"Alerted.org

Clerk IV

Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/5133184)

Apply



Clerk IV

Salary

$41,191.00 - $52,225.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

2025243309904111025OCFOJS

Department

Off Chf Financial Officer

Division

ODFS - Public Infrastruct

Opening Date

11/10/2025

Closing Date

11/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

8450-Teamsters Local 214 Detroit Principal Clerks

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

Description

Be a Part of the City You Love!

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer - Office of Departmental Financial Services division is accepting applications for a Clerk IV position.

Position Summary

The Clerk class is a non-supervisory role responsible for general office or support duties such as preparing, receiving, reviewing, and verifying documents; processing transactions; maintaining office records; and locating and compiling data or information from files and other data sources. Clerical work requires knowledge of an organization's rules and procedures and requires training, experience, or working knowledge related to the tasks to be performed. In this class, Clerks are classified as Levels I-IV, with varying degrees of responsibility. Clerks combine a practical knowledge of accounting, budget, or other financial management related clerical support functions with procedural knowledge in carrying out the goals of their particular organization.

Examples of Duties

• Reads source documents such as canceled checks, sales reports, or bills, and enters data into specific data fields using keyboards or scanners

• Operates computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information

• Checks figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes

• Classifies, records, and summarizes numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers

• Debits, credits, and totals accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software

• Receives, records, and banks cash, checks, and vouchers

• Complies with federal, state, and City policies, procedures, and regulations

• Compiles statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses

• Codes documents according to City procedures

• Reconciles or notes and reports discrepancies found in records

+ Analyze daily records related to departmental transactions for material, services and goods.

+ Collects, counts, and disburses money; does basic bookkeeping and completes banking transactions

+ Compares data with source documents or re-enters data in verification format to detect errors

+ Compiles, copies, sorts, and files records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities

+ Compiles, reviews, analyzes and records payroll time, payroll data, withholdings, benefits, and other employee related data

+ Completes and mails bills, contracts, policies, invoices, or checks

+ Creates and provides data driven statistical analyses to Supervisor and/or Managers.

+ Gathers, records, and proofreads data and other information, such as records and reports

+ Locates and corrects data entry errors or reports them to supervisors

+ Maintains and updates filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems using a computer

+ Matches order forms with invoices and records the necessary information

+ Processes and prepares documents such as expense reports, invoices, receipts, statements, or other documents

+ Provide excellent communications with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explains information, take orders, and address complaints

+ Stores completed documents in appropriate locations

+ Types, formats, proofreads, and edits correspondence and other documents using personal computers

+ Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education

For all Clerks, it is a requirement to have completed High School graduation or General Education Development (GED) certificate.

Experience

In addition to the minimum education requirements the following experience requirements also apply:

For selection, appointment to Clerk level II or higher, in addition to the minimum education requirements, more progressive levels of experience are required based on the following:

Clerk IV – at least four (4) years of paraprofessional experience in general office of clerical work. Clerks must demonstrate proficiency with integrated word processing and spreadsheet functions.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Associates Degree or currently in pursuit of Bachelor degree in the following fields of study Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Economics.

+ Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel including Pivot tables, Vlookups, HLookups, and Macros. Ability to create graphical displays to review with management.

+ Demonstrates the ability to resolve ambiguous task

+ Displays the ability to adapt to deadlines with short notice.

Equivalency

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

+ Computerized Examination: 30%

+ Interview: 50%

+ Evaluation of Training, Experience, &Personal Qualifications: 20%

+ Total of Computerized Examination, Interview and Evaluation T.E.P.: 100%

+ Detroit Residency Credit::15 Points

+ Veteran Points: 0-15 Points

LRD: 10/31/2025

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

+ Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

+ Dental

+ Vision

INSURANCE

+ Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

+ Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

+ Sick Leave

+ Vacation

+ Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ PhD/J.D.

+ No Education experience

02

How many years of paraprofessional experience do you have in general office of clerical work?

+ None

+ 1 - 3 Years

+ 4 - 7 Years

+ 8 Years or more

03

Describe your proficiency with integrated word processing and spreadsheet functions below.

04

How would you rate your Microsoft Excel skills?

+ Beginner

+ Intermediate

+ Advanced

Required Question

Employer

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

Apply

Please verify your email address Verify Email