The Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning Division (WDLL) is a longstanding program of the University. The incumbent works under the direct supervision of a higher graded employee who makes assignments, gives instructions and is readily available for advice and assistance as needed. Work is reviewed frequently for accuracy, completeness and compliance with instructions and procedures. The incumbent will perform duties at the UDC Campus and all WDLL satellite sites.

Number of Vacancies: 4

Employment Status: Full-time, Temporary

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS-303-2

Salary Range: $18,855 - $24,003

Closing Date: August 31, 2014

Location: 801 North Capitol Street, NE, Washington, DC

Brief Description of Duties

The Clerk will answer telephone calls, take messages, and refer calls to the appropriate staff person, provide basic information in response to requests, establish and maintain files, distribute incoming correspondence, assist with searching and compiling information and data and serve as messenger, as required. The Clerk will also assist with routine duties, coding and routing documents, process and maintain records and written material, operate office equipment such as Xerox machines and participates in various special projects, as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment: This is a temporary appointment. Temporary employment may be ended at anytime with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia’s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).​

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity ore expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, disability or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.

Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-6769.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EOPolicy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.