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Senior Personnel Clerk - Perm/Provisional, HR - RB #21-443
Summary
Title:Senior Personnel Clerk - Perm/Provisional, HR - RB #21-443
ID:6377
Department:Human Resources
Location:City Hall
Division:Civil Service
Type:N/A
Description
  BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION   
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
ROOM 720 CITY HALL

 BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202



 
                                                                                        
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #21-443                                                                                                     January 5, 2022

 
BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY

Civil Service residency requirements will apply


POSITION:              Senior Personnel Clerk – Perm/Provisional
 
SALARY:                 $45,710 - $54,035
 
LOCATION:             Department of Human Resources, Room 720 City Hall, Buffalo City Hall, NY 14202
                                 

 

APPLICATION: CANDIDATES FOR THIS POSITION SHOULD COMPLETE AN APPLICATION AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.buffaloschools.org Applications 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 submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.



DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An incumbent to a position in this class performs difficult and responsible clerical personnel work in connection with procedures in certification, eligibility, examination and maintenance of eligible lists and the processing of candidates.  This position requires good relations with people, accuracy in records and procedures and is important in the day-to-day functions of the department.  Work is carried out according to prescribed procedures and detailed instructions, however, incumbents must often exercise considerable independent judgment in completing specific assignments and in dealing with personnel.  Supervision may be exercised over clerical personnel assigned.
 
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

 
  • Performs difficult and responsible personnel work in connection with procedures in certification, eligibility and examination;
    • maintains all records, data and eligible lists relative to civil service examinations;
    • notifies candidates for medical examination and investigation;
    • canvasses individuals to determine interest in vacant positions;
  • Performs preliminary screening of applications, transcripts, experience and certification of individuals;
    • maintains personnel files concerning individuals applying for positions and completing examinations;
  • Answers correspondence and other inquiries where policies are well established;
  • Prepares and maintains seniority lists for various civil service groups;
  • Receives and answers telephone calls, takes messages and refers callers to appropriate individuals whenever necessary;
    • opens mail and distributes to employees;
  • Prepares special items for the Board of Education meetings such as completion of probationary terms, appointments from eligible lists (temporary/permanent);
    • complies lists of names of administrators to the Board of Education for permanent appointments;
    • maintains a current file recording information during the five year probationary period;
  • Records all accident reports on teachers and aides and refers claims to City compensation office along with any bills and doctor's statements;
  • Assists representatives from the Buffalo Teacher's Federation in reviewing teacher files and permanent record cards;
    • assists teachers and administrators in reviewing their files;
  • Posts recruitment bulletins and receives administrative applications for all promotional positions;
    • acknowledges receipt of application and follows through on completion of necessary forms;
    • maintains a file for reference to appropriate department heads;
  • Verifies employment of teachers, administrators and personnel;
  • Maintains and up-dates personnel records and files for Board of Education;
  • Prepares reports as required;
  • Performs related duties as required
 
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

 
  • Good knowledge of the principles and practices of public personnel administration;
  • Good knowledge of the rules, regulations and policies of the agency;          
  • Working knowledge of the principles and practices of interviewing and employee counseling;
  • Ability to research and compile data; Ability to understand and interpret written material; Ability to express oneself both orally and in writing;
  • Ability to supervise the work of others; Ability to get along well with others;
  • Ability to be trained in the operation of word processor, CRT Terminals, Personal Computers; Data Terminals and Printers;
  • Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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Continuous and permanent status in any city department as an Administrative Assistant, Associate Account Clerk, Hearing Stenographer, Legal Stenographer, Principal Clerk, Elementary School Clerk; Senior Account Clerk, Senior Account Clerk Stenographer, Senior Account Clerk Typist, Senior Clerk, Senior School Clerk Stenographer, Senior Stenographer, Senior Typist, Stenographic Secretary and Supervising School Clerk, Elementary School Clerk and School Clerk-Stenographer for one year.
 
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 Senior Personnel clerk is at a higher rate of pay than their current position, even if their title is listed above.
 
Open Competitive


(A)     Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university and one year of full time clerical experience;

 

OR

(B)     Associates Degree from an accredited college, university, business institute and three years of full time clerical experience;
 

OR

(C)     Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma and five years of full time clerical experience;
 

OR

(D)     An equivalent combination as defined within the limits of A through C.
 
NOTE:  Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated toward meeting the full time experience requirement. (Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment


FINAL FILING DATE:   January 24, 2022
 
APPROVED:
 
Jamie Warren
Associate Superintendent for Human Resources

 
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