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Dauphin County

CLERK TYPIST 3

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An Office Technician or Typist uses a computer and word processing software, or a typewriter, to type reports, correspondence and other documents in the office of a company or organization. Transcribes and types meeting discussions or reports that have been recorded.

$41,180 / year median in Pennsylvania

-24% projected decline

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Job Description This is a Merit Hire position. The hourly rate for this position is $17.57 per hour. Dauphin County Drug & Alcohol Services is currently accepting applications for the full-time position D&A Clerk Typist 3. The D&A Clerk Typist 3 performs the complex clerical work of the Department of Drug and Alcohol Services. He/she is responsible for developing organizational systems, drafting correspondence, scheduling meetings with large groups of stakeholders, and creating forms and spreadsheets to be utilized by the Administration and Management teams. Other duties of the Clerk Typist 3 include maintaining numerous spreadsheets and logs for regular reporting requirements, collecting and organizing data, creating and maintaining client files, and completing other general clerical assignments for the department. The Clerk Typist 3 reports directly to the Drug and Alcohol Services Administrative Assistant and may be assigned work and projects by the Drug and Alcohol Services Management team as needed. He/she provides support to the entire department. The Clerk Typist 3 responsibilities require the utilization of organizational and word processing skills, as well as the application of independent judgment.
Minimum Education, Experience, and Training Requirements:
Six months as a Clerk Typist 2, and a high school diploma or equivalent, One year of progressively complex clerical typing experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent, Six months of moderately complex clerical typing work and completion of a post-high school business curriculum and a high school diploma or equivalent.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
At the time of hire, a valid driver's license and positive driving record, a favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances, as well as favorable references are required. The applicant must provide proof of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license within 60 days from the date of hire. An alternative form of identification will be accepted if you are not eligible to receive a Pennsylvania driver's license under 67 PA. Code § 83 and driving is not an essential function of the position. Applicants that have been interviewed in the last year need not apply Dauphin County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Dauphin County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Job Info Job Identification 2575 Job Category Clerical Posting Date 07/13/2026, 09:46 AM Apply Before 07/27/2026, 10:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Day Locations 3815 Tecport Dr, Harrisburg, PA, 17111, US