Senior Personnel Clerk - Benefits Depart. Lateral Only, HR - RB #24-172 - Buffalo Public Schools

Title:Senior Personnel Clerk - Benefits Depart. Lateral Only, HR - RB #24-172


ID:9417


Department:Human Resources


Location:City Hall


Division:Civil Service


Type:Support Staff



Description



BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ROOM 720 CITY HALL BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #24-172 December 11, 2024

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY



Civil Service residency requirements will apply

(The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans. The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American)



POSITION: Senior Personnel Clerk – Permanent Lateral Only SALARY: $51,418 - $60,782 LOCATION: Benefits Department, Room 808, City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202

APPLICATION: 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 Promotional 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: December 18, 2024 APPROVED: Tami Hollie-McGee Chief of Human Resources

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579