WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR:
08306 Minutes Recorder
The City of Eugene values diversity in its workforce, and is committed to Affirmative Action.
SALARY RANGE
$9.55 - $12.45 Hourly
REQUISITION #: 00005

POSITION INFORMATION

Final filing date: October 13, 2009.

Records proceedings at meetings of various City boards, commissions, and agencies; prepares clear, concise accounts of proceedings for transcription; reviews draft transcripts for accuracy and clarity.                                                                                                                                              
Applications are kept in the OPEN file for four (4) months.

IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED, OR HIRED, AFTER 4 MONTHS AND WOULD LIKE TO CONTINUE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A POSITION, YOU WILL NEED TO RE-APPLY.

Hours:
Approximately 10-15 Hours / Week
Variable / Monday-Friday, 7:30 am-11 pm; occasional weekend work

Examples of Duties Performed - Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Attends meetings of various City boards, commissions, and agencies recording proceedings both with a tape recorder and by hand.

Drafts minutes of meetings from original records according to City standards.

Composes minutes on personal computer using Word.

Reviews drafts of minutes for accuracy and clarity, prior to final processing.

Confers with staff from other governmental agencies as necessary.

Adheres to strict production schedule for City minutes.

Keeps itemized records of time worked and work-related expenses.

Supports and respects diversity in the workplace.

Performs other related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:
English composition: grammar, spelling, punctuation, and editing.

Office practices and procedures.

Public meeting laws, or the ability to learn them in a reasonable amount of time.

Computer systems and Word.

Ability to:
Keyboard at least 50 wpm (word per minute).

Communicate effectively with other employees and the public using tact, courtesy, and good judgment.

Distinguish between relevant and incidental discussion.

Follow oral and written instructions

Skilled in:
The use of a computer terminal; WordPerfect experience desirable.

English composition.

Paraphrasing and editing with no loss of, or change, in meaning.

Some mechanical aptitude is required.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform job duties.

Experience and Training
Previous experience as a Minutes Recorder; and/or any combination of course work, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Selection Process

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. The selection process varies according to the position and can include such things as screening of supplemental questionnaires, written or skill tests, ability or fitness tests, interviews, and assessment processes. In addition, background investigations and records checks may be required. Some positions also require applicants to have a psychological evaluation and/or physical examination and a drug test prior to employment. Applicants selected to continue in the process will be notified within two-three weeks after the posting deadline.

 

DUE TO THE VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY THE CITY, GENERALLY, ONLY APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION (TESTING, INTERVIEWS) WILL BE CONTACTED.

 

CURRENT INFORMATION ABOUT JOB POSTINGS IS ALSO AVAILABLE BY CALLING THE JOB INFORMATION LINE (541) 682-5061 OR GOING TO www.eugene-or.gov/jobs AND SELECTING “STATUS OF RECENTLY POSTED POSITIONS”.

 

The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at (541) 682-5061.

 

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.

 

The City of Eugene is committed to a work environment which values the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally competent service to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, the City continues to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
 

Posting last updated - February 04, 2009
City of Eugene, Human Resources * 777 Pearl Street, Room 101 * Eugene * OR * 97401 * (541) 682-5061 * http://agency.governmentjobs.com/eugene/default.cfm
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Minutes Recorder Supplemental Questionnaire
 
* 1. The supplemental questionnaire is scored and will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase of the selection process. Provide detailed answers to each question. Please do not reference your résumé or application in your responses. Please submit a non-fiction writing sample that you have personally authored.




  2. Your response to the following question is confidential and is only used to track your application in our system. Hiring decisions are not based on this response. Please state your month and day of birth.