Clerk III / Cashier

Health & Human Services Comm; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services Comm is seeking a Clerk III / Cashier at the Waco Center for Youth. This role provides clerical and financial support, handles mail, receipts, and deposits, and ensures accurate filing of financial documents. The position requires careful handling of funds and coordination with the finance office.

The department emphasizes a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and career development. The posting notes a regular daytime schedule and monthly pay.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clerical and financial procedures and records administration.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license or obtain it within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, date stamp, and distribute campus mail.
• Prepare daily receipts and daily bank deposits.
• Maintain financial files and coordinate with Accounting Technician II (NRAO) or Accountant I (RBMO).
• Assist with inventory and payroll-related tasks as needed.

Skills

Clerical procedures

Financial procedures

Records administration

Postage procedures

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

10-key calculator

Job description

Posting ID22158-Posted10/14/2026-Health & Human Services Comm-Cashier Mailroom Copy Cn-Office and Administrative Support-Waco Center for Youth-Not Eligible for Telework-a. $1 - $2999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

Functional Title:Clerk III / Cashier
Job Title:Clerk III
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Cashier Mailroom Copy Cn
Posting Number:22158
Closing Date:10/28/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Office and Administrative Support
Salary Range:$2,694.33-$3,946.25
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-A-11
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:None
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 15%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Nonexempt
Facility Location:Waco Center for Youth
Job Location City:WACO
Job Location Address:3501 N 19TH ST
Other Locations:None
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Brief Job Description :

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Clerk III / Cashier reports directly to the Financial Officer at the State Hospital and provides administrative and financial support services. The Clerk III routinely performs advanced (senior-level) clerical and financial work for the financial office in areas of bookkeeping and financial activities (such as, compiling and tabulation of data), inventory audits, and mail processing; is responsible for the coordination of clerical activities including requesting materials and office supplies, handling and transporting facility documents or mail, and maintaining accurate financial files; has a working knowledge of the HHSC rules and facility policies and procedures; demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; and provides training as needed to other employees. Completion of job duties requires working under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement, and provides excellent customer service to all consumers.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs) :

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for receiving, sorting, date stamping, and distributing all campus mail from the post office. Participates in the daily run to the local post office to pick up and drop off mail.
• Receives, files, and stores completed purchase vouchers, journal vouchers (Regional facility), and deposit vouchers. Coordinates requesting materials, postage, registered mail, packages, and other office supplies with the Financial Officer.
• Assists in maintaining the storage, tracking log, and release of personal effects. Receives patients' personal effects from admissions and/or unit drop-off boxes. Performs annual escheats of patients' personal effects.
• Coordinates with the Accounting Technician II (NRAO) or Accountant I (RBMO) in distribution of payroll warrants.
• Distributes cash per patient special requests or client outings. Writes receipts to reflect the source of the funds (petty cash or trust fund) and the purpose of the payment. Receives unused funds back, reconciles the petty cash box, and communicates with the Accountant I (RBMO) the balances needed to replenish the petty cash.
• Prepares daily receipts (call in sheets) and daily bank deposits. Receives funds (cash or check) through mail or at the cashier window. Writes receipts and pulls all documentation together for the Accounting Technician II to deposit.
• Assists the Property Department on their annual asset inventory for all assets in the accounting department. Assists with canteen inventory (if one on the campus) to inventory the stock at the canteen.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) :

• Knowledge of clerial and financial procedures; of business and financial policies and procedures; and of records administration and postage procedures.
• Skill in using a personal computer; in Microsoft applications to include proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook; and in use of 10 key calculator data entry.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; to transfer clients effects or mail from one location to another; to make arithmetic computations; to communicate effectively with proper use of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic ; and to train other employees.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements, or Certifications :

• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license or obtain it no later than 90 days after