General Office Clerk

Company: YRC Freight
Location: Burnsville
Posted on: March 24, 2020

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARYThe General Office Clerk (14) will perform various office support and clerical functions for the local operating facility. Support the functions of the office and facility through various tasks and duties.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform clerical/administrative assignments in accordance with established procedures and under general instruction.
• Print, scan and update documents in accordance to established office practices. Create and file documents relating to the operation of the facility
• Respond to customer communications in an accurate and timely manner and investigate and resolve customer complaints.
• Create, review and maintain various reports and ensure proper company functions.
• Open and route incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail.
• Order and keep track of office supplies.
• Assist in the administration and office support functions by maintaining office records, personnel files and answering routine questions about company policy.COMPETENCIES
• Adaptability - Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful.
• Building Trusting Relationships - Using appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners; interacting with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in ones intentions.
• Collaborating - Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
• Communication - Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that help them understand and retain the message; listening actively to others.
• Continuous Learning - Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
• Initiating Action - Taking prompt action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Work Standards - Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Effective organizational, planning and prioritization skills.
• Proficient using MS Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS* *
• Some college or equivalent training.
• Experience in the transportation industry.WORKING CONDITIONS

• *This job operates in a professional office environment indoors. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • *The position requires the ability to spend long hours sitting or standing while using office equipment and computers. Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as typing and keying. Occasional lifting, pushing/pulling, carrying 10 lbs of supplies and materials is required.YRC Worldwide, along with all subsidiary companies, are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerTitle: General Office ClerkLocation: MN-BurnsvilleRequisition ID: 2000SC

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