Senior Typist

Candidates must meet minimum qualifications, as noted, to be eligible to sit for this examination. Graduation from high school or possession of a school equivalency diploma, two (2) years of clerical experience, and proof of typing ability*. *Proof of typing ability: Work experience must include typing, or A course in typing, computer, or data entry (high school, trade school or college), or Acceptable typing waiver showing ability to type a minimum of 35 wpm NOTE: College courses or related training beyond high school may be credited on a year-for-year basis for experience but you must still possess proof of typing ability as indicated above. NOTE: A copy of your high school diploma or equivalency must be attached to your application, unless you qualify as a conditional candidate, then you must submit a letter from your educational institution indicating your anticipated date of graduation is within (3) three months of the examination date. If qualifying based on education, also attach to your application a high school or college transcript indicating courses in accounting, math and/or finance. To fulfill the required experience in typing, be sure to clearly indicate work experience that included typing on your application, or attach to your application a copy of a transcript showing completion of a course in typing, or attach a typing performance test waiver (See Waiver Policy).

Applicants must be residents of Clinton County for at least (30) thirty days immediately preceding the date of the examination. Essex County residents may apply but will only be certified to those agencies that you are a resident of (AuSable Valley Central School District, Champlain Valley Educational Services (CVES), Town of AuSable, C-E-F Library System). Franklin County residents may also apply but will only be certified to C-E-F Library System. Warren and Washington County residents may also apply but will only be certified to CVES. For Senior Typist Continuous Recruitment Exam

The eligible list established as a result of this exam will be used to fill present and future vacancies that may occur in Clinton County Departments, Towns, Villages, School Districts and the City of Plattsburgh. Preference may be given to residents of a particular area who have been so for (30) thirty days when making appointments.