Clerical

Department:

Treasurer's Office Reports to: County Treasurer Position Summary Under the supervision of the County Treasurer, the position of Finance Clerk performs a variety of responsible accounting and administrative duties to support the staff of the treasurer's office and serve the public of Atchison County. Work is performed within the framework of prescribed policies and procedures. Much of the work is confidential in nature. The employee follows objectives and policies are predetermined by the Motor Vehicle Department and the County of Atchison. Essential Functions Answers the telephone and directs calls or messages to the appropriate person; Collects real estate and property taxes, as well as other fees paid to the County Treasurer's Office; Renews motor vehicle registration and completes new vehicle title registration; Review and correct motor vehicle registration transactions for accuracy, including resolving errors in previously processed work, with an emphasis on maintaining compliance and data integrity; Assists citizens with inquiries; Prepares letters, memorandums, reports and other forms; Assists customers in estimates for motor vehicle registration; Provides information or assistance to the public in connection with departmental matters; Completes all general clerical duties: mail, filing, typing and computer applications; Complies with all county wide and departmental policies and procedures; Exhibits positive attitude towards position, co-workers, supervisory personnel and members of the general public. Secondary Functions Assists treasurer, deputy and other clerks as needed; Performs other related duties as deemed necessary or as required. Knowledge Thorough knowledge of general office procedures and practices; Knowledge of real estate transfers, legal description, or other functions of the assigned department; Knowledge of laws relating to the duties and responsibilities related to the assigned department; Knowledge of fundamental procedures in accounting; Knowledge of computerized bookkeeping systems; Thorough knowledge of computer and data entry operations; Knowledge of applicable departmental policies, procedures and regulations. Skills Problem solving including handling citizen concerns and complaints and obtaining and utilizing information from various sources to assist citizens or other employees; Skill in working with spreadsheet applications; Skill in making independent and complex decisions in performance of assigned operations; Skill in independent judgment and initiative within the areas of established policy; Skill in operating various office machines with accuracy; Skill in data entry and computer skills using Microsoft applications; Skill in set up, type, and maintain documentation with accuracy. Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; Good knowledge of mathematics, typing, filing and general office practices and procedures. Abilities Ability to concentrate and maintain good attention to detail; Ability to work with little or no supervision; Ability to oversee the maintenance of involved records and to prepare or oversee the preparation of reports from the records; Ability to establish and maintain financial records; Ability to operate a ten-key calculator, computer and related office equipment; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials and the public; Ability to use good judgment to solve problems and make decisions; Ability to follow oral and written instructions; Ability to operate a computer, copier, fax machine, and related office equipment; Ability to handle citizen concerns and complaints effectively; Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle using a valid Kansas driver's license. Required Education and/or Experience High school diploma or GED; One to two years or more experience in finance; clerical, or administrative work. Preferred Education and/or Experience Advanced education in business administration; accounting, or related field; Required Certifications and Licenses Valid Kansas Driver's License; Special Requirements Must pass background check; no felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history; Must pass post offer physical and drug screen. Working and Physical Conditions Position functions primarily in an office setting; Communicate effectively in person, on the radio or telephone; make and receive phone calls; Employee is frequently required to sit and use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and to reach with hands and arms; Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; Vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus; Mobility to complete errands, flexibility of body and manual dexterity; Hand/eye coordination adequate to use office equipment as assigned; Occasionally subject to noise in the work environment. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Updated:

March 2026 Classification -

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Primarily an office setting Required Education and/or Experience High school diploma or GED; One to two years or more experience in clerical, secretarial, or administrative work. Required Certifications and Licenses Valid Driver's License;

Special Requirements:

Must pass post offer physical and drug screen.