- Salary
- $33k – $43k/yr
- Location
- Hickory, NC, NC, US
- Department
- Customer Service
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have good customer service skills, good data entry skills and knowledge of accounting practices. Skill in use of PC, credit card machines, typewriter, calculator, AS400, fax, copier, etc. Preferred applicant will have an associate's degree in accounting or business administration, Notary Public. Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Minimum age of 18. Must possess a valid Class "C" driver's license from North Carolina.
Salary depends on experience
Collects payments for water bills, dumpster rentals, parking tickets, civil citations, returned checks, water and sewer taps, fire permits and other miscellaneous payments.
Processes beer and wine license tax payments.
Answers customer telephone calls; answers customer questions or refers to appropriate personnel
Opens and distributes mails; processes all payments received.
Updates and maintains files.
Generates work orders to activate, terminate services, and make repairs; contacts technicians via radio.
Operates and maintains cash drawer; balances receipts daily.
Processes returned mail and researches customers.
Processes deposits from other departments.
Assists supervisor by working with customers to make payment arrangements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Knowledge of modern office principles and practices.
Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Knowledge of billing and collection procedures.
Skill in the operation of computers and other standard office equipment.
Skill in planning, organization, and decision making.
Skill in oral and written communication.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light or heavy objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office.PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.
