CLERK STENOGRAPHER A
New Jersey classifies Clerk Stenographer a as non-competitive, which skips the exam-and-list step and turns on whether you meet the minimum requirements.
The FY2026 range lands between $38,027 and $54,571.
How to get hired
- Clerk Stenographer a is non-competitive, so there is no ranked exam. You qualify by meeting the education and experience stated in the specification.
- Apply directly to the hiring agency when a vacancy is posted. The agency verifies that you meet the minimum requirements.
- Because there is no eligible list, hiring timelines are set by the agency rather than by a statewide certification.
Read the official specification at NJ Civil Service Commission.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.
Definition
Under supervision, takes and transcribes dictation and performs routine, repetitive and other non- complex clerical work of a varied nature as a beginner at the entrance level of employment; does related work as required.
Examples of work
Takes and transcribes dictation consisting of letters, memoranda and/or statements of limited complexity, following prescribed procedures. Types a wide variety of materials from pencil copy, rough notes and detailed instructions such as correspondence, forms, memoranda, lists, reports statements, certificates, payrolls, vouchers, purchase orders. Opens, sorts, numbers, and distributes mail. Addresses, stamps and marks envelopes and other mail. Sorts and files checks, cash stubs, vouchers, requisitions or other materials numerically, alphabetically or according to other predetermined classification. Wraps packages for shipment by mail or express. Assembles and staples materials for distribution. Clips newspapers, periodicals, and printed releases and arranges clipping in suitable form as directed. Fills in and checks form letters, circulars and forms as directed. Looks up needed information. Maintains prepared mailing lists. Gives routine information in person and over the telephone. Tabulates simple numerical data. Occasionally operates varied types of office machines and equipment. Files papers, records, correspondence, memoranda, maps, tracings, proper plans and other matt Pulls paper folders from files as requested. Answers the telephone and takes messages accurately. Checks assignments, applications and other documents for correction and completeness. Refers errors and irregularities to superiors. Sorts and counts various types of tickets and forms and checks tickets for expiration dates, endorsements and mutilations. Collates and staples pages of reports, instructions and other duplicated materials. Runs errands to deliver or material. Cuts stencils. Maintains established files where selection and classification of data does not require difficult decisions and where procedures are routinized.
License
Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Basic knowledge of modern office methods, practices, routines machines and equipment. Some knowledge of the problems involved in organizing assigned stenographic and other clerical work and in developing effective work methods. Ability to take moderately difficult and rapid dictation and to transcribe the notes to the typewriter. Ability to from varied kinds of copy and from cylinders, records, and Ediphone machine equipment accurately, neatly and in accordance with the particular requirement and procedures of the Department. Ability to use correct English and to spell correctly. Ability to understand, remember and carry out oral and written directions. Ability to properly use and care for office machines, including manually and/or electrically operated typewriters, mimeograph machines, an. other equipment. Ability maintain the essential records and files. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. This job specification is applicable to the following title code(s) which are different work week or work month and/or variants of the job class title: Job Spec Code State, Local or Common Class of Service Work Week State Class Code Local Class Code Salary Range
Note
SN3508N/AA0910 Month SN3508N/AA09- This job specification is for government use only. Salary range is only applicable to state government. Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions. 05/29/86