What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Clerk III (Merit) position at County of Tehama?
This is a State Merit System Services (MSS) classification. Please go to www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mss
to view the actual job classification and to apply for this position.
At the Department of Social Services we strive to partner with our community to assist, empower and protect those we serve. We foster an agency culture that supports family life and encourages fun filled activities and agency committees. This is more than an invitation, it’s a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the agency even better.
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WHAT WILL YOU DO:
The primary function of an Account Clerk III involves the processing and calculation of timesheets and payroll for the agency, and compilation, completion and interpretation of public assistance expense claims and statistical reports, which may include a variety of processes and accounts and public assistance programs.
THE PERFECT MATCH:
Will enjoy a teamwork environment; will have the ability to effectively use patience and courtesy in dealing with coworkers and the public; possess the ability to analyze situations involving rules and regulations while demonstrating good judgment in decision making; be proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Outlook; able to locate, identify and correct inaccurate or incomplete data; work with other County agencies; prioritize, plan and organize one’s own work.AS AN ACCOUNT CLERK III YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
Apply your knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting and financial auditing; prepare statistical, fiscal and case record reports; handle money transactions, such as collecting and disbursing monies and other negotiable items; verify and process deposits; lead and train subordinate staff; reconcile more difficult and complex financial and statistical information; assist the public by answering inquiries, refer to appropriate personnel and explain proper use of forms; process agency timesheets and payroll; navigate software to confirm, troubleshoot and explain public assistance benefits.
For a detailed job description click here: CalHR - Class Specification
Minimum Qualifications:Two (2) years of full-time clerical accounting experience performing fiscal or statistical work in an office environment, with one (1) year of full-time experience at the journey level.*
*Thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units that included coursework in basic financial and statistical recordkeeping practices and procedures; mathematics such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, and percentages; or computer applications and spreadsheet software may be substituted for up to one year of qualifying experience.
*Thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units that included coursework in basic financial and statistical recordkeeping practices and procedures; mathematics such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, and percentages; or computer applications and spreadsheet software may be substituted for up to one year of qualifying experience.
In addition to the education and experience requirements specified in the Merit Systems/Cooperative Personnel Services classification specification, Tehama County requires:
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
License & Special Requirements:
- Requires a valid California driver's license.
- Requires a current, less than one (1) year old, valid typing certificate.
HOW TO APPLY: This recruitment closes on February 14, 2025. To apply please submit your application through Merit System Services: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/MSS.
You must click on the link, search for this job between the opening and closing dates, and submit your application. This job will only be posted between the opening and closing dates on the flyer. After filing your application you will be notified by Merit System Services as to whether or not your application met the minimum qualifications. Following the closing date those that met minimum qualifications will be contacted by the County for the next steps in the recruitment process. Only the qualified candidates will be invited to test & interview. Interviews will be held 3/12/2025.
The department is recruiting for one (1) vacancy.
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for an Account Clerk III - Merit , as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.
For questions about this recruitment please contact:
Jose Ventura
(530) 528-4095 / jventura@tcdss.org
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
Salary : $20 - $24
