DOF- Administrative Assistant, Office Support Specialist - City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development

Hire Up is a paid work experience opportunity.
• 6 months, with paid job readiness training
• Includes supportive services and job placement assistance
• Work with city agencies and nonprofit organizations

AGENCY OVERVIEW:
The Baltimore City Department of Finance is seeking a self-motivated individual with a strong attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

CLASS DESCRIPTION:
An Office Support Specialist performs a variety of office, administrative, and keyboarding work using Microsoft Office and other proprietary software programs. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
EDUCATION: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of proper English grammar usage, spelling, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of computer operations and software applications such as document management and word processing.
• Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations.
• Knowledge of automated office practices and procedures, including office protocol and various filing procedures.
• Knowledge of the operation and capabilities of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Skill in the operation of word processing and business software, including Microsoft Office Suite, to produce correspondence, charts, reports, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to perform arithmetic computations accurately.
• Ability to deal courteously with customers and employees at all levels of government and to work effectively with varying temperaments, both in person and by telephone.
• Ability to locate and retrieve information from a range of sources and to compile information in report form.
• Ability to provide direction and guidance to others.

DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING:
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment will be required to submit to drug and alcohol testing.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK:
Eligible candidates under final consideration for this position will be required to authorize the release of and successfully complete a criminal conviction check.