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Principal Clerk & Typist

Req ID
2024-27737
Dept
Inspectional Services Dept
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
Isd Administrative Div.
Salary Min
37,788.46
Salary Max
52,573.16
Union
AFF
Openings
2
Posting End Date
1/9/2025
Contact Email
Mari.Flaherty@boston.gov

Overview:

This is a provisional appointment.

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the position):

Under the general supervision of an employee in a higher grade within the Inspectional Services Department.

Responsibilities:

  • Answers telephones and inquiries.
  • Maintains files and records.
  • Performs data entry.
  • Prepares and mails outgoing correspondence or parcels.
  • Prepares forms, files, and reports for processing, storage, or forwarding.
  • Operates standard office machines and equipment.
  • Involved in helping the public with zoning and building occupancy regulations/laws.
  • Works on special projects including, but not limited to, the Housing 2000 initiative. 
  • Supports the City of Boston building permits process, board of appeals process, and other divisional support functions throughout the department. 
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

  • Applicant must have at least two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in office work or any equivalent in office work.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. 
  • Knowledge of office procedures, use of telephone consoles, two-way Nextel and radio equipment, strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to follow through on assigned tasks preferred. 
  • A multi-lingual candidate is preferred.

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

 

Terms:

Union/Salary/Grade: AFSCME/RA-9

Hours per week: 35

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The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. Therefore, qualified applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category.

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