Account Clerk I, CITY OPEIU EMPLOYEES ONLY, (closes 01/16/26)

Ellensburg Washington•Ellensburg, WA

About The Position

The Finance Department has a vacancy for an Account Clerk I. This is a full-time position with benefits. This recruitment is for INTERNAL OPEIU APPLICANTS. If you do not currently work for the City of Ellensburg in an OPEIU represented position, please do not apply, your application will not be processed. The person in this position will issue permits, maintain files, and provide courteous customer service by phone or in person. Receipt payments including transmittals from various City Departments. Assist utility clerks and provide miscellaneous assistance to Finance Department as assigned. CORE VALUES: All employees are expected to model and foster the City of Ellensburg’s core values in the performance of their duties and their interactions while representing the City and serving the community. The values of Compassion (we care), Courage (we do the right thing), and Conviction (we work hard) promote and maintain a high level of service and are the tie that binds all City employees together, across departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
One (1) year of related experience and/or training
Must be bondable
Applicants must agree to a credit check and be in good credit standing with no debts currently assigned to collections, and a credit history that reflects no pattern of instability.
The applicant must not have a pending garnishment or judgment which may cause undue hardship while employed with this agency, with the exception of child support.
The hiring authority shall review the applicant’s credit history and determine eligibility for employment on a case-by-case basis.
Prior to hire, the candidate is required to pass a background check.