Principal Clerk in Exeter

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We place a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

We are currently recruiting for a Principal Clerk to perform simple routine repetitive clerical work at the RI Veterans Cemetery. This full-time position pays $17.99/hr and is located in Exeter, RI.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Answer phone, written, and in-person requests for information and advice from people, their representatives, agencies and others; follow up as needed.
• Perform eligibility determinations for people applying for or receiving cemetery benefits.
• Keep abreast of all services available to the cemetery.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a resource file.
• Coordinate with field staff within the cemetery and arrange for services required by cemetery people.
• Serve as an advocate for clients with various service provider agencies.
• Assist with the completion of application forms.
• Conduct interviews in the office and in the field.
• Assist in the dissemination of printed and other materials.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual informational and statistical reports.
• Investigate and document complaints.
• Conduct activities throughout the state such as at information fairs, public meetings, and the processing of identification cards and eligibility screenings.
• Work is carefully checked by supervisor both in process and in final form for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Working knowledge of business English.
• Familiarity with standard office filing procedures.
• Ability to make simple tabulating and arithmetical computations.
• Ability to understand readily and carry out simple directions, both oral and written.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible.
• Highly motivated.

Education And Experience

• Graduation from a senior high school or any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Working hours M-F, 8:00am-4:00pm.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Successful ATHENA Employees Will Display The Following Characteristics

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions, where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer's needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The Benefits Of Working For ATHENA Include

• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full-time employment.
• Health Savings Account.
• Pet insurance.
• 401k with a generous employer match.
• ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee.
• Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children.
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
• Sick leave varies by state – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.