaluation process.
Assign classroom spaces in SPHHS Hub by adhering to SPHHS guidelines and ensuring classroom utilization is at or above 95% for courses within SPHHS departments, resolving conflicts as needed.
Update course enrollment tracking spreadsheets after every add/drop period and maintain an archive of current and past PUBHLTH course syllabi.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
High School diploma or equivalent.
Three (3) years of experience working in a professional office setting. An associate's degree or above may substitute for two (2) years of required experience.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Excellent written and verbal skills, including the ability to understand and explain school and University policies to students.
Ability to assess and set priorities and organization of multiple, complex projects and deadline-driven deliverables.
Ability to function successfully, with a professional demeanor under pressure and time constraints with minimal supervision.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of an effective, equity-focused team and represent the offices with professionalism, tact, confidentiality, and sound judgement to a diverse population of staff, students, faculty, and external contacts.
Working knowledge of computers and office software such as Microsoft Office, Zoom, and Adobe. Willingness to learn new systems.
Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
Experience working in a higher education institution.
Familiarity with Spire, Navigate, Qualtrics, Google Forms, Canva, DocuSign, BuyWays, technological tools for scheduling meetings, Marketing Cloud, Summit experience strongly preferred.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
Typical Office Environment.
Work Schedule
37.5 hours per week.
Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm.
Salary Information
USA/MTA Non-Exempt Grade 13.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.
Sausage and Grinds Clerk
Clerk Job 11 miles from Tonawanda
We're looking to add hard working, reliable people who take pride in their work and understand how much each customer means to a business! We also look for applicants who want to grow professionally with our company. Does that sound like you? We have an opening for a full time Sausage and Grinds Clerk to join our team! This candidate must be professional, have a positive attitude and be enthusiastic in dealing with our customers and coworkers. They must also be cooperative, reliable and show steady work history.
In this role, you will be
Learning to properly make sausage and grinds by following recipes & procedures
Working in a cold environment
Merchandising product according to weekly ad
Stocking product (lifting, bending)
Breaking down pallets full of product to fill shelves or back stock in coolers
Maintaining proper product rotation
Operating our meat wrapping machine
Working at Dash's Market in a full time position offers many amazing benefits:
Health care benefits
Vision & Dental options
Paid Vacations
Paid holidays
401K program
Scholarship program
School Clerk #60031290 (Open Competitive)
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
Incumbents of a position in this class perform difficult and responsible clerical work in a school administrative office. They are responsible for the performance of varied clerical tasks requiring the exercise of independent judgment, a complete understanding of the rules, policies and procedures of the office, and the operation of a typewriter, CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer and other related office equipment. Incumbents receive infrequent instruction in the performance of their work; however, new problems are referred to a superior before action is taken. Employees in this class work under general supervision of the School Principal/Assistant Principal. Supervision is exercised over clerical personnel assigned to the school.
Relieves Principal/Assistant Principal and directs the activities of the administrative office of the school:
* acts as a liaison between the Principal/Assistant Principal and office/building personnel and faculty members;
Reproduces and types from various sources letters, bulletins, forms and memoranda pertaining to a school office;
* composes and types original written communications;
Compiles weekly, monthly and annual reports and records;
* maintains and updates records on same;
Compiles, enters and maintains bi-weekly payrolls of faculty and school staff;
Receives visitors, answers inquiries and callers and refers them to proper school officials;
Receives, sorts, and distributes incoming mail;
Prepares, maintains and inputs permanent record cards of pupils;
* prepares and issues transcripts of pupils' records to high schools, colleges and universities;
Requisitions materials and supplies as approved:
* checks upon delivery and issues to faculty members/staff;
May be required to receive, count and deposit all monies that pass through the office:
* issues receipts and maintains financial records/reports of same;
May operate telephone switchboard and other office equipment including typewriter, CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer and related office equipment;
May be required to open the school doors for callers to enter the building;
May be required to take charge of the administrative office during summer months, when school is not in session or when directed by the Principal/Assistant Principal;
Performs related duties as required.
(A) Associate's Degree from an accredited college or business institute in Secretarial Science or a closely related field including a course typing or keyboarding (course must be listed on application) and one year of full-time experience where work involves the operation of an alpha numeric keyboard;
OR
(B) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma including or supplemented by a course in typing or keyboarding (course must be listed on application) and three years of full-time clerical experience, one year of which must have been in the operation of an alpha numeric keyboard.
Note: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.
Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.
Special Requirement for both Promotional and Open Competitive: All applicants must submit a school transcript verifying a successful typing or keyboarding course. Online computer training courses will not be accepted.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements. Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.
SUBJECT OF EXAMINATION - Written Test..........Relative Weight 100%
EXAMINATION WILL TEST FOR KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES IN SUCH AREAS AS:
1. Customer Service
2. Preparing Written Material
3. Understanding and Interpreting Written Material
4. Office Management
5. Supervision
6. Working with Office Records
THE USE OF A CALCULATOR IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS EXAMINATION
NOTE: The use a hand-held, battery- or solar- powered calculator is RECOMMENDED for this exam. Devices with typewriter keyboards, spell checkers, personal digital assistants, address books, language translators, dictionaries, cell phones or any similar devices are prohibited. You may not bring books or other reference material. Cell phones and any other electronic devices are also prohibited.EXPANDED SUBTEST DESCRIPTION:
1. Customer Service
These questions test for knowledge of techniques used to interact with other people, to gather and present information, and to provide assistance, advice and effective customer service in a courteous and professional manner. Questions will cover such topics as understanding and responding to people with diverse needs, perspectives, personalities, and levels of familiarity with agency operations, as well as acting in a way that both serves the public and reflects well on your agency.
2. Preparing Written Material
These questions test for the ability to present information clearly and accurately, and to organize paragraphs logically and comprehensibly. For some questions, you will be given information in two or three sentences followed by four restatements of the information. You must then choose the best version. For other questions, you will be given paragraphs with their sentences out of order. You must then choose, from four suggestions, the best order for the sentences.
3. Understanding and Interpreting Written Material
These questions test for the ability to understand and interpret written material. You will be presented with brief reading passages and will be asked questions about the passages. You should base your answers to the questions only on what is presented in the passages and not on what you may happen to know about the topic.
4. Office Management
These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, organizing and controlling the activities of an office and directing those performing office activities so as to achieve predetermined objectives such as accomplishing office work within reasonable limits of time, effort and cost expenditure. Typical activities may include but will not be restricted to: simplifying and improving procedures, increasing office efficiency, improving the office work environment and controlling office supplies.
5. Supervision
These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices employed in planning, organizing, and controlling the activities of a work unit toward predetermined objectives. The concepts covered, usually in a situational question format, include such topics as assigning and reviewing work; evaluating performance; maintaining work standards; motivating and developing subordinates; implementing procedural change; increasing efficiency; and dealing with problems of absenteeism, morale, and discipline.
6. Working with Office Records
These questions test your ability to work with office records. The test consists of two or more sets of questions, each set concerning a different problem. Typical record keeping problems might involve the organization or collation of numerical data from several sources; maintaining a record system using running balances; or completion of a table summarizing data using totals, subtotals, averages and percents. You should bring with you a hand-held battery- or solar-powered calculator for use on this test. You will not be permitted to use the calculator function of your cell phone.
Test Guide: The New York State Department of Civil Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. However, candidates may find information in the publication 'General guide to Written Test' helpful in preparing for this test. This publication is available online at: *********************************************
This written exam is being prepared and rated by the N.Y.S. Department of Civil Service in accordance with Section 23-2 of the Civil Service Law, and the provisions of the N.Y.S. Civil service Rules and Regulations dealing with the rating and review of exams apply. (If not attached, expanded subtest descriptions may be obtained from the Civil Service office, Room 1001 City Hall.)
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(The eligible list resulting from this exam may be used to fill comparable positions.)
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MULTIPLE EXAMINATIONS SCHEDULED FOR THE SAME DAY: If you have applied to take a written test announced by either one or several local jurisdictions (county, town, city) scheduled to be held on the same date as this written test, you must notify each of the local jurisdictions no later than two weeks before the test date, so they can make arrangements for taking all tests at one site. All examinations for positions in State government will be held at a State examination center.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT EXAMS notify each civil service agency to make arrangements no later than two weeks before test date. You must notify each agency with whom you have filed. For this information, notify the Department of Human Resources, Division of Civil Service, Room 1001 City Hall, Buffalo, New York 14202 or call or come to the office.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING WEATHER CONDITIONS ON THE DAY OF THE EXAMINATION - In the event of severe weather conditions on the day of the examination, please listen to the following tv/radio stations for postponement or delay in the starting time of the administration of the examination: WBEN 550, WGR 930, WWW145.., WWKB 1520 -AM RADIO; WKSE 98.5, WLKK 102.5, WTSS 107.7 FM RADIO OR WIBT-TV (CH. 4). If no such announcement is made, you must presume that the examination will be administered as scheduled.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR USE OF VETERAN'S CREDITS
If you are currently serving on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, you may apply for veteran's credits. These veteran's credits shall be granted on a conditional basis at time of establishment of the eligible list. You will be restricted from certification using these credits until you have received an honorable discharge or release under honorable conditions. Your DD214 must be presented as proof of service during war time, before you can be certified for appointment from the eligible list using these credits.
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Special Requirement for Appointment in School Districts and BOCES
Per Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required.
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NOTICE TO EXAM PARTICIPANTS
Additional Points Available to Children of Police Officers and Firefighters Killed in the Line of Duty (New Section 85-a, NYS Civil Service Law, effective 9/17/02)
On September 17, 2002, Governor Pataki signed into law a bill adding a new section 85-a to the Civil Service Law granting additional credit on civil service examinations for children of firefighters and police officers killed in the line of duty. This law is to take effect immediately.
"In conformance with Section 85-a of the Civil Service Law, children of firefighters and police officers killed in the line of duty shall be entitled to receive an additional ten points in a competitive examination for original appointment in the same municipality in which his or her parent has served. If you are qualified to participate in this examination and are a child of a firefighter or police officer killed in the line of duty in this municipality, please inform this office of this matter when you submit your application for examination. A candidate claiming such credit has a minimum of two months from the application deadline to provide the necessary documentation to verify additional credit eligibility. However, no credit may be added after the eligible list has been established."
Applicants claiming these points must do so in writing (you may enclose in application), indicating the name, title, relationship and place of employment of the deceased parent.
Eligibility for points will be reviewed and applicants may be required to submit additional information to verify the claim. ==============================================================================
Additional points available to siblings of Firefighters and Police Officers killed in the line of duty as the result of the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center Attack (Chapter 500, Laws of New York 2003). For more information, check with the Department of Human Resources, Civil Service office.
General Clerk III
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
TeleSolv Consulting has an immediate opportunity to work with the Federal Government as a General Clerk III enabling you to have a Tier 4 Public Trust Background investigation.
Duties / Responsibilities:
Greet and check-in applicants.
Verify identity of applicant and confirm that applicant has required documents to complete transactions. Contractor staff will determine customer needs, answer general inquiries and concerns, and ensure that the check-in process is performed in a timely manner to prevent a back-up of customers awaiting assistance.
Maintain accessible, up to date written information on program requirements, enrollment process, and other relevant material to expeditiously assist the general public and program members via phone or in person.
Notify the Government inspection staff of any information which could adversely affect a person's application for acceptance into the program.
Check applicant-supplied information by accessing government databases.
Provide performance reports.
Compile data to provide daily performance reports reflecting all activities performed by CBP officers and Contractor staff.
Schedule interview appointments in the Trusted Traveler Programs Internal.
Assist the public with creating accounts and submitting online applications for initial enrollment, renewal, card replacement, vehicle enrollment and termination, updating mailing address and license plate information.
Assist the public with membership card activation.
Minimum Requirements:
U.S. Citizen.
Willing to go through an intense background check
Active Tier 4 Clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
High school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Two (2) years of general administrative experience with customer interface.
Two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, PPT, Excel, Access, Outlook, Visio).
Two (2) years of related undergraduate study may substitute for experience.
Able to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status and abide by contract/department's COVID-19 guidance when accessing any facility.
About TeleSolv Consulting:
Join the TeleSolv Consulting Team on our mission to provide quality and unparalleled service to our clients. We are a growing organization that provides a variety of professional and administrative services to public and private organizations with global operations. Rated in the top 1000 businesses in 2019 by Inc.com. Since its founding in 2000, TeleSolv Consulting has been committed to helping organizations solve complex problems. Our solutions integrate sound management principles with the most appropriate technologies to assist senior executives in effectively managing programmatic, schedule, and technical risks. TeleSolv Consulting offers excellent compensation, training, advancement opportunities, and exceptional benefits including PTO, sick leave, up to 11 paid federal holidays, medical, dental, vision, company paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, and matching 401(k) plan. In addition to the hourly rate, you will be eligible to receive an hourly Health and Welfare (H&W) benefit, for the first 40 hours worked in any work week. The H&W rate of $4.57 is an amount provided to offset the cost of the company providing fringe benefits.
Financial Clerk
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
Benefits:
Paid Holidays
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
About Us: My Place Home for the Homeless, Inc. is a dedicated not-for-profit organization focused on providing comprehensive support to individuals experiencing homelessness. We offer both temporary/emergency housing and permanent supportive housing, along with essential resources such as job training, mental health and medical services, and access to transportation. Our mission is to empower individuals to regain stability and self-sufficiency through compassionate care and community-based solutions.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail oriented Financial Clerk to assist with the financial department by handling administrative tasks, maintaining financial records, processing transactions, budgeting, and reporting. We expect the Financial Clerk to uphold confidentiality, strive for accuracy, maintain accountability, and have ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
· Generate and process invoices for goods and services, verifying prices, billing information, and sending invoices to clients in a timely manner.· Handle payments received from clients, updating accounts receivable, recording payment details, and issuing receipts accordingly.· Reconcile financial records regularly, investigating any discrepancies, and resolving issues to ensure accuracy.· Organize and file invoices and receipts to assist with internal reviews and audit processes.· Monitor and categorize organizational expenses to ensure proper documentation and tracking.· Provide support in payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate employee compensation.· Execute and monitor banking transactions, including transfers, deposits, and withdrawals, ensuring proper documentation and accuracy.· Perform accurate data entry into financial software and databases to maintain up-to-date financial records.· Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, contributing to accurate financial planning.· Maintain precise and current financial records, ensuring all activity is subject to review by the Financial Manager and/or Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Requirements:
· Education: High school diploma or GED (Certification, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred).· Experience: Prior experience (at least 1 year) in bookkeeping, accounting, or financial administration is often required.· Skills:- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.- Proficient in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, or similar platforms).- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.- Ability to work independently and in a team.- Good organizational and time-management skills.- Excellent communication skills.- Ability to handle confidential financial information responsibly.- Strong problem-solving skills and the mathematical acumen.- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
This position works a minimum of 20 hours a week. We offer employer sponsored health insurance (employee only) and paid holidays.
My Place Home for the Homeless, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including individuals who have experienced homelessness, to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Compensation: $18.00 per hour
Pastor Reginald E Kerr who after retiring thirty-seven and a half years from Dunlop Tires (Tonawanda NY) and serving faithfully for almost 20 years ministering to inmates at the Gowanda, Attica, and Collins correctional facilities decided to start his own Church (Temple of Christ) in 2005.
Three years later (2008), with his wife Sarah by his side, he would open up My Place Home for the Homeless Shelter for women and children. Their shelter would provide a warm and safe environment, nutritional meals and access to resources to help the disadvantaged rebuild and regain their independence and self-sufficiency.
Pastor Kerr invested not only his time but also his personal financial resources to help others. These charitable acts of love inspired others to join and continue the mission of serving others. Many people have donated their time and resources to continue the mission of love that he started.
My Place Home is committed to helping those displaced by hardships that and without permanent housing to reclaim their independence and find a place to call home.
Environmental Billing & Accounting Specialist
Clerk Job In Tonawanda, NY
Environmental Billing & Accounting Specialist Compensation: $22-28 per hour What We Are Looking For The Environmental Office Assistant plays a crucial role by closely coordinating with billing and purchasing departments to ensure seamless operations, while also providing daily operational support to the Environmental Operations Manager.
We are searching for a personable, energetic, hard-working, organized, self-starter to join our team. This position will complete a variety of billing, administrative, and office support responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
What You Will Do
* Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
* Respond to customer inquiries and resolve issues related to scheduling or delivery in a professional and timely manner.
* Process invoices, set up new vendors as needed with Corporate Purchasing.
* Generate manifests, sales orders, and shipping labels for Environmental Jobs.
* Collaborate with other departments, including billing and purchasing, to ensure seamless operations.
* Handle supply orders, including office supplies, cleaning and warehouse supplies, etc.
* Provide daily operational support to the Environmental Operations Manager.
* Be accessible "on call" after normal working hours.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
What You Will Need
* Accounting background preferred
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Minimum 3 years office experience
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
* Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
* Able to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer
* Able to lift up to 10 pounds at times
What We Offer
* Competitive starting hourly rate
* Generous medical insurance offerings
* Dental and vision plans
* Company-paid life insurance
* Company-paid short-term disability
* 401(k) with company match
* Health savings accounts
* Generous Paid Time Off policies
* 7 paid holidays
* Employee and family assistance program
* Company-paid training
* Safety incentives
* Years of service incentives
Medical Records Clerk
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
If you believe healthcare is a right, that everyone deserves high quality care so they can enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing, and you value each person's individual story - consider joining us at Neighborhood!
As a medical records clerk, you'll have an important role in the patient experience at Neighborhood.
About the Role:
As a medical records clerk, you'll apply your customer service skills and attention to detail to carry out medical records policies and procedures. Responsibilities include:
Accurately scan and task loose filing using Medical Records scanning policies and procedures
Accurately scan paper charts in the EHR per scanning procedures
Retrieve records from Healthport/Esmart
Assist in the completion and logging of pre-visit planning
Assure all written requests for medical records information is appropriate and proper patient consent is obtained. Assure requests are forwarded to contracted copy service for copying and log notation as applicable
Assist in maintaining record request log daily
Retrieve faxes from FAXPress according to procedure; scan and task to provider any reports or labs that are received through mail or courier
Retrieve patient reports, and use resources such as HealtheLink, Sorian or Info Click
Answer all incoming calls in a timely and professional manner
Distribute all forms to providers that are received by mail, fax or courier
Fax reports, pre-ops and requests for records as needed
Accurately complete EPHI daily
Assure all incoming mail is completed daily
Other duties as assigned.
You will be primarily based at our Mattina location, 300 Niagara Street in Buffalo.
What it's Like to Work at Neighborhood:
The top three words employees say describe the work environment are: teamwork, supportive, kind. These are from an anonymous survey of Neighborhood employees for the Buffalo Business First Best Places to Work competition. Neighborhood has earned “finalist” distinction in the competition the last four years. We are a group of flexible and kind individuals who are open to each other's ideas, and see opportunities to innovate and find solutions when challenges arise.
Education and Skills to be a Medical Records Clerk:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum one-year medical office experience or medical terminology knowledge preferred
Able to read, write and speak the English language. A second language of Spanish is preferred.
Friendly, positive demeanor
Strong attention to detail
Superior customer service skills
Ability to thrive in a high energy work environment and learn new software and computer systems
Must be available to work any shift Monday-Friday between 7:45 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
What We Offer:
Compensation: Starting rate $18.50 per hour.
Benefits: You'll have options for medical, dental, life, and supplemental insurance. We also offer a 403b match, health savings accounts with employer contribution, wellbeing programs, continuing education opportunities, generous paid time off, holidays.
About Neighborhood: Neighborhood Health Center is the largest and longest serving Federally Qualified Health Center in Western New York, and is the highest ranked health center for quality in the region. We provide primary and integrated healthcare services all under one roof, regardless of a person's ability to pay. Services include internal/family medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN, dentistry, podiatry, psychiatry, vision care, nutrition and behavioral health counseling, and pharmacy services. We're working toward a Western New York where all enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing.
Neighborhood Health Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Senior Financial Aid Clerk
Clerk Job 9 miles from Tonawanda
Information Position Title Senior Financial Aid Clerk Position Category Civil Service Position Status 12 Month FLSA Non-Exempt Advertised Salary $22.75 per hour Department Financial Aid Working Hours Monday - Friday 35 hours per week General Description
A fantastic opportunity awaits a dynamic and detail oriented individual at SUNY Niagara. We are recruiting for a Senior Financial Aid Clerk to join our bustling Financial Aid Office. This position reports directly to the Director of Financial Aid.
This position is responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and certifying grant and scholarship records; maintaining contact with students to provide information and status updates regarding grants and scholarships; and for the reconciliation and accounting of grant and scholarship funds. Work is performed in accordance with established policies and objectives with limited leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in applying policy to specific areas. The incumbent exercises general direction over subordinate staff. Does related work as required.
This position is conditional as the previous incumbent has a hold on this position and may return pending the successful completion of their probationary period.
SUNY Niagara provides phenomenal benefits for our employees. These benefits are part of a total compensation package comprised of more than just a salary which includes participation in the NYS Retirement System as well as benefits that not only cover you and your family's health but also your well-being as we understand the importance of allowing our employees to have a healthy work life balance. In addition to vacation, personal and sick days, our college is also closed for 14 holidays per year as well as Winter break from late December through early January and a week in March for Spring recess. Our college also observes 4-day work weeks in the summer. Please visit ******************************************* to view our benefit offerings.
Typical Work Activities
1. Certifies Tuition Assistant Program (TAP) records, certifies and process federal aid, grants and loans, verifies student enrollment data, determines student eligibility for TAP awards, allocates funds, and makes necessary adjustments;
2. Certifies rosters for scholarship funds including the Excelsior Scholarship program;
3. Maintains contact with and provides information to students regarding scholarship and grant financial aid via phone, email, mail, or in person to inform them of the status of their scholarship and grant;
4. Reconciles accounting reports and funds for grants and scholarships;
5. Maintains accurate accounting records of scholarship and grant funds;
6. Maintains routine office records;
7. Maintains and approves student worker time sheets;
8. Monitors inventory and orders office supplies;
9. Performs arithmetical computations;
10. Operates standard office equipment;
11. Schedules, assigns, and oversees the work of subordinate staff;
12. May cover front desk of financial aid office as necessary.
13. Assists with scholarship applications when necessary;
Essential Functions
Good knowledge of all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies with regard to college scholarship and grant funding; good knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment; good knowledge of business arithmetic and English; good knowledge of the organization, functions, policies and regulations of the Community College; good clerical computer skills; ability to use modern computer software and related peripherals at an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy; ability to schedule, assign, and oversee the work of others; ability to handle routine administrative details independently; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to compose letters, memoranda and reports; ability to maintain accurate records; ability to get along well with others and interact effectively with students and scholarship and grant administrators; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to perform close, detail work involving considerable visual effort and strain; good judgment in solving clerical and administrative problems; mental alertness; sound judgment; integrity; tact and courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Required Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma AND
1. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor's Degree in a Business related field and one (1) year of paid office clerical experience in a financial institution, an institution of higher education, or with an agency providing student financial aid; OR
2. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of paid office clerical experience in a financial institution, an institution of higher education, or with an agency providing student financial aid; OR
3. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate's Degree in a Business related field and four (4) years of paid office clerical experience in a financial institution, an institution of higher education, or with an agency providing student financial aid. This experience must have involved customer service and maintenance of data in a computer system; OR
4. Six (6) years of paid office clerical experience in a financial institution, an institution of higher education, or with an agency providing student financial aid. This experience must have involved customer service and maintenance of data in a computer system.
NOTE: Part-time experience will be pro-rated.
Desirable Qualifications
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License(s)/Certifications About SUNY Niagara
SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.
SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!
SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county's three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.
The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI) is located in the heart of one of the world's biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI.
Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students' current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
EEO Statement
SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S327P Open Date 02/21/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary
For full consideration applications must be submitted by March 23, 2025. if a viable candidate is not found during the initial review, applications submitted after March 23, 2025 will be considered.
SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:
* cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
* resume
* unofficial transcripts
* names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references
Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.
Supplemental Questions
School Clerk PS# 076 Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy Permanent/Provisional RB #24-408
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ROOM 720 CITY HALL BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202 April 4, 2025 RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #24-408 BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply (The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans.
The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American)
POSITION: School Clerk - Permanent/Provisional
SALARY: $45,439 - $52,780
LOCATION: PS 076 Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy, 315 Carolina Street, Buffalo, NY 14201
APPLICATION:
Successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must apply until you receive a confirmation email.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Incumbents of a position in this class perform difficult and responsible clerical work in a school administrative office. They are responsible for performing varied clerical tasks requiring independent judgment, a complete understanding of the office's rules, policies, and procedures, and the operation of a typewriter, CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer, and other related office equipment. Incumbents receive infrequent instruction in their work performance; however, new problems are referred to a superior before action is taken. Employees in this class work under the general supervision of the School Principal/Assistant Principal. Supervision is exercised over clerical personnel assigned to the school.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
* Relieves Principal/Assistant Principal and directs the activities of the administrative office of the school
* Acts as a liaison between the Principal/Assistant Principal and office/building personnel and faculty members
* Reproduces and types from various sources letters, bulletins, forms, and memoranda pertaining to a school office
* Composes and types original written communications
* Compiles weekly, monthly, and annual reports and records
* Maintains and updates records on same
* Compiles, enters, and maintains bi-weekly payrolls of faculty and school staff
* Receives visitors, answers inquiries and callers, and refers them to proper school officials
* Receives, sorts, and distributes incoming mail
* Prepares, maintains and inputs permanent record cards of pupils
* Prepares and issues transcripts of pupils' records to high schools, colleges and universities
* Requisitions materials and supplies as approved
* Checks upon delivery and issues to faculty members/staff
* May be required to receive, count, and deposit all monies that pass through the office
* Issues receipts and maintains financial records/reports of the same
* May operate telephone switchboard and other office equipment including typewriter, CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer, and related office equipment
* May be required to open the school doors for callers to enter the building
* May be required to take charge of the administrative office during summer months, when school is not in session or when directed by the Principal/Assistant Principal
* Performs related duties as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
* Thorough knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment
* Thorough knowledge of Business Arithmetic and English
* Clerical aptitude
* Ability to operate a typewriter/alpha-numeric keyboard at 35 wpm to produce an accurate and clean copy
* Ability to be trained in the operation of CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer, and related office equipment
* Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
* Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates
* Ability to establish an effective working relationship with pupils, parents, and school officials
* Courtesy; tact; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Applicants must have continuous and permanent status in any city department for one year as an Account Clerk-Typist, Account Clerk-Stenographer, Administrative Aide, Legal Secretary, Legal Stenographer, Report Technician, Senior Account Clerk-Typist, Senior Account Clerk-Stenographer, Senior Stenographer, Senior Typist, Stenographer, Typist or Typist (Spanish Speaking).
In addition, all applicants must have completed a course in typing or keyboarding, which must be listed on application.
Note: Candidates will only be allowed to participate in an exam and be approved or certified for appointment to departments where the rate of pay for School Clerk is at a higher rate of pay than their current position, even if their title is listed above.
Open Competitive
(A) Associate's Degree from an accredited college or business institute in Secretarial Science or a closely related field including a course in typing or keyboarding (course must be listed on application) and one year of full-time experience where work involves the operation of an alphanumeric keyboard;
OR
(B) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma including or supplemented by a course in typing or keyboarding (course must be listed on application) and three years of full-time clerical experience, one year of which must have been in the operation of an alpha numeric keyboard.
Note: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.
Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.
FINAL FILING DATE: April 10, 2025
APPROVED:
Tami Hollie-McGee
Chief of Human Resources
Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to ******************************* or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 **************
Clerk IV (Work Management Specialist)
Clerk Job 5 miles from Tonawanda
About UMass Amherst
UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.
Job Summary
The Work Management Specialist (Clerk IV) coordinates, processes, and monitors scheduling and work management systems for facilities and campus services. They are responsible for the maintenance and coordination of the TMA database that is utilized for all Facilities work orders. Through the TMA database the specialist produces and creates reports and lists for current work orders and preventative maintenance requests. They are the point of contact for their assigned Zone teams and meet daily with their teams to assign and distribute work tasks. They are the primary contact for building occupants and responsible for building maintenance communications; administers procedures and training for new users; ensures proper utilization of the TMA system.
Essential Functions
Determines and assigns All Hazard Reviews (AHR) as appropriate.
Initiates Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) protocols for mold, asbestos or air quality if reporting comes through CMMS work request portal.
Will attend and be certified in OSHA, Lead, Mold and Asbestos training through Environmental Health and Safety.
Manages the daily functions of the Facilities and Campus TMA System by working closely with Directors, Managers, SOJ's and IMFs to ensure work orders are up-to-date, inventory is correct, and work orders are closed as required.
Analyzes requests and determines priorities for work orders for Zone with IMFs and/or Manager using shift log data, new incoming request and emerging issues.
Monitors and manages pending, billable and all hazard review, finished work request buckets in TMA.
Monitors Work Management email inbox for Moving and Surplus Equipment Disposal (SED) requests, responds to general inquiries and assigns as appropriate.
Liaises with Communications Manager, Facilities Management, EH&S, F&CS management staff and other Facilities and Campus Services partners to disseminate emergency notifications, campus impact notifications and service interruption notices.
Disseminates emergency notifications to building coordinators and residential occupants as well as permission to enter and/or scheduling entry into residential living spaces during business hours.
Updates training documents regularly to ensure accurate, consistent, and current messaging; communicates system wide changes to Building Maintenance staff; provides guidance on processes and procedures relating to TMA use and provides training to new TMA users.
Manages the billable speed type for work orders ensuring proper charges to Facility projects.
Responsible for coordinating and training technicians for the Facilities Management mobile device implementation ensuring the correct processing of mobile device work orders and supporting device needs as they arise.
Sets up individual's browser to reflect that technician's assigned workload.
Produces and audits reports and excel sheets regarding zone workloads and disseminates tasks appropriately.
Supports special projects, from scheduling to execution, ensuring Facilities requests are managed efficiently and within a set timeframe.
Operates motor vehicle to work sites as needed.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervises 3-5 student employees.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of related experience.
Valid Class D Drivers' License.
Strong organizational and computer skills with attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments quickly while balancing the demands of concurrent and potentially competing projects.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of an effective team with a highly cooperative and collaborative work style.
Contributes to the creation of a respectful, inclusive environment that is supportive of diversity.
Uses access to sensitive and/or not yet public university-related information only in the performance or the responsibilities of position and exercises care to prevent unnecessary disclosure to others.
Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
Experience in higher education.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm.
37.5 hours per week.
Salary Information
USA/MTA Grade 13.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.
Marketside Cafe Clerk- Part Time
Clerk Job 11 miles from Tonawanda
Our Marketside Café has many stations from brick-oven pizza, hot and cold subs & carving station.
We are looking to cover morning & afternoon shifts
We will train the right candidates- no prior experience is necessary but you must be a positive and reliable co-worker!
This position requires applicants that love both working with customers & food!
Why work for us?
Working with Dash's Market offers many amazing benefits including:
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Vacations
Paid Holidays
Scholarship Program
401K Program
School Clerk #60031290 (Open Competitive)
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.
FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)
Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
School Clerk #60031290 (Open Competitive)
Exam Date: 05/03/2025
Final Filing Date: 04/14/2025
Incumbents of a position in this class perform difficult and responsible clerical work in a school administrative office. They are responsible for the performance of varied clerical tasks requiring the exercise of independent judgment, a complete understanding of the rules, policies and procedures of the office, and the operation of a typewriter, CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer and other related office equipment. Incumbents receive infrequent instruction in the performance of their work; however, new problems are referred to a superior before action is taken. Employees in this class work under general supervision of the School Principal/Assistant Principal. Supervision is exercised over clerical personnel assigned to the school.
Examples of work (Illustration Only)
Relieves Principal/Assistant Principal and directs the activities of the administrative office of the school:
acts as a liaison between the Principal/Assistant Principal and office/building personnel and faculty members;
Reproduces and types from various sources letters, bulletins, forms and memoranda pertaining to a school office;
- composes and types original written communications;
Compiles weekly, monthly and annual reports and records;
- maintains and updates records on same;
Compiles, enters and maintains bi-weekly payrolls of faculty and school staff;
Receives visitors, answers inquiries and callers and refers them to proper school officials;
Receives, sorts, and distributes incoming mail;
Prepares, maintains and inputs permanent record cards of pupils;
- prepares and issues transcripts of pupils' records to high schools, colleges and universities;
Requisitions materials and supplies as approved:
checks upon delivery and issues to faculty members/staff;
May be required to receive, count and deposit all monies that pass through the office:
- issues receipts and maintains financial records/reports of same;
May operate telephone switchboard and other office equipment including typewriter, CRT terminal, personal computer, word processor, printer and related office equipment;
May be required to open the school doors for callers to enter the building;
May be required to take charge of the administrative office during summer months, when school is not in session or when directed by the Principal/Assistant Principal;
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
(A) Associate's Degree from an accredited college or business institute in Secretarial Science or a closely related field including a course typing or keyboarding (course must be listed on application) and one year of full-time experience where work involves the operation of an alpha numeric keyboard;
OR
(B) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma including or supplemented by a course in typing or keyboarding (course must be listed on application) and three years of full-time clerical experience, one year of which must have been in the operation of an alpha numeric keyboard.
Note: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.
Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.
Special Requirement for both Promotional and Open Competitive: All applicants must submit a school transcript verifying a successful typing or keyboarding course. Online computer training courses will not be accepted.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements. Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.
SUBJECT OF EXAMINATION - Written Test..........Relative Weight 100%
EXAMINATION WILL TEST FOR KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES IN SUCH AREAS AS:
1. Customer Service
2. Preparing Written Material
3. Understanding and Interpreting Written Material
4. Office Management
5. Supervision
6. Working with Office Records
THE USE OF A CALCULATOR IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS EXAMINATION
NOTE: The use a hand-held, battery- or solar- powered calculator is RECOMMENDED for this exam. Devices with typewriter keyboards, spell checkers, personal digital assistants, address books, language translators, dictionaries, cell phones or any similar devices are prohibited. You may not bring books or other reference material. Cell phones and any other electronic devices are also prohibited.
Additional Information
EXPANDED SUBTEST DESCRIPTION:
1. Customer Service
These questions test for knowledge of techniques used to interact with other people, to gather and present information, and to provide assistance, advice and effective customer service in a courteous and professional manner. Questions will cover such topics as understanding and responding to people with diverse needs, perspectives, personalities, and levels of familiarity with agency operations, as well as acting in a way that both serves the public and reflects well on your agency.
2. Preparing Written Material
These questions test for the ability to present information clearly and accurately, and to organize paragraphs logically and comprehensibly. For some questions, you will be given information in two or three sentences followed by four restatements of the information. You must then choose the best version. For other questions, you will be given paragraphs with their sentences out of order. You must then choose, from four suggestions, the best order for the sentences.
3. Understanding and Interpreting Written Material
These questions test for the ability to understand and interpret written material. You will be presented with brief reading passages and will be asked questions about the passages. You should base your answers to the questions only on what is presented in the passages and not on what you may happen to know about the topic.
4. Office Management
These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, organizing and controlling the activities of an office and directing those performing office activities so as to achieve predetermined objectives such as accomplishing office work within reasonable limits of time, effort and cost expenditure. Typical activities may include but will not be restricted to: simplifying and improving procedures, increasing office efficiency, improving the office work environment and controlling office supplies.
5. Supervision
These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices employed in planning, organizing, and controlling the activities of a work unit toward predetermined objectives. The concepts covered, usually in a situational question format, include such topics as assigning and reviewing work; evaluating performance; maintaining work standards; motivating and developing subordinates; implementing procedural change; increasing efficiency; and dealing with problems of absenteeism, morale, and discipline.
6. Working with Office Records
These questions test your ability to work with office records. The test consists of two or more sets of questions, each set concerning a different problem. Typical record keeping problems might involve the organization or collation of numerical data from several sources; maintaining a record system using running balances; or completion of a table summarizing data using totals, subtotals, averages and percents. You should bring with you a hand-held battery- or solar-powered calculator for use on this test. You will not be permitted to use the calculator function of your cell phone.
Test Guide: The New York State Department of Civil Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. However, candidates may find information in the publication ‘General guide to Written Test' helpful in preparing for this test. This publication is available online at: *********************************************
This written exam is being prepared and rated by the N.Y.S. Department of Civil Service in accordance with Section 23-2 of the Civil Service Law, and the provisions of the N.Y.S. Civil service Rules and Regulations dealing with the rating and review of exams apply. (If not attached, expanded subtest descriptions may be obtained from the Civil Service office, Room 1001 City Hall.)
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(The eligible list resulting from this exam may be used to fill comparable positions.)
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MULTIPLE EXAMINATIONS SCHEDULED FOR THE SAME DAY: If you have applied to take a written test announced by either one or several local jurisdictions (county, town, city) scheduled to be held on the same date as this written test, you must notify each of the local jurisdictions no later than two weeks before the test date, so they can make arrangements for taking all tests at one site. All examinations for positions in State government will be held at a State examination center.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT EXAMS notify each civil service agency to make arrangements no later than two weeks before test date. You must notify each agency with whom you have filed. For this information, notify the Department of Human Resources, Division of Civil Service, Room 1001 City Hall, Buffalo, New York 14202 or call or come to the office.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING WEATHER CONDITIONS ON THE DAY OF THE EXAMINATION - In the event of severe weather conditions on the day of the examination, please listen to the following tv/radio stations for postponement or delay in the starting time of the administration of the examination: WBEN 550, WGR 930, WWW145.., WWKB 1520 -AM RADIO; WKSE 98.5, WLKK 102.5, WTSS 107.7 FM RADIO OR WIBT-TV (CH. 4). If no such announcement is made, you must presume that the examination will be administered as scheduled.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR USE OF VETERAN'S CREDITS
If you are currently serving on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, you may apply for veteran's credits. These veteran's credits shall be granted on a conditional basis at time of establishment of the eligible list. You will be restricted from certification using these credits until you have received an honorable discharge or release under honorable conditions. Your DD214 must be presented as proof of service during war time, before you can be certified for appointment from the eligible list using these credits.
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Special Requirement for Appointment in School Districts and BOCES
Per Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required.
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NOTICE TO EXAM PARTICIPANTS
Additional Points Available to Children of Police Officers and Firefighters Killed in the Line of Duty (New Section 85-a, NYS Civil Service Law, effective 9/17/02)
On September 17, 2002, Governor Pataki signed into law a bill adding a new section 85-a to the Civil Service Law granting additional credit on civil service examinations for children of firefighters and police officers killed in the line of duty. This law is to take effect immediately.
“In conformance with Section 85-a of the Civil Service Law, children of firefighters and police officers killed in the line of duty shall be entitled to receive an additional ten points in a competitive examination for original appointment in the same municipality in which his or her parent has served. If you are qualified to participate in this examination and are a child of a firefighter or police officer killed in the line of duty in this municipality, please inform this office of this matter when you submit your application for examination. A candidate claiming such credit has a minimum of two months from the application deadline to provide the necessary documentation to verify additional credit eligibility. However, no credit may be added after the eligible list has been established.”
Applicants claiming these points must do so in writing (you may enclose in application), indicating the name, title, relationship and place of employment of the deceased parent.
Eligibility for points will be reviewed and applicants may be required to submit additional information to verify the claim. ==============================================================================
Additional points available to siblings of Firefighters and Police Officers killed in the line of duty as the result of the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center Attack (Chapter 500, Laws of New York 2003). For more information, check with the Department of Human Resources, Civil Service office.
General Clerk III
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
TeleSolv Consulting has an immediate opportunity to work with the Federal Government as a General Clerk III enabling you to have a Tier 4 Public Trust Background investigation.
Duties / Responsibilities:
Greet and check-in applicants.
Verify identity of applicant and confirm that applicant has required documents to complete transactions. Contractor staff will determine customer needs, answer general inquiries and concerns, and ensure that the check-in process is performed in a timely manner to prevent a back-up of customers awaiting assistance.
Maintain accessible, up to date written information on program requirements, enrollment process, and other relevant material to expeditiously assist the general public and program members via phone or in person.
Notify the Government inspection staff of any information which could adversely affect a person's application for acceptance into the program.
Check applicant-supplied information by accessing government databases.
Provide performance reports.
Compile data to provide daily performance reports reflecting all activities performed by CBP officers and Contractor staff.
Schedule interview appointments in the Trusted Traveler Programs Internal.
Assist the public with creating accounts and submitting online applications for initial enrollment, renewal, card replacement, vehicle enrollment and termination, updating mailing address and license plate information.
Assist the public with membership card activation.
Minimum Requirements:
U.S. Citizen.
Willing to go through an intense background check
Active Tier 4 Clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
High school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Two (2) years of general administrative experience with customer interface.
Two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, PPT, Excel, Access, Outlook, Visio).
Two (2) years of related undergraduate study may substitute for experience.
Able to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status and abide by contract/department's COVID-19 guidance when accessing any facility.
About TeleSolv Consulting:
Join the TeleSolv Consulting Team on our mission to provide quality and unparalleled service to our clients. We are a growing organization that provides a variety of professional and administrative services to public and private organizations with global operations. Rated in the top 1000 businesses in 2019 by Inc.com. Since its founding in 2000, TeleSolv Consulting has been committed to helping organizations solve complex problems. Our solutions integrate sound management principles with the most appropriate technologies to assist senior executives in effectively managing programmatic, schedule, and technical risks. TeleSolv Consulting offers excellent compensation, training, advancement opportunities, and exceptional benefits including PTO, sick leave, up to 11 paid federal holidays, medical, dental, vision, company paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, and matching 401(k) plan. In addition to the hourly rate, you will be eligible to receive an hourly Health and Welfare (H&W) benefit, for the first 40 hours worked in any work week. The H&W rate of $4.57 is an amount provided to offset the cost of the company providing fringe benefits.
Background Investigation:
This position requires that you obtain a background investigation from our client. As part of this process, the government will perform a criminal, credit, tax, employment, and drug history background check. The government has varying tolerances, with mitigating circumstances, for issues in all of the categories. The government is essentially looking to confirm that you are generally in good financial standing, up to date on your tax filings, rehire eligible with your prior employers, and have adhered to any federal restrictions on illegal drug use, including marijuana, in addition to other checks related on your character and trust worthiness.
Clerk IV (Facilities Coordinator)
Clerk Job 5 miles from Tonawanda
About UMass Amherst
UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Sr. Associate Dean for Operations, the facility coordinator serves as the single point-of-contact for Isenberg's three buildings: ISOM, Alfond, and the Business and Innovation Hub. Responsibilities include: facilities-related customer service to nearly 250 faculty and staff; general building maintenance oversight; and, emergency response situations. Coordinates with the office of Special Programs and Engagement and the Undergraduate Programs Office to provide support for events and special facility operations. Works with Isenberg Technology Support Services (TSS) Department to coordinate technology installations and upgrades. Works with furniture and equipment vendors to assist in procurement, delivery, and set-up. Oversees periodic faculty office relocations. Schedules maintenance requests, works with the Physical Plant, Facilities and department personnel to schedule meetings and projects involving physical space. Serves as a liaison with campus departments (e.g. Physical Plant) regarding building preventative and restorative maintenance. Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
Prepares and submits recommendations for maintenance and facility operations with oversight by the facilities manager.
Must work closely with the Physical Plant service desk and the school's customer service liaison, following up on requests and ensuring timely resolutions of building maintenance, cleanliness, and repair issues.
Builds relationships with managers and staff of Isenberg departments to facilitate the movement and completion of projects. Develops an in-depth understanding of the operations and processes of these offices.
Works with Isenberg Technology Support Services (TSS) to coordinate installations and moves of computer and other technological equipment in faculty offices and Isenberg meeting rooms.
Tracks and monitors work within Isenberg facilities performed by Physical Plant and Alterations. Checks with Associate Deans and departmental staff to schedule efficient and non-disruptive approaches for conducting maintenance/renovation tasks. Apprises the Dean's appropriate department head(s), Directors, and/or specific faculty or staff member(s) of project progress and completion.
Serves as main point of contact for card key assignments and metal key issuance.
Must maintain accurate and thorough records of all call-in repairs and work order requests forwarded by the school to Physical Plant.
Attends school & campus level meetings on facilities as a representative of Isenberg.
Manages job tickets submitted by Isenberg employees in an automated system.
Maintains Tririga (UMass facilities management software).
Manages furniture delivery and installation.
Maintains building signs.
Assists in the administrative support area as necessary to support other critical operational needs.
Removes unwanted furniture from offices into storage or for disposal.
Cleans offices and other spaces when spaces are reconfigured or reassigned.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
High School Degree.
Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time customer service and/or facilities experience.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
Typical Office Environment.
Position does require the ability to lift, bend, stand, carry, and pull/push.
Additional Details
Knowledge of University safety, planning, renovation, and construction management for facilities.
Work Schedule
37.5 hours per week (schedule varies).
8:00AM - 4:30PM.
Must be flexible to work ‘off hours' based on institutional needs.
Salary Information
USA/MTA Non-Exempt Grade 13.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Early submissions are encouraged.
UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or genetic information in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of the UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.
Data Control Clerk (Provisional)
Clerk Job 8 miles from Tonawanda
This is a non-supervisory position where the incumbent performs responsible clerical work in the verification of data generated from computer processing. The Data Control Clerk is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of all data entered into and generated from the computers. Under the direct supervision from the department head or his designee, the incumbent performs work in accordance with established procedures and policies.Reviews input and output data to verify adequacy and appropriateness of material;
Reviews all data prepared for computer processing;
* examines notations, code indications and instructions;
* advises terminal operators as to required input of data;
* detects errors and verifies conformance with established procedures and policies;
Reviews listings of materials required for data processing projects;
* maintains financial records relative to the costs of the computer system;
Distributes print-outs to proper authorities;
Performs routine clerical work;
May be required to operate computer keyboard for the input/output of data;
Performs related duties as required.
Open Competitive
(A) Associates Degree from an accredited college, university, technical or business institute in Data Processing or a related field in the computer or data processing area and one year of full time data processing experience where work involved the input/output of data;
OR,
(B) Associates Degree from an accredited college, university, technical or business institute (any major) and two years of responsible clerical experience; one year of which must have been full time data processing experience where work involved the input/output of data;
OR,
(C) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma and four years of responsible clerical experience; one year of which must have been full time data processing experience where work involved the input/output of data;
OR,
(D) An equivalent combination as defined within the limits of A through C.Good knowledge of office terminology, procedures and practices;
Working knowledge of computer terminology relative to the input of data;
Working knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures;
Ability to be trained in the operation of computer terminal equipment and related equipment used in the input/output of data;
Mathematical aptitude;
Ability to understand and interpret written material;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.