Account Clerk Ii (Woodward/Modesto Reservoirs Seasonal Help Only)

This recruitment will close after 50 applications are received. Please apply as soon as possible in order to move forward.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation is seeking an extra-help Seasonal Account Clerk II to work at the Modesto and Woodward Reservoirs. This is a unique opportunity to get hands-on County work experience to take into future permanent full-time careers with the County.

To learn more about the Parks & Recreation Department, click here.

As a part-time or seasonal Stanislaus County Employee, you will be eligible for the benefits listed below:

• Enrollment is Nationwide Alternate Retirement System;
• Sick accruals;
• Excellent and unique learning opportunities to bring into permanent full-time positions.

THE POSITION

The Account Clerk II is the journey level classification in this series. Assignments frequently overlap those given general clerical classifications; however, they are distinguished by the degree of mathematical, record keeping, bookkeeping and clerical accounting duties assigned. This position exists in various County departments and is subject to overtime, standby, holiday, shift, and callback assignments. Performs related duties as assigned.

Part-time extra-help or seasonal is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide.

• Collect day use or camping fees from Reservoir entrance stations via a POS system;
• Manage a reservation system, check customers in or out, make first come first serve customers into a site;
• Customer service, including explaining rules and regulations to guests;
• Check receipts to ensure customers have paid appropriate fees;
• Data entry and reporting;
• Assist entrance station staff during breaks and lunches;
• Verify cash totals at the end of their shift;
• Provide change to cashiers as needed. Drop cash into safe;
• Answer phones, open and close lanes of incoming traffic as needed;
• Work all weekends and Holidays;
• Gather, assemble, tabulate, proof, extend, balance, summarize and post various data;
• Maintain journals and control records;
• Balance and bill accounts;
• Prepare and audit invoices, purchase orders and claims;
• Compile routine statistical and financial reports;
• As assigned, assist in payroll preparation;
• Act as a cashier, handling money, making change, providing receipts and tabulating totals daily; and
• Perform a limited amount of typing, answering phones and assisting the public.

• Perform basic mathematical computations;
• Operate various office machines (i.e., computer, fax, copy, microfiche, ten key);
• Deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner;
• Follow oral and written instructions; and
• Type at a reasonable rate of speed.

• Current office practices and procedures;
• Principles and methods of financial and statistical clerical work; and
• Alphabetic and numeric filing procedures.

• Equivalent to one (1) year of full-time general clerical experience involving computations, financial or statistical record keeping or reporting.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE
Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consist of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: February 28, 2023 or 50 applicants (whichever comes first)
Written Examination: Week of March 6, 2023

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County Departments.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

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