CITY OF BERKLEY, MICHIGAN
3338 Coolidge Hwy Berkley, MI 48072
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
FINNACE / TREASURY DEPARTMENT
CASHIER - CLERK
Part Time Position
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
The City of Berkley is accepting applications for a part-time Cashier-Clerk in the
Finance / Treasury Department. The incumbent performs a variety of tasks
including receiving payments for utilities, property taxes and other city services,
providing excellent customer service, data entry, word processing and records
management.
Salary and Schedule: $11 - $12/hour. Approximately 20 hours per week;
additional hours during when other staff is absent or on vacation.
Successful candidates will meet the following requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent, however a two or four year college
degree is preferred.
• Must be able to process cash transactions accurately and according to
established policies. Previous cash handling experience as a bank teller or
cashier preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills. General knowledge of
municipal government policies, procedures and regulation.
• Able to manage multiple, competing priorities and meet deadlines as
required.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
The complete job description is available online at www.berkleymich.org. To be
considered for this opportunity, qualified applicants must submit a completed
employment application and resume to:
Sabrina Lilla, Finance Director
The City of Berkley is an Equal Opportunity Employer
CITY OF BERKLEY
JOB DESCRIPTION
CASHIER / CLERK
Department: Finance/Treasury
Supervised by: Deputy Treasurer or higher level administrative employee
Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Deputy Treasurer, the Cashier-Clerk is a customer
service oriented position that performs a range of tasks related to receiving and
processing payments for utilities, property taxes and other city services; data entry,
word processing and records management.
Essential Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These
examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this
job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily
.
1. Receive incoming payments for city taxes, utilities and other city services. May
be called upon to balance daily collections. Will be the first individual dealing
with cash transactions from the public.
2. Prepare forms, correspondence, reports, memos, receipts, vouchers, permits
and other similar documents are related materials.
3. Process cash transactions in a deliberate manner with accuracy.
4. Receive, screen and direct telephone calls, visitors and correspondence to
appropriate city staff. Provide general information and customer service.
5. Using specialized software, perform the related duties as assigned.
6. Some bookkeeping activities such as posting, reconciling statements,
balancing ledgers, tracking and assembling cash receipt information or other
similar activities.
7. Type, enter data, make copies, file and performs other clerical tasks as
assigned.
8. Prepare and maintain financial records, files, charts, data, schedules, and
similar information.
9. Review and ensure the accuracy and completeness of records, forms,
documents, attachments, data, and other related materials.
10. May be required to request, process and maintain supplies and office
equipment.
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Updated 11/06/2017
11. Perform other related work as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications
necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. A qualified individual with a disability must be able
to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements include the following:
• High school diploma. However a two or four year college degree is
preferred.
• Intermediate computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Previous experience as a bank teller or cashier is desirable. Able to
operate general office equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine.
• Knowledge of general office operations and clerical procedures and
practices.
• Able to assess critical situations, solve problems, manage multiple,
competing priorities and meet deadlines as required.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Able to gather data and prepare accurate and timely records, reports,
notices, memos and letters.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
employees, supervisors, and the general public.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. A qualified individual with a disability
must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to view
electronic and paper documents, handle cash and reconcile payment
statements; communicates with others face to face or by phone; view and
produce written and electronic documents. The employee frequently is required
to use hands, fingers and arms to handle, feel and reach; occasionally required to
stand, walk, stoop, or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move
items of light weight.
The employee typically works in a business office setting; the noise level is usually
quiet to moderate.
