Account Clerk II, CITY OPEIU EMPLOYEES ONLY, (closes 03/05/26)

Job Title:  Account Clerk II

Open Date: February 26, 2026

Close Date:  March 5, 2026

Salary:  $4,053 - $5,320/month plus benefits

View job posting here, Account Clerk II

RECRUITMENT DESCRIPTION:

The Finance Department has a vacancy for an Account Clerk II.  This is a full-time position with benefits.  At this time, this position is only open to current City of Ellensburg employees that are working in an OPEIU covered position.

The person in this position will maintain account files including delinquent utility accounts and accounts in collection; generate accurate monthly and final utility bills by the deadline; and provide customer service that is empathetic and kind, yet firm when needed.

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.

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).

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)


• Two (2) years of experience performing customer service, billing and/or collections responsibilities, OR six (6) months as an Account Clerk I


• Please Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of some of the requirements above, 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 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• First aid/CPR/AED certification


• Bilingual English/Spanish


• Advanced education in accounting


• Prior experience performing collections responsibilities.

Miscellaneous:

Any member of O&PE Union Local #8 who wishes to be considered for this position will need to submit a completed application by 5:00 p.m. on March 5, 2026.  Applications are available through the City website or through Human Resources.  Interested employees are encouraged to obtain a complete copy of the job description from the Human Resources Department.