Office Aide

ATTENTION: This job announcement will close at 11:59 pm Eastern Time on either:

(A) March 20, 2026, or

(B) The date that 100 applications are received; whichever occurs first.

If the announcement closes on the date that 100 applications are received, all applications submitted by 11:59 pm that day will be given consideration, including those in excess of 100.

Performs beginning level general office clerical work in support of unit operations. The work involves learning basic office functions and procedures such as telephone and visitor reception, photocopy machine operation, and other general office clerical tasks. The work requires ability to operate keyboard devices but no experience. The work is performed under close to general supervision of administrative staff or higher graded office staff.

Receives and assists visitors to the office; queries visitors and directs them to appropriate staff or offices.

Receives, screens, and refers telephone calls; queries callers and transfers or refers calls to appropriate staff or other offices.

Receives and routes mail; directs items to other staff or County offices as appropriate.

Maintains staff personnel files to include in-service training for police and correction of three counties.

Processes information by keying data into computer databases and other computerized record systems.

Verifies information on billings and other documents.

Produces a variety of word processed documents such as letters, memoranda, and reports; proofs and edits materials for accuracy of grammar, spelling, punctuation and format and makes corrections.

Operates copying machine or other office appliances not requiring previous specialized training.

Performs a variety of routine office functions.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of

• Basic office functions.
• English grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Ability to

• Learn general office clerical procedures.
• Perform arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
• Operate keyboard devices where speed is not essential.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Deal effectively with the public.

High School diploma or GED equivalent, including or supplemented by courses in keyboard operation.

None

None

A pre-employment and annual tuberculosis screening will be required if employed in a substance abuse or correctional facility.

May be subject to background investigation, psychological testing, and drug screening.

Operation of keyboard devices.

May require strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 100 pounds.

Work is subject to frequent interruptions.

Nonexempt

Pay rate: $21.00 - $24.07 per hour

Grade 713, part-time position, 17 hours per week (no benefits)

Position closing date:
March 20, 2026

Please Note:
This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on March 20, 2026. To be considered for the role, ensure that your application is submitted before the deadline. The position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on March 21st.

Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.

Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment with as much notice as possible.