Account Clerk I, PUBLIC POSTING, (closes 11 / 17 / 25)

Job Title : Account Clerk I

Open Date : October 30, 2025

Close Date : November 17, 2025

Salary : $3,322 - $4,153 / month plus benefits

View job posting here, Account Clerk I, public posting

RECRUITMENT DESCRIPTION :

The City of Ellensburg has a vacancy for a full-time Account Clerk I / RPZ in the Finance Department. If you enjoy providing exceptional customer service and have experience cashiering this is a great opportunity.

The person in this position contributes to meeting the Finance Department goals through courteous, efficient service, and accurate processing of Residential Parking Zone (RPZ) permits and utility services. 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.

Regular City OPEIU applicants, covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement between City of Ellensburg & OPEIU, that apply by the internal closing date will be given first consideration.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE :

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One (1) year of related experience and / or training
• Please note : An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the above requirements as determined by management.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

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 credit 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 determine the status of applicant's credit history on a case-by-case basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Benefits include Public Employees Retirement System and Social Security; Medical / Dental / Life / Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), vacation, sick leave, holidays, and employee choice days.

Represented by Office & Professional Employee Union, Local #8 (OPEIU).