Principle Clerk – Department of Finance – Office of the Tax Collector

Career Development Center Full Time

Company Name: City of Pittsfield
Location: Pittsfield, MA

The Department of Finance is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Principle Clerk within the Office of the Tax Collector. Under immediate direction of the Tax Collector, the Clerk is responsible for collecting and receiving revenue which includes parking fines, real estate taxes, excise taxes, water & sewer fees, and various department billings. The candidate will possess exceptional customer service skills, with the ability to handle and deal effectively with the public. In addition, the candidate should possess previous experience with cash handling procedures, as well as working in a fast- paced office environment.

Monday – Friday, 35 Hours per week, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Salary:  $13.78 – $14.49 per hour

Responsibilities:

  • Receives and collects payments for fees and taxes including real estate, utility, personal property, parking tickets and general billing payments.
  • Provides outstanding customer service by greeting public, answering questions, collecting payments, etc.
  • Balances cash and check drawer; prepares deposits; Balances checking account statements
  • Provides information to financial institutions
  • Performs computer data entries of cash and check payments; Maintains files and databases of payments
  • Prepares documentation to include tallies, logs, and activity reports
  • Answers telephone and provides callers with requested information, or forward call to appropriate personnel
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  •  High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least one year of related experience required, more than one years’ experience preferred.
  • Previous cash handling experience is required and essential to perform the duties of this position
  • Specialized training and/or experience in accounting/bookkeeping/cash handling
  • Demonstrated skills in providing exceptional customer service and dealing with the public effectively
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Strong computer and internet skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment; position requires incumbent to frequently stand more often than sit.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task, with further ability to re-focus between such tasks.

 

To apply, if interested, please visit the careers page, https://CityOfPittsfield.Hyrell.com

Deadline to apply: Tuesday, July 14, 2015 @ 4:00PM