Job description

Job Description
This position serves as a Clerical Assistant in the Finance Department and performs a variety of clerical and customer service duties that require telephone skills, typing, computer operation, duplicating and filing. Essential Job Functions
Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Clerical Assistant is required to perform the following essential job functions:

Assist with the preparation of the Budget Standing Commission Agendas and postings.
Type correspondence, memorandums, lists, etc.
Answer phones and route calls in a courteous and professional manner.
Respond to inquiries from the public and other City staff.
Maintain department filing system.
Assist with the distribution of mail.
Maintain and order supplies for the department.
Other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -
Ability to use a computer and other modern business equipment (Windows XP; Word 2007).
Knowledge of modern office practices.
Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Familiar with city government policies and practices.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and to deal courteously and effectively with City staff both over the telephone and in person.
Knowledge of alphanumeric filing systems.
Desirable Experience and Training -
Graduation from high school, supplemented by courses in computers, typing and office practices and one (1) year general office experience.
Municipal Government experience highly desirable.
Additional Information
All applications will be reviewed by a City Screening Committee. Those candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to participate in an oral interview to evaluate training, experience, and personal qualifications. Job Advertisement
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Located in northwest Orange County, the City of Los Alamitos is a peaceful, tree-lined residential area that is considered an ideal place to live. Although Los Alamitos is a quiet residential community, it is bordered by the I-605 freeway and there is easy access to the I-405 freeway. Located in West Orange County, adjacent to the cities of Long Beach, Cypress, Seal Beach and Garden Grove, the City is 4.3 square miles with a population of 12,580. Los Alamitos is comprised of people who take great pride in their community.

Los Alamitos has a highly diversified economic base, consisting of light industry, manufacturing, and commercial business. The City, however, still maintains much of its original small town image. Consistent with the community"s values is its caring attitude for its residents. Disclaimer
The City of Los Alamitos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not Discriminate on the basis of Race/Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Handicapped Status in employment or the Provision of Service. Application Special Instructions

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