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Paratransit Clerk III

Santa Cruz METRO

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2 days ago

Salary
$21 – $34
Location
Paracruz, United States of America
Type
Full-time
Visa
Not sponsored
Source
Workday

Description

Salary Range:

$21.13 - $34.35

Open Until Filled: This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close at any time. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be invited to participate in the selection process. Early application is encouraged.
 

Typical placement on this position is made at the first step of the salary range.

Definition:

  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with other staff, representatives of the community, customers, and the public. 

  • Communicates effectively and respectfully with people from different racial, ethnic, cultural groups, physical and intellectual abilities, lifestyle choices and ages. 

  • Demonstrates an ability to be sensitive to the needs of customers. 

  • Greets public and refers them to appropriate official and departmental staff. 

  • Processes timecards and calculates payroll hours for department personnel; records hours worked, hours and types of leave used, and shift differentials, and other payroll provisions; responds to questions and researches payroll related problems; provides information to departmental personnel regarding payroll; develops, prepares, distributes, maintains and files a variety of reports, records, and documentation related to payroll and timekeeping. 

  • Prepares and assists in the preparation of correspondence, budget reports and            documents, manuals, detailed operating procedures, and other reports and written materials; researches and compiles data from multiple and varied sources to prepare reports or complete forms; compiles and organizes content; selects formats, edits, and proofreads various documents; and finalizes documents.  

  • Schedules meetings involving multiple participants and/or locations; prepares and       distributes agendas and meeting materials; maintains appointment calendars for   management 

  • Enters and retrieves information from both hard copy and electronic records; utilizes various manual and electronic tools to log, track, summarize, and report information.  

  • Processes and prepares invoices for payment; verifies receipt, documentation, calculations, and proper billing amount; allocates to proper general ledger accounts; contacts vendors to resolve problems. 

  • Prepares and assists in the preparation of correspondence, budget reports and documents, manuals, detailed operating procedures, agendas, and other reports and written materials; researches and compiles data from multiple and varied sources. 

  • Develops and Maintains, and updates general administrative filing systems in accordance with departmental records retention programs; documents retention storage; creates reference material.  

  • Monitors budget, purchase order, and account balances and tracks expenditures; maintains department petty cash fund; organizes and oversees department contracts.  

  • Maintains all internal department communications and training materials; maintains all department policies, procedures, and updates and communicates changes as directed by the Department Director.  

  • Operates office equipment, such as computer, ten key adding machine, typewriter, photocopy machine, postage meter. 

  • Distributes and retrieves materials as needed. 

  • Prepares and distributes inter-office mail. 

  • Handles confidential materials, records, files and other privileged information 

  • Drive District vehicles pickup or deliver materials, correspondence or documents. Arranges for meetings and performs details related to meeting preparation. 

  • Performs office duties as directed. 

  • Responsible for coordinating maintenance of office equipment and maintaining necessary records. 


Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to interact with clients and staff in a professional manner 

Oral and written communication skills sufficient to complete paperwork and effectively communicate with the majority of clients. 

Working knowledge of standard office software (i.e. Microsoft Office) systems Office procedures and practices including correspondence, composition, reports and filing. 

Correct spelling, grammar and punctuation. 

Maintain confidentiality accuracy of materials, records, files and other privileged information. Perform a variety of difficult clerical work under pressure. 

Work independently. 

Coordinate workload of several projects concurrently. 

Use standard office equipment (e.g. copiers, fax, postage meter, 10 key by touch).  

  • Training and Experience 

    Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: 

    Two years full-time clerical experience including typing, filing, public reception and general office work.  Secretarial business education may be substituted for up to six months of the required work experience. 

    Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license or ability to obtain one. 


 Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear, both in person and by telephone, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk bend and twist and bend at the neck.  Occasional lifting and overhead reaching is required.  Visual abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Paratransit Clerk II 9/04 

Revised 02.15.2023 

This employer does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Health and Welfare Benefits for Paratransit SMART-Represented Employees


Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, unless otherwise noted below.


Medical Insurance:  For employee and qualified dependents. Choice between multiple HMO and PPO plans.  Santa Cruz METRO contributes 100% of the monthly premium costs for any plan. Premium participation continues after retirement.


Dental Insurance:  Premium paid by Santa Cruz Metro for employee and qualified dependents.


Vision Insurance:  Premium paid by Santa Cruz Metro for employee and qualified dependents.


CalPERS Retirement Pension:  

2.5% at 55 - Employees who are vested and were hired before January 1, 2013, directly from another CalPERS-covered agency are eligible for the "Classic" CalPERS pension formula of 2.5% at age 55. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, who had prior CalPERS membership and a break in service of six months or less, will also retain the "Classic" formula of 2.5% at age 55.

2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members - Those hired on or after January 1, 2013, who are new to CalPERS or have not worked for a CalPERS-covered agency in the past six months are subject to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and receive the 2% at age 62 formula.


457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan:  Two plan providers available. Similar to 401(k)

Empower: https://participant.empower-retirement.com  

Voya: https://login.voya.com


Life/AD&D Insurance:   $25,000 Life coverage. $50,000 AD&D coverage provided by Santa Cruz Metro.  Additional Life/AD&D coverage available.                


Long Term Disability Insurance:  Available after one year of service. Premium paid by Santa Cruz Metro. Monthly maximum of $3,000.00.


Employee Assistance Program:  Confidential mental, financial, legal and other assistance.

Premium paid by METRO. https://www.anthemeap.com/prism


Tickets at Work: Discounted rate program. https://www.ticketsatwork.com


Pet Insurance: Discounted rate program. https://figopetinsurance.com/ (Request QR Code)