Energy Assistance Clerk (Specialist Officer I - non-merit)
Towson, MD Towson, MD Part-time Part-time $39,853 - $53,395 a year $39,853 - $53,395 a year Salary $39,853.
00 - $53,395.
00 Annually Location Towson, MD Job Type NON MERIT Job Number NM.
142 07-2023 Department HHS/FAMILY INVESTMENT DIVISION Opening Date 07/20/2023 Closing Date Continuous DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS Regular Schedule:
34 hours per week A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Family Investment Division, Office of Home Energy Programs, Department of Health and Human Services.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application.
Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered.
A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Examples of Duties Definition of Responsibility Under close supervision, provides routine office support, such as sorting and distributing mail, answering phones, and providing general information to customers about the Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP).
Examples of Essential Duties Receives and directs incoming calls.
Answers inquiries and provides routine information to customers.
Receives and directs customers.
May serve as receptionist for OHEP.
Performs routine filing.
Makes copies of documents for customers.
Performs data entry of a variety of information.
Examples of Other Duties Conducts customer inquiries.
Checks customer case status.
Opens, date stamps, and enters mail notes into system.
Receives and issues office supplies as needed.
Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
PLUS One year of experience working in an office environment utilizing office equipment, such as phones and computers.
One year of education in keyboarding and Office Processing may substitute for the experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of state guidelines and procedures.
Skill in written, communication and basic math skills.
Skill in operating office machinery.
Ability (ENTRY LEVEL):
Ability to communicate orally & in writing.
Ability to learn office procedures.
Ability to operate office machinery as listed in essential duties.
Ability to read and to follow directions.
Ability to positively interact with others.
Ability to learn automated office systems.
Ability to focus to complete assigned tasks.
Ability (FULL PERFOMANCE):
Ability to answer routine inquiries and to properly direct visitors, mail, or telephone calls.
Ability to maintain files.
Ability to follow County and Department rules and regulations.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.
Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment These positions are essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other restricted physical abilities.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Agency Baltimore County Address 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, Maryland, 21204 Phone 410-887-3135 Website http:
//www.
baltimorecountymd.
gov Regular Schedule:
34 hours per week A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Family Investment Division, Office of Home Energy Programs, Department of Health and Human Services.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application.
Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered.
A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Examples of Duties Definition of Responsibility Under close supervision, provides routine office support, such as sorting and distributing mail, answering phones, and providing general information to customers about the Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP).
Examples of Essential Duties Receives and directs incoming calls.
Answers inquiries and provides routine information to customers.
Receives and directs customers.
May serve as receptionist for OHEP.
Performs routine filing.
Makes copies of documents for customers.
Performs data entry of a variety of information.
Examples of Other Duties Conducts customer inquiries.
Checks customer case status.
Opens, date stamps, and enters mail notes into system.
Receives and issues office supplies as needed.
Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
PLUS One year of experience working in an office environment utilizing office equipment, such as phones and computers.
One year of education in keyboarding and Office Processing may substitute for the experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of state guidelines and procedures.
Skill in written, communication and basic math skills.
Skill in operating office machinery.
Ability (ENTRY LEVEL):
Ability to communicate orally & in writing.
Ability to learn office procedures.
Ability to operate office machinery as listed in essential duties.
Ability to read and to follow directions.
Ability to positively interact with others.
Ability to learn automated office systems.
Ability to focus to complete assigned tasks.
Ability (FULL PERFOMANCE):
Ability to answer routine inquiries and to properly direct visitors, mail, or telephone calls.
Ability to maintain files.
Ability to follow County and Department rules and regulations.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.
Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment These positions are essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other restricted physical abilities.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees.
New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace.
Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date.
New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire.
Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000.
Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions.
The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week.
No maximum on accrual.
Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.
Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week.
Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.
Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year.
Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year.
These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.
Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County.
Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration.
This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
00 - $53,395.
00 Annually Location Towson, MD Job Type NON MERIT Job Number NM.
142 07-2023 Department HHS/FAMILY INVESTMENT DIVISION Opening Date 07/20/2023 Closing Date Continuous DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS Regular Schedule:
34 hours per week A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Family Investment Division, Office of Home Energy Programs, Department of Health and Human Services.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application.
Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered.
A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Examples of Duties Definition of Responsibility Under close supervision, provides routine office support, such as sorting and distributing mail, answering phones, and providing general information to customers about the Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP).
Examples of Essential Duties Receives and directs incoming calls.
Answers inquiries and provides routine information to customers.
Receives and directs customers.
May serve as receptionist for OHEP.
Performs routine filing.
Makes copies of documents for customers.
Performs data entry of a variety of information.
Examples of Other Duties Conducts customer inquiries.
Checks customer case status.
Opens, date stamps, and enters mail notes into system.
Receives and issues office supplies as needed.
Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
PLUS One year of experience working in an office environment utilizing office equipment, such as phones and computers.
One year of education in keyboarding and Office Processing may substitute for the experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of state guidelines and procedures.
Skill in written, communication and basic math skills.
Skill in operating office machinery.
Ability (ENTRY LEVEL):
Ability to communicate orally & in writing.
Ability to learn office procedures.
Ability to operate office machinery as listed in essential duties.
Ability to read and to follow directions.
Ability to positively interact with others.
Ability to learn automated office systems.
Ability to focus to complete assigned tasks.
Ability (FULL PERFOMANCE):
Ability to answer routine inquiries and to properly direct visitors, mail, or telephone calls.
Ability to maintain files.
Ability to follow County and Department rules and regulations.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.
Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment These positions are essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other restricted physical abilities.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Agency Baltimore County Address 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, Maryland, 21204 Phone 410-887-3135 Website http:
//www.
baltimorecountymd.
gov Regular Schedule:
34 hours per week A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Family Investment Division, Office of Home Energy Programs, Department of Health and Human Services.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application.
Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered.
A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Examples of Duties Definition of Responsibility Under close supervision, provides routine office support, such as sorting and distributing mail, answering phones, and providing general information to customers about the Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP).
Examples of Essential Duties Receives and directs incoming calls.
Answers inquiries and provides routine information to customers.
Receives and directs customers.
May serve as receptionist for OHEP.
Performs routine filing.
Makes copies of documents for customers.
Performs data entry of a variety of information.
Examples of Other Duties Conducts customer inquiries.
Checks customer case status.
Opens, date stamps, and enters mail notes into system.
Receives and issues office supplies as needed.
Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
PLUS One year of experience working in an office environment utilizing office equipment, such as phones and computers.
One year of education in keyboarding and Office Processing may substitute for the experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of state guidelines and procedures.
Skill in written, communication and basic math skills.
Skill in operating office machinery.
Ability (ENTRY LEVEL):
Ability to communicate orally & in writing.
Ability to learn office procedures.
Ability to operate office machinery as listed in essential duties.
Ability to read and to follow directions.
Ability to positively interact with others.
Ability to learn automated office systems.
Ability to focus to complete assigned tasks.
Ability (FULL PERFOMANCE):
Ability to answer routine inquiries and to properly direct visitors, mail, or telephone calls.
Ability to maintain files.
Ability to follow County and Department rules and regulations.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.
Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment These positions are essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other restricted physical abilities.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees.
New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace.
Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date.
New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire.
Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000.
Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions.
The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week.
No maximum on accrual.
Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.
Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week.
Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.
Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year.
Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year.
These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.
Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County.
Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration.
This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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