GARFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION
General Office Clerk
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
$52,000 – $62,400 / year
Location:
Garfield, NJ, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
17 August 2026
What they need
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented General Office Clerk to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will serve as the backbone of our daily operations, ensuring smooth administrative workflows and exceptional customer service. Your energy and organizational skills will help maintain efficient office functions, support client communications, and handle a variety of clerical tasks with precision. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your office management expertise while contributing to a positive and productive work environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage front desk operations, greeting visitors and directing them appropriately with professional phone etiquette
- Operate multi-line phone systems to answer inquiries, route calls, and provide excellent customer support
- Perform data entry tasks accurately using Microsoft Office applications and specialized bookkeeping software such as QuickBooks
- Handle filing, document proofreading, and organization of confidential information to ensure data integrity and security
- Assist with office management duties including supply inventory, appointment scheduling, and general administrative support
- Support bookkeeping activities by recording transactions, reconciling accounts, and maintaining financial records
- Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client questions promptly and professionally while maintaining a friendly demeanor
Requirements
- Proven clerical or office experience demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and computer literacy in general
- Experience with QuickBooks or similar bookkeeping software is highly desirable
- Bilingual abilities are a plus to effectively communicate with diverse clients and team members
- Excellent phone communication skills coupled with proper phone etiquette for handling inquiries and client interactions
- Strong typing skills with the ability to perform data entry efficiently and accurately
- Ability to handle confidential information responsibly while maintaining professionalism at all times
- Prior office management or personal assistant experience is advantageous but not mandatory
- Demonstrated time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
Join us as a General Office Clerk and become an essential part of a vibrant team dedicated to operational excellence. Your enthusiasm for organization combined with your commitment to outstanding service will help us achieve our goals while advancing your career in office administration.
Pay: $25.19 - $30.33 per hour
Work Location: In person
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