Water Clerk
Position Title: Water Clerk
Supervisor: Treasurer/Comptroller
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Hourly
Bargaining Agent: Teamsters, Automotive, Petroleum and Allied Trades Local Union No. 50
JOB SUMMARY
This position is primarily responsible for handling utility billing and accounts receivable at
Village Hall. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of and able to effectively work with the
Village’s computer systems. The ability to deal with the public is required, both in-person and on
the phone.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Speak and write English.
Have a general working knowledge of the operations of the Village of Caseyville and be able to
assist in other areas, as needed. This includes the front counter and all computer programs.
Answer telephone calls. Assist employees, residents, vendors, and other customers with
questions/problems.
Handle confidential, personal, and sensitive information in an appropriate and professional
manner.
Data entry for utility billing, accounts receivable, payroll, and/or accounts payable.
Prepare daily bank deposits.
Balance accounts and performs necessary reconciliations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma.
One year of general office experience, working with the public.
Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, with an emphasis on Excel and Word.
Must be able to use a 10-key calculator with speed and accuracy.
General clerical skills, including cash handling.
Strong organizational skills.
Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Bachelors Degree in Accounting preferred.
Experience in governmental/fund accounting preferred.
Must be able to pass drug, criminal and financial background screening.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The primary work environment is an office setting located at Village Hall, 909 South Main Street.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds of equipment, supplies, and tools; requires climbing, balancing,
stooping, kneeling, and reaching; vocal communication is required for expressing or
exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important
instructions to others accurately and efficiently; hearing is required to perceive information
through normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing
written or computer data; requires the ability to deal with stressful conditions in a calm and
professional manner.
SUPERVISOR
This position reports directly to the Treasurer/Comptroller. Incumbents must be able to function
independently, with minimal supervision, to accomplish assigned projects, referring to unusual
problems to supervisor.
COMPENSATION
This is a union position, with wage rates and benefits established per a collective bargaining
agreement. Starting wage is $24.55 per hour, plus benefits.
APPLICATION
Mail cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Human Resources by
Thursday, February 10, 2022 at the following address:
Village of Caseyville
909 S Main St
Caseyville, IL 62232
The Village of Caseyville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.