This is clerical work in the receipt, deposit and recording of cash transactions for the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department.

Employees in this class are responsible for processing payments of bills and deposits from utility customers and issuing receipts. Responsibilities include making change, validating checks, depositing cash and reconciliating payments received, and modifying customer records to reflect transactions. Duties require the operation of automated cashiering equipment and other related office machines. Supervision is received from a clerical superior who reviews work upon completion and occasionally in progress for conformance with established departmental rules and procedures.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Receives and processes payments of bills and deposits from utility customers, makes change and issues receipts.

Validates checks, deposits cash and performs reconciliations of payments received.

Modifies customer records on computer system to reflect transactions.

Operates automated cashiering equipment, calculators and other office machines.

Prepares cashier summary reports.

Responds to inquiries from utility customers concerning water and sewer charges.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Knowledge of departmental procedures in the receipt, processing and recording of cash transactions.

Knowledge of standard water and sewer utility bills and deposits.

Knowledge of business arithmetic.

Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and techniques.

Ability to perform repetitive cash transactions with speed and accuracy.

Ability to operate automated cashiering equipment.

Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

Skill in the operation of automated cashiering equipment.

NEW 10-95