THE CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE SHASTA COUNTY
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY
ADMINISTRATION BRANCH
ORAL EXAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 2026
SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION REGARDING
POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE
RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED
FINAL FILING DATE: JUNE 04, 2026, AT 5:00 PM
SALARY INFORMATION
$3,376.00 – $4,308.00 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $19.48 - $24.85 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*
This position is in the United Public Employees of California (UPEC)– General bargaining unit. Please refer to the applicable bargaining unit labor agreement (Memorandum of Understanding) for potential future salary increases: Labor Agreements (MOUs) | Shasta County CA
ABOUT SHASTA COUNTY
Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) partners with the community to protect and improve the health and wellbeing of Shasta County residents. HHSA is organized into four branches: Behavioral Health & Social Services, Public Health, Economic Mobility, and a centralized Administration Services. HHSA promotes optimal health for all. The frail, the abused, the mentally ill, and those without resources look to HHSA for services and resources to meet their basic needs, and to protect their health and safety.
The Administration Services Branch includes the HHSA Director’s office, Contracts, Asset Management, Fiscal, Financial Audits and Control, Medical Billing, Payroll, Community Relations and Education, Staff Development, Internal Accountability, Compliance, and Performance, Privacy and Security, Safety, Technology, and Administrative Hearings and Civil Rights. Each of these groups support the branches to help them achieve their goals.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Under general supervision, to perform financial recordkeeping work involving the maintenance of financial and statistical records in a manual or automated environment; obtains and compares information related to department records, programs, and services; and performs related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the journey-level class in the Account Clerk series. Incumbents in this class perform financial recordkeeping work requiring training and experience in office methods and equipment and a capacity to utilize a variety of pertinent financial and statistical recordkeeping procedures, precedents, and policies. Working with less supervision within a framework of established methods and procedures, the level of work requires that incumbents choose from among a variety of alternatives in solving work problems typical of their assignments, and is distinguished from the next higher class of Senior Account Clerk in that incumbents in the latter class typically are assigned the more complex financial recordkeeping duties, or may act in a lead worker capacity over a small number of clerical staff. The Account Clerk I/II differs from the Office Assistant I/II in that the primary duties of the Account Clerk involve the application of mathematical skill and ability in the use of financial, numerical, and statistical data and information. The Office Assistant class performs a wide variety of general office support duties in which the use of mathematical ability is incidental to the primary function and most frequently performed duties.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be proficient in using MS Excel and Outlook; have at least six months of clerical accounting experience; have experience with accounts payable; exposure to an electronic document management system; and possess good communication skills. Experience using the County financial system would be a plus.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assembles, sorts, matches, checks, codes, dates, numbers, lists and logs financial and statistical data; processes items such as claims invoices, purchase orders, payments, warrants and tax statements; verifies, balances and adjusts accounts and records; receives and accounts for money; computes financial penalties; computes, adjusts, interprets and maintains payroll records; posts to and works with ledger accounts and other records; breaks out charges and allocates to appropriate source; processes information for transmittal to Data Processing; reconciles bank statements and prepares deposits; makes arithmetical calculations; prepares checks and warrants; keeps various financial and statistical records and prepares regular and special reports; operates calculating and bookkeeping machines, computer terminal and other office equipment; maintains files; may assist the public and other employees by answering questions and explaining financial and payroll procedures and financial recordkeeping requirements; maintains financial and statistical records; makes arithmetical tabulations; posts financial data by hand or computer to registers, subsidiary ledgers, expenditure and case records; code, verify, and file various financial documents; checks data in various documents for accuracy; prepares or assists in preparing statistical and fiscal reports required by state, federal, and local agencies; assists with compilation of budget information including work and time records; gathers and summarizes information from source documents or computerized reports and arranges in understandable, presentable, or prescribed format; handles money transactions such as collecting and disbursing monies and other negotiable items related to department's programs and agency operations; checks, balances, and reconciles cash statements and computerized reports; processes or assists with the processing of documents such as invoices, purchase orders, warrants, food stamps, and other records; answers telephone calls to provide, elicit, or verify information or data; may operate automated systems to produce letters, reports, summaries, notices, checks, data, spreadsheets, and standardized forms that are required for the maintenance of fiscal and statistical reports; performs other clerical duties such as typing, filing, counter service, copying, etc. on an as needed basis; performs related duties as assigned.
Note: The level and scope of the knowledge and skills listed below are related to job duties as distinguished between the two levels in the Definition section.
Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:
Knowledge of: Office methods, procedures, and equipment; methods, practices and terminology used in bookkeeping, financial and statistical recordkeeping; basic mathematics such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, and percentages; general goals and purpose of the department's programs; common word processing, spreadsheet, and database software packages.
Ability to: Make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; learn office rules, methods and policies; learn, interpret and apply pertinent financial and statistical recordkeeping procedures, precedents and policies; use good judgment in choosing among available alternatives, in recognizing scope of authority, in seeking assistance and making referrals; learn to enter and retrieve data on a computer terminal; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; calculate solutions to math problems including addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages, decimals, and fractions; compare, transcribe, track, and reconcile information between documents, accounts and ledgers; enter data quickly and accurately into automated system; compare and transcribe numbers and words accurately; locate, identify, and correct inaccurate or incomplete information; read English at a level necessary to understand procedure manuals, policy guidelines, software manuals, technical documents and reports; communicate effectively verbally, and in writing, with individuals from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds; establish and maintain effective working relationships; follow written and oral directions and instructions; perform a variety of financial, statistical, and case recordkeeping assignments; prepare and maintain accurate reports and records.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.
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One (1) year of experience comparable to that of an Account Clerk I with Shasta County;
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One (1) year of full-time clerical accounting experience performing fiscal, statistical, or case record office support work in an office environment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
Responses to the following must be submitted with a completed application.
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Do you have one (1) year of experience comparable to an Account Clerk I with Shasta County? If “Yes,” please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If “No,” type N/A.
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Do you have one (1) year of full-time clerical accounting experience performing fiscal, statistical, or case record office support work in an office environment? If “Yes,” please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If “No,” type N/A.
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I acknowledge this position may require a valid California driver's license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
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All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited to a bank account.
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Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record according to County policy.
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Reasonable accommodations may be made for those persons who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act to perform the essential functions of the position.
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As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment with Shasta County will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check (primarily completed through the taking of fingerprints). An image of your fingerprints will be captured and sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.
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Based on the results of the background investigation and criminal history check, applicants may then be provided with an offer of employment conditioned on the results of a medical examination, which includes drug/alcohol testing.
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Shasta County participates in E-Verify. For more information visit DOJ Right to Work Poster (Download PDF reader). If you do not have internet access, contact Personnel at (530) 225-5515 to request a flyer.
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In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
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Positions in this classification are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the County and the United Public Employees of California (UPEC)– General bargaining unit.
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Employees in this classification are covered under the CalPERS retirement program. Depending on the provisions of the California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and other applicable laws, an employee in this classification will be covered under one of the following CalPERS retirement formulas: (1) 2% at 55, (2) 2% at 60, or (3) 2% at 62. An employee in this classification will also contribute up to 9.5 % of their pay to this plan or will contribute such other amount to the plan as authorized by PEPRA and other applicable laws. Please visit our employees benefit page at Shasta County Employee Benefits for additional information regarding benefits and CalPERS coverage information. The provisions in this flyer and on the County website is for information purposes only. To the extent the provisions of the flyer or the County website are inconsistent with PEPRA and other applicable laws, PEPRA and other applicable laws shall govern.
Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until 5:00 p.m., on June 04, 2026. A resume and/or cover letter will be accepted in addition to the application but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as “Refer to resume and/or cover letter,” or “See attached resume and/or cover letter.” The application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.
Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.
Veterans' Credit: Veterans (as defined by California Government Code section 18973) who have been discharged from military service under conditions other than dishonorable and who receive a passing score on all components of the employment examinations (up to and including oral examinations) shall receive credit for an additional five points to be added to their final examination score. To be considered for this credit, a veteran must provide a copy of his or her discharge document (DD-214 or equivalent) and information as to the type of discharge (honorable, dishonorable, etc.) with the employment application on or before the final filing date.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.ShastaCountyCareers.com or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.
Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at (530) 225-5515; relay service (800) 735-2922; fax (530) 225-5345.
Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Shasta County is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.
SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Shasta County Personnel
1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001; (530) 225-5515
