Account Clerk
Government Jobs, Salinas, CA, United States
Account Clerk
The County of Monterey Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office seeks dedicated and customer service-oriented individuals to fill current and future vacancies throughout the County. The Account Clerk provides support for all three divisions and handles a large volume of cash and check transactions. Incumbents also analyze account demographics, calculate charges, receive and write receipts for payments, and perform a variety of data entry tasks, as well as statistical and financial record keeping duties according to established procedures. We are looking for someone who is: Attentive to details and ensures accuracy of results. Self-motivated and goal driven. Committed to demonstrate the highest degree of integrity and ethics. Focused and productive while handling diverse responsibilities. Able to navigate complex situations using effective communication and conflict resolution skills. A few reasons you might love this job: You will work in a dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrity. You will contribute to and benefit from a team culture that values support and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate bilingual communication proficiency during extensive interaction with the public. You will learn and grow professionally while using technology to process payments for court fines and fees as well as taxes. You will play a vital role in delivering services that directly support the County's mission and commitment to the community. A few challenges you might face with this job: You may interact with some dissatisfied or challenging customers. You will need to stay current on policies and demonstrate mastery of processes and procedures. You will be expected to work cooperatively within a team environment and adapt to business needs. You will be expected to learn terminology related to taxes and court fines/fees. The successful candidate will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Working knowledge of record keeping procedures in order to maintain statistical and financial records. Basic arithmetic in order to prepare routine summaries of financial and/or statistical data. General office procedures in order to file and retrieve records and reports. Skill and ability to make rapid and accurate calculations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division principles. Locate and correct discrepancies or errors in financial or statistical documents. Read, understand and apply oral and written office policies and procedures. Read charts, graphs and tables displaying statistical data. Communicate verbally in order to respond to inquiries from other departments and the public. Operate a calculator, computer terminal and other office equipment. Work effectively with the public and others contacted during the course of work. Any combination of training, education, and/or experience which provides for the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: One year of experience performing entry level clerical tasks which would include mathematical computations, statistical and other financial record keeping functions; OR Nine months of experience performing entry level clerical tasks which would include mathematical computations, statistical and other financial record keeping functions, AND completion of a training course leading to an account/statistical clerk certificate. The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Possess a valid current Class C driver license at the time of appointment and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide evidence of suitable transportation which is approved by the hiring authority. Prospective employees for the Treasurer-Tax Collector will be required to submit to background review which may include a review of information concerning recent and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of criminal conviction. Positions in other departments may or may not require full background review. Prospective employees for the Treasurer-Tax Collector must pass a bilingual-Spanish test for spoken and reading proficiency. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency. The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Unit J Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. Apply On-Line at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty
by Friday, March 20, 2026, 11:59 PM(PST) or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Treasurer-Tax Collector Attn: Human Resources 168 West Alisal Street, 1st Floor Salinas, CA 93901 Phone: (831) 759-6602 Fax: (831) 759-6628 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans' preference points for this recruitment. To obtain a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application, please visit the Human Resources website or click on the following link:
Click Here to View the Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application . To apply for veterans' preference points, veterans or eligible military spouses must complete and email a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application with supporting documentation of their eligibility by the final filing deadline to VeteransPreferencePoints@countyofmonterey.gov. Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Julie James, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759-6602, or ARCTTCHR@countyofmonterey.gov.
The County of Monterey Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office seeks dedicated and customer service-oriented individuals to fill current and future vacancies throughout the County. The Account Clerk provides support for all three divisions and handles a large volume of cash and check transactions. Incumbents also analyze account demographics, calculate charges, receive and write receipts for payments, and perform a variety of data entry tasks, as well as statistical and financial record keeping duties according to established procedures. We are looking for someone who is: Attentive to details and ensures accuracy of results. Self-motivated and goal driven. Committed to demonstrate the highest degree of integrity and ethics. Focused and productive while handling diverse responsibilities. Able to navigate complex situations using effective communication and conflict resolution skills. A few reasons you might love this job: You will work in a dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrity. You will contribute to and benefit from a team culture that values support and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate bilingual communication proficiency during extensive interaction with the public. You will learn and grow professionally while using technology to process payments for court fines and fees as well as taxes. You will play a vital role in delivering services that directly support the County's mission and commitment to the community. A few challenges you might face with this job: You may interact with some dissatisfied or challenging customers. You will need to stay current on policies and demonstrate mastery of processes and procedures. You will be expected to work cooperatively within a team environment and adapt to business needs. You will be expected to learn terminology related to taxes and court fines/fees. The successful candidate will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Working knowledge of record keeping procedures in order to maintain statistical and financial records. Basic arithmetic in order to prepare routine summaries of financial and/or statistical data. General office procedures in order to file and retrieve records and reports. Skill and ability to make rapid and accurate calculations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division principles. Locate and correct discrepancies or errors in financial or statistical documents. Read, understand and apply oral and written office policies and procedures. Read charts, graphs and tables displaying statistical data. Communicate verbally in order to respond to inquiries from other departments and the public. Operate a calculator, computer terminal and other office equipment. Work effectively with the public and others contacted during the course of work. Any combination of training, education, and/or experience which provides for the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: One year of experience performing entry level clerical tasks which would include mathematical computations, statistical and other financial record keeping functions; OR Nine months of experience performing entry level clerical tasks which would include mathematical computations, statistical and other financial record keeping functions, AND completion of a training course leading to an account/statistical clerk certificate. The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Possess a valid current Class C driver license at the time of appointment and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide evidence of suitable transportation which is approved by the hiring authority. Prospective employees for the Treasurer-Tax Collector will be required to submit to background review which may include a review of information concerning recent and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of criminal conviction. Positions in other departments may or may not require full background review. Prospective employees for the Treasurer-Tax Collector must pass a bilingual-Spanish test for spoken and reading proficiency. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency. The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Unit J Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. Apply On-Line at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty
by Friday, March 20, 2026, 11:59 PM(PST) or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Treasurer-Tax Collector Attn: Human Resources 168 West Alisal Street, 1st Floor Salinas, CA 93901 Phone: (831) 759-6602 Fax: (831) 759-6628 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans' preference points for this recruitment. To obtain a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application, please visit the Human Resources website or click on the following link:
Click Here to View the Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application . To apply for veterans' preference points, veterans or eligible military spouses must complete and email a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application with supporting documentation of their eligibility by the final filing deadline to VeteransPreferencePoints@countyofmonterey.gov. Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Julie James, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759-6602, or ARCTTCHR@countyofmonterey.gov.