Types and processes court orders, minutes, petitions, and other legal documents requiring the analysis of complex source material and a thorough familiarity with the various legal codes to obtain the necessary data. Answers questions that require such things as searching for and abstracting technical data and detailed explanation of laws, policies, or procedures, checks non-routine applications, collects variable fees, etc., and refers only unusual inquiries to his immediate superior. Checks legal documents such as writs, petitions, warrants, purchase orders, claims and bonds for form, validity, and compliance with legal requirements in cases requiring the application of highly specialized knowledge and the resolution of debatable points, and where a mistake in judgment may entail serious consequences. Makes statistical computations and analyses, estimates of fees, etc., where specialized knowledge of laws, policies, and procedures are involved to an unusual degree, as in the recording of documents, property assessments, and tax collections. Advises employees on problems within his jurisdiction, and on his own initiative, makes such decisions as are permissible. Reviews for accuracy and conformity to established procedures the work of others performing preliminary operations during the flow of work. Makes final check of permits, authorizations, etc., without higher level review. Prepares correspondence requiring the application of highly specialized knowledge and discrimination in the selection of data or interpretation of laws, rules, or policies. Supervises a small section or unit engaged in related work where responsibility for supervision is subordinate to the performance of the highly specialized clerical work, as needed. Routinely accesses office equipment such as, video display terminals, word processors, or personal computers to input data, perform computations, or produce documents not requiring the formatting or programming of such equipment, as needed. For additional details, please review the classification specification for Senior Typist-Clerk. Requirements REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:Three years’ office clerical experience involving typewriting, one year of which must have been in a specialized - or supervisory - - capacity. Typewriting skill requirement: Ability to type at the rate of 40 net words per minute. The following candidates are NOT required to take the Department of Human Resources typing test:Those candidates who currently hold or have held a typing position with the required net words per minute in the service of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants who have met the typing requirement in another Los Angeles County department must attach a copy of their typing certificate to their application or send to C - Medina@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) days of the end of the filing period. Those who have applied and passed with the required net words per minute on the "TYPING TEST - SCORE-BANKING ONLY" exam. Passing scores on record with the Department of Human Resources will be transferred automatically. Important Typing Information:Candidates who have not taken the typing performance test or met the typing requirement must register for Typing Test - Score-Banking for the opportunity to obtain the required typing certificate. We invite you to apply to the Typing Test - Score-banking ONLY using the link below. Click or Copy and Paste URL: IMAGE TO APPLY - You MUST meet the above requirement(s) to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: - Specialized clerical capacity means experience performing specialized clerical duties in a defined subject matter area with continuing responsibility for projects, questions, or problems that arise within an area of a program or functional specialty. This requires knowledge of rules, regulations, and other guidelines relating to completing assignments in the program area assigned. Such experience is gained at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Intermediate Clerk, Intermediate Typist-Clerk, or higher. - - Supervisory capacity means experience includes responsibility for planning, assigning and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating employee performance, participating in interviewing and selecting new staff, and performance management. Examples of specialized capacity office clerical work include: Cultural and Arts; Compliance and Safety; Consulting Advisory Services; Customer Service; Education Support; Environmental and Sustainability; Financial; Government and Public Administration; Healthcare; Hospitality and Event Management; Human Resources; IT and Technical Support; Legal; Library; Manufacturing and Production; Marketing and Communications; Nonprofit; Public Relations and Media Management; Quality Assurance; Real Estate; Research and Development; Supply Chain and Logistics, or similar industries. Physical Class. Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Desirable Qualifications. Experience working for a public homelessness service agency, such as LAHSA, within the last six (6) months.