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Job Title: SUBSTITUTE CLERICAL -- TO ESTABLISH A POOL FOR IMMEDIATE ASSIGNMENTS
Posting Date: August 27, 2008
Closing Date: September 10, 2008
Salary Range: 9.55 - 10.49 (annually)
Job Type: Non-Instructional
Benefits Eligibility: Successful candidates will be eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, as well as illness and vacation days.
Reports to: Principal/Designee
Location: Various Schools/Administrative Offices
High School Diploma/GED Certificate
All candidates must be proficient in MS Word and Excel. Previous clerical experience is preferred. Excellent customer service skills a must. - (Prospective candidates must successfully pass all sections of the pre-eligibility test).
Regular Attendance is critical; must have an exemplary attendance record.
Must be able to verify whether U.S. citizen, resident alien, or otherwise authorized to accept employment in the U.S.
Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined with or without accommodations.
Pre-Eligibility Test (Automated): Includes two five-minute timed writings (typing) in which candidates must type a minimum of 35 words per minute, and also obtain successful results in the areas of spelling, proofing, grammar, math and basic word-processing skills using Microsoft Word.
Under the general supervision of the Principal/Administrator/Designee, the Substitute Clerical will:
* Provide customer service, greet visitors, take messages, schedule appointments;
* Maintain accurate and appropriate records and files relative to the effective operation of the office;
* Complete in an accurate and timely manner essential office reports;
* Organize and type a variety of reports, letters, internal documents, file, keep informed of internal procedures;
* Create documents/correspondence using work processing software (Microsoft Word and Excel);
* Answer related internal and external questions within authority;
* Prepare memoranda, answer telephones, operate modern office equipment;
* Communicate effectively both orally and in written form;
* Fulfill other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Administrator or designee.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
If you are hired to fill a vacant position, you will be required to submit a Detroit Public Schools security clearance.
At point of offer to hire, please be advised that you will be responsible for a non-refundable payment of $65.25 by cashier's check, certified check or money order, payable to the I.I.S. (Identix Identification Services). DO NOT SUBMIT PAYMENT WITH APPLICATION.
There is an option to pay by MasterCard or Visa.
All fingerprinting appointments will be scheduled by Detroit Public Schools, Human Resources Department.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS
If you are a current Detroit Public Schools employee, presently employed with the district, you do not have to submit a fee related to obtaining the Detroit Public Schools security clearance.
APPLICATION PACKET CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM www.detroit.k12.mi.us/employment.
Internal candidates: Must submit a letter of interest, resume, proof of highest degree obtained, their current classification (job title); work location and telephone number; file number; home address and telephone number; specific location(s) of interest and job requisition number(s), as well as any other requested documentation stated in this job announcement to the address listed at the end of this posting.
External candidates: Must submit a completed employment application, proof of highest degree obtained, as well as any other requested documentation stated in this job announcement to the address listed at the end of this posting.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Service outside of the Detroit Public Schools must be verified by the applicant’s employer(s) prior to hire.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested. All documentation must be submitted along with the letter of interest. Due to the high volume of candidates applying for positions, we regret that we are unable to pull individual personnel files to retrieve/copy documents. Therefore, to assure the application process is not delayed, if you are applying for multiple positions with the district, we strongly encourage you to have available several photocopies of your credentials to be submitted for each position for which you apply. Documentation will not be accepted subsequent to the closing date of the announcement. Incomplete information will not be considered. Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Recruitment and Employment Services at (313) 873-7101.
Detroit Public Schools – Welcome Center
Attn: SUBSTITUTE CLERICAL -- TO ESTABLISH A POOL FOR IMMEDIATE ASSIGNMENTS
New Center One Building
3031 W. Grand Boulevard (1st Floor)
Detroit, MI 48202
The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit does not discriminate against, deny benefits to or exclude participation by any person in its programs, activities or employment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, creed, religion or handicap.
