Utility Billing Clerk - City of Princeton, Texas : Job Details

Salary : $40,560.00 Annually Location : Princeton, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 202100009 Department: Utilities Department Opening Date: 11/05/2024 Description This position is responsible for a variety of tasks according to assignment, prepares bills, and receives monies for utilities. This position is highly visible to the public and must be able to use effective problem-solving skills, especially during conflictive situations. This includes providing telephone and direct customer service information related to the area of assignment. Maintains and updates databases, prepares department reports, spreadsheets, and updates records and files. This position performs high-level clerical skills. Bilingual preferred (Spanish), but not required. Essential Functions

• Provides information, instruction, and/or direction by telephone or direct contact related to area of assignment; directs inquires to appropriate staff member.
• Completes service orders related to connections, disconnections, and/or transfer of water service within the City.
• Prepares fees, charges, and billing information for mailing.
• Notifies customers of monies due, account renewal or follow-up needed.
• Receives and prepares receipts for monies collected.
• Balances cash drawer and prepares bank deposits.
• Calculates and processes various adjustments (leaks credits, penalty adjustments, etc.) to customer's account were warranted.
• Responds to customer inquiries and complaints regarding billing procedures, payment arrangements, high bills, meter readings, consumption usage, rate charges, etc.
• Maintains and updates databases, spreadsheets, billing records, personal information, timesheets, records, and files.
• Researches and develops solutions to billing issues that may arise.
• Communicate with other City departments regarding interoffice procedures and requirements to ensure effective and efficient workflow.
• Performs routine clerical duties such as filing, preparing reports, mailings, and/or other office tasks.
• Orders and maintains office supplies.
• Attendance; regular and timely attendance during assigned work hours. After-hours and weekend work are required as necessary.
• Deadlines; ability to set and meet appropriate deadlines. Timely follow-up and follow-through with staff and others. Effectively multi-task and work under time pressure and deadlines.
• Communications & Record Keeping; ability to read, comprehend and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, in English. Communicate effectively and professionally with staff, volunteers, council, and others. Ability to maintain and retain all records and follow the City's record retention policy.
• Customer Service; must be professional, respectful, helpful, and polite to staff, volunteers, council members, and others at all times. All work must be performed in a timely and satisfactory manner.
• Financial; ensure all expenditures are within budget. Utilize the City's Procurement Card (P-Card) ethically and responsibly. Submit receipts monthly. Ensure all financial functions, recordkeeping, and reporting are performed timely and accurately and that records are properly created and maintained.
• Policies & Procedures; perform duties by City policies, procedures, standards, and comply with local, state, and federal law.
• Safety; follow safety policies and rules.
• Stay Current; keep up with trends and changes.
• Confidential Information; safeguard confidential information and disclose only to those in need to know .
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications High School diploma or GED equivalent, and three (3) years customer service, billing, or cashiering experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening, physical and criminal background check. Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver's License, reliable transportation, and ability to drive; maintain and provide proof of liability insurance. Have and maintain a professional, inviting, and friendly demeanor. Must have a working cell phone and the ability to respond to after-hours calls. Supplemental InformationADA COMPLIANCEPhysical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials lightweight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation. Ability to drive to and from meetings and events. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination and oral communication ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. The above describes the general nature and level of work to be performed as of the date this Job Description was last formally updated. The above is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties and assignments may be added to the list of job duties and/or required from time to time. Insurance Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Employee Benefits Pool (TML IEBP)

• Health and Dental
• Vision (AVESIS)
• Life insurance through The Standard ($15,000)
• Short-term disability insurance (Standard Insurance)
• Workers' compensation (TML)

Retirement Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

• All Regular Full-Time Employees

Time Off The City of Princeton provides:

• 15 Paid Holidays
• Bereavement
• Extended Leave
• Sick Time
• Vacation

Longevity Pay $5 per month for each entire month employed after 1-year service To learn more details, visit our