In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge of:
• Proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure for the English language to ensure that prepared and/or reviewed written materials are complete and accurate
• Proper filing techniques to create and maintain an organized series of necessary files to store and retrieve electronic/hardcopy information
• Office procedures (e.g., filing, answering telephones, receptionist duties, etc.) to perform daily assigned duties
• Modern office methods
• Business English and correspondence
Ability to:
• Perform difficult clerical work, including ability to spell correctly
• Use good English
• Make arithmetical computations
• Operate various office machines
• Follow oral and written directions
• Evaluate situations accurately and take effective action
• Read and write English at a level required for successful job performance
• Make clear and comprehensive reports and keep difficult records
• Meet and deal tactfully with the staff and public
• Apply specific laws, rules and office policies and procedures
• Prepare correspondence independently utilizing a wide knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and spelling
• Communicate effectively
• Provide functional guidance
• Maintain high ethical standards in completing all assignments and projects
• Work independently, taking initiative, and follow through with projects that have been started