Clerk III- Treasurer's Office

Johnson County
Johnson, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2024 CLOSED ON 8/11/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clerk III- Treasurer's Office position at Johnson County?

Under general supervision, performs duties equivalent or similar to those of a Clerk II.  Additionally, provide leadership and training to clerical staff and perform functions of Deputy at the Deputy’s direction or in the Deputy’s absence.

  • Current office procedures and practices
  • Mathematical computations
  • English language to include grammar, sentence structure, spelling, punctuation and proofreading skills

Ability to:

 

  • Lead co-workers in carrying out the business of the office
  • Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of information 
  • Learn, apply and articulate departmental policies and procedures
  • Make decisions requiring policy interpretation
  • Be detail-oriented and accurate while performing duties
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with appointed and elected officials, other employees and members of the public 
  • Provide customer service that is courteous and responsive
  • Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
  • Communicate with the public in oral and written form 
  • Follow oral and written instructions
  • Keep and maintain accurate records and filing system
  • Operate and maintain common office equipment such as calculators, printers, credit card machines and postage machines
  • Lift, move, push, pull, and/or carry up to 35 pounds
  • Use a computer for the purpose of data entry, spreadsheets, word processing, presentations, email and Internet 
  • Handle moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position
  • Lift, move, push, pull and/or carry up to 25 pounds
  • Stand, sit,  squat, kneel, bend, crouch, twist, reach, and use a step stool as needed
  • Clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication
  • Sufficient vision which permits production and review of a wide variety of materials in both electronic and hardcopy forms
  • Sufficient manual dexterity to operate a computer and make handwritten notations
  • Have sufficient personal mobility to complete work at various facilities
  • Work flexible schedule and occasional overtime as needed 

High school graduate or equivalent AND two years of responsible clerical experience to include six (6) months of supervisory experience; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 

 

Special requirements: Must pass background check.

to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation 

 

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

 

  • Perform all duties of a Clerk II.
  • Provide members of public with assistance and services on a full range of federal, state, and county laws rules and regulations; follow-up communication as necessary.
  • Verify the accuracy and adequacy of lists, applications, and/or forms submitted by the public.
  • Draft, issue and/or review titles and other documents filed with State offices.
  • Balance both departmental and county-wide daily transactions as well as multiple bank accounts.  If instructed by or in the absence of the Treasurer or a Deputy Treasurer, responsible for the final review and interpretation of documents filed with federal, state or local governments or agencies.
  • Provide guidance on the clerical work of Clerk I and Clerk IIs.
  • Study and familiarize oneself with federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations associated with the duties of the Treasurer’s Office.
  • In the absence of the Treasurer or Deputy Treasurer (or at the instruction of the Treasurer or Deputy Treasurer), responsible for adherence to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations; this may require high level interpretation.
  • Clear Auditor warrants, receipt in receivables, perform daily bank work and other county financial tasks as necessary.
  • Import and process online payments.
  • Collect a variety of fees and balance transactions at end of business day.
  • Balance both departmental and county-wide daily transactions.
  • Balance multiple bank accounts against county records.
  • Perform online banking tasks as directed.
  • Prepare, record and store financial records required for internal and external audits.
  • Perform general clerical duties, answering the telephone, making phone calls, photocopying, faxing, drafting correspondence and mailing correspondence, etc.
  • Provide back up to Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer as needed.   
  • Participate in work-related meetings, committees, training and educational opportunities as required. 
  • Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures and safety practices.
  • Attend work regularly at the designated place and time.

Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application.

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