Office Assistant I - EXAM Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/columbusoh/jobs/newprint/4800682) Apply  Office Assistant I - EXAM Salary $18.60 - $31.59 Hourly Location Varies by position Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-0407-C1 Department Exam for Various Departments Opening Date 01/27/2025 Closing Date 2/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Definition Under general supervision, is responsible for performing general and varied clerical tasks; performs related duties as required. Examples of Work (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.) + Uses a computer to input and access information, produce word processing documents; update and maintain spreadsheet and databases; uses computer to send and receive electronic messages; + Answers general questions from internal and external customers by telephone or in person regarding policies and procedures, rules and regulations, City code, or departmental programs or functions; + Maintains records of employee attendance, leave, and overtime in accordance with union contract provisions; reconciles leave balances by comparing timecards, leave slips submitted, and/or computerized time clock data; + Operates complex office equipment such as commercial grade envelope stuffers, scanners, imaging equipment, postage meters, etc. + Receives customers in public reception area such as an application counter or information desk; assists customers in preparing applications, permits and licenses; + Receives correspondence, mail or special delivery; signs for merchandise, letters, and packages; prepares correspondence for mailing, delivery, or pick-up; prepares letters or renewal packets for periodic mailings; + Maintains office equipment; initiates service orders; orders supplies; + Proofreads created documents and makes necessary revisions, additions and deletions; + Tabulates numbers and compiles information for various reports, reconciling discrepancies as they arise; compiles data; makes simple calculations. Minimum Qualifications Completion of the twelfth school grade and one (1) year of general office experience. Substitution(s): A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of a high school diploma. College training may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis (thirty (30) semester/forty-five (45) quarter credit hours equals one (1) year). Test/Job Contact Information The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create aNEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list, and willreplacethe names on the current list. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439. The examination process will consist of a computerized exam weighted 100% covering Customer Service, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Information Ordering, Word, Outlook, and Excel (2016 & 2019 versions). The exam is expected to be administered in March. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time. All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test. For any position within the Division of Police, the hiring process will also include the completion of an extensive personal history questionnaire and a polygraph examination. The certification process will be: Fixed Band The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Short-term Disability + Life Insurance + Wellness Program + Tuition Reimbursement Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information. 01 Have you completed the twelfth school grade, possess a high school diploma, or possess a GED? + Yes + No 02 Do you have one (1) year of general office experience? + Yes + No 03 Do you have one year (thirty (30) semester/forty-five (45) quarter credit hours) of college training? If so, you must attach an OFFICIAL transcript to this application. A student advising report or other Un-Official documentation will not be accepted and your application will be rejected. + Yes + No 04 Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application. + o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job. + o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job. Required Question Employer City of Columbus Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330 Columbus, Ohio, 43215 Phone (614) 645-8301 Website https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email