Account Clerk, Senior

Special Instructions

To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed below. References to résumés or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered incomplete; enter "N/A" if any section does not apply.

• Complete online application;
• Resume; AND
• Three (3) professional references within the online application.

Important:
Do not submit materials other than those requested (e.g., personal photo, articles you’ve written). Upload only requested documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or e-mail will not be accepted. Correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent via e-mail. All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

New employees will begin on Step I ($5,474.31) or Step I ($4,105.73). Salary negotiation is not allowed. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime).

Excellent benefits are provided to all contract employees with assignments greater than or equal to 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents. A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment.

The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee Collective Bargaining Agreements/Handbooks, salary schedules and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

Position Details

• Position 1: 1.0 FTE
• Position 2: 1.0 FTE
• Position 3: 0.75 FTE

• No. Months: 12
• Position Numbers:
  Position 1 009709, Position 2 002545, Position 3 010309 (0.75 FTE)
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt (accrues overtime)
• Position Type:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit: AFT - Classified Professionals
• Range: 19
• Department:
  Student Accounting

The Position posting includes a description from San Diego Mesa College President Ashanti Hands highlighting the college’s commitment to equity and excellence, and the department’s expectations for candidates. Applications are for three Senior Account Clerk positions in the Student Accounting office. Hours vary by position; selected candidate must be willing to adjust workdays/hours based on departmental needs.

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Knowledge:

• Basic principles of accounting and bookkeeping.
• District accounting and related procedures.
• District computerized accounting systems.
• District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer hardware and software. Oral and written communications skills.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.

Skills and Abilities:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Count and verify large sums of money with speed and accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Interpret district policies and apply them to a variety of situations.
• Maintain statistical and financial records and prepare reports.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Operate standard office machines and equipment, including computers, calculators, and cash registers.
• Perform arithmetic calculations.
• Plan and organize work.
• Relate effectively with people from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Train and provide work direction and guidance to others.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Use computer applications, including spreadsheets, databases, and other relevant kinds.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Work independently with little direction.

Experience:

• Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years’ experience in accounting or financial record-keeping.
• One year of related district experience is desirable.

Applicants with foreign degrees must have coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of NACES…