Intermediate Clerk Typist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER R2214G-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT We welcome applications from everyone. WHEN TO APPLY Online applications will be accepted beginning at 8:00 a.m. (PT) on Friday, September 11, 2026, until before 5:00 p.m

(PT). Why Work for Us. With almost 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation.

As the largest employer in Southern California with over 100,000 employees in 39 departments, we provide vital and diverse public services like law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, and cultural activities. The County has more than 2,100 different job types, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee.

Join us and discover one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county with a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Follow us on Social Media. Essential Job Functions What does an Intermediate Typist-Clerk do.

Produces abstracts of judgment, executive notices, and similar documentation requiring high accuracy or independent judgment in selecting materials. Produces sophisticated charts, forms, statistical, and similar documents from rough drafts, requiring skill in arranging tabular material, setting up forms, and utmost typing accuracy. Processes documents according to a specified and technical procedure for such purposes as formulating property descriptions and recording and indexing court papers, transcripts, and legal processes.

Verifies documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements. Responds to inquiries and offer information to the public regarding regulations and procedures; prepare and file legal forms, applications, and permit requests; act as a special receptionist or counter clerk. Keeps records requiring particular knowledge, discrimination, and judgment in the selection, compilation, or computation of data to be included, such as cost data records and distribution and control ledgers, which can be posted without extensive knowledge of bookkeeping principles.

Maintains clerical controls where work is divided among personnel performing separate parts of an entire operation. Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material. Answers correspondence that requires data selection, vital in formulating the reply, and refers unusual cases to a supervisor for approval.

Estimates the amount due and collects fees. Exercises minor supervision over the work of others as needed. Compares or segregates documents where particular knowledge of the function and more than a routine check for accuracy are involved, as in auditing warrants or purchase orders.

Operates office machines such as calculators, incidental to the performance of other duties. Routinely accesses office equipment, such as video display terminals, word processors, or personal computers, to input data, perform computations, or produce documents that do not require the formatting or programming of such equipment as needed. For further information, please view the classification specification: Intermediate Typist-Clerk Requirements Requirements to Qualify: Option 1: Six months of office clerical experience involving typewriting in the service of the County of Los Angeles or in districts under the jurisdiction of the County of Los Angeles.

-OR- Option 2: One year of office clerical experience involving typewriting outside the service of the County of Los Angeles. -OR- Option 3: A certificate or Associate of Arts degree in clerical procedures or office administration from an accredited university.* Special Requirement Information: To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your diploma, transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution with your application. Alternatively, the document(s) may be emailed to DHRClericalExams@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing the application

The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S

standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf We do not accept password-protected documents

Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Typing Skill Requirement: This position requires a typing proficiency of 40 net words per minute (NWPM). You may not need to take a typing test if you meet any of the following: Current or former County employees who have held a typing position that required the necessary wpm.

Applicants who have already taken and passed the County's typing performance test (administered by the Department of Human Resources) at the required wpm. If your passing score is already on file, it will be transferred automatically-no need to retest. Applicants who passed the "Typing Test - Score-Banking Only" with the required net wpm.

Your score will also transfer automatically. Applicants who passed a County typing test administered by a department other than DHR must attach a copy of the typing certificate to the application at the time of filing. If the certificate cannot be attached during filing, it must be emailed to DHRClericalExams@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing the application

Candidates who have not taken the typing performance test or met the typing requirement, as mentioned above, will be provided with a link to the Los Angeles County typing performance test during the examination process. Withhold Information: No withhold will be allowed for this recruitment. Required experience, education, or certification must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

License: A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class: 2 - Light. This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting.

Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information Once we have identified that you meet our requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment process will be sent. Examination Content: This exam will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, measuring: General Problem-Solving Skills Customer Focus Learning Potential Responsibility Life Experiences You must meet the Requirements to Qualify and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible list.

Exam Review: Exam components are not subject to review by candidates. Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per CSR 7.19. Transfer of Test Components: If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination

This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam. Test Preparation: We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance." Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests. You can also visit our Los Angeles County Online Assessment Preparation Series webpage at https://lacounty.attract.neogov.com/la-county-online-assessments-prep-series for information about common online assessment types, sample questions, and test-taking tips

Eligibility and Vacancy Information: Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies throughout the County of Los Angeles, as they occur. Application and Filing Information: We only accept applications filed online.

Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting

This website can also be used to get application status updates. Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements.

Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification. We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox

It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov DHRclericalexams@hr.lacounty.gov info@governmentjobs.com talentcentral@shl.com noreply@proctoru.com donot-reply@amcatmail.com New email addresses need to be verified

This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Testing Accommodation: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note that you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. Testing Accommodation Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Testing Accommodation Phone: (213) 441-3150 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 Department Contact Name: James Cheung Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-2962 Department Contact Email: DHRclericalexams@hr.lacounty.gov COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement: The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law.

For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/. Testing Accommodations for Applicants: The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting

Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/. Fair Chance: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer

Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, a...