Deputy Clerk II

Bell County; Texas; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell County is seeking a Deputy Clerk II at the Salado Annex to join our records and customer service team. This full-time role handles complex billing issues, service inquiries, payments, and licensing transactions while delivering accurate information and courteous, professional service to the public.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of clerical or administrative experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; one year of clerical or administrative support preferred.
• Notary Public and Court Clerk credentials may be obtained after employment.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-level customer service for complex billing issues, service complaints, and payments.
• Receives payments for permits/licenses and prepares daily cash reports.
• Audits financial records, reviews information, and ensures accuracy and compliance.
• Answers phones, assists the public, and distributes mail and documents.
• Enters data into department systems and maintains inventories and purchasing documents.
• Researches information from databases and prepares reports and summaries.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Data entry

Notary public

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Deputy Clerk II# Bell County Jobs## Deputy Clerk IIApply: Salado - Annex: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 6, 2026 (12 days left to apply): JR12880Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team. **Job Description**:**The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.** * Provides high-level customer service; assists customers with complex billing issues, service complaints, account discrepancies and payment installment arrangements.* Responds to inquiries and requests from the public and other departments; provides general and specialized information regarding assigned functions that require the use of judgment, tact and sensitivity and the interpretation of policies, rules and procedures.* Receives payments for permits and/or licenses such as vehicles, trailers, motorhomes, etc..* Prepares a cash report for all receipts entered each day; makes daily deposits. Audits diverse customer or financial records, detects incorrect information, conducts interviews with involved parties, analyzes findings, and determines appropriate solutions.* Answers department telephones; provides assistance, requested documents and information; refers callers to other staff members as appropriate; and takes messages. Receives, dates, and distributes incoming mail.* Prepares varied and complex department documents, records, reports, and forms requiring knowledge of programs, policies and procedures. Initiates reports and documents based upon knowledge of department operations, reporting requirements, and established deadlines.* Researches, compiles, consolidates, and/or tabulates information; incorporates information into requested reports and other prepared materials; proofreads for accuracy and completeness; and distributes upon approval.* Maintains assigned inventories; prepares, reviews, and processes purchasing documents; prepares purchase orders for needed materials, equipment, and supplies; receives and distributes incoming supply shipments; reviews and codes invoices; and forwards for payment.* Enters information into department programs and databases; updates database information; creates new spreadsheets/files; and purges old data as appropriate. Researches information from databases and incorporates into reports, summaries, and other assignments.* Maintains department/program references such as vendor lists, Code books, training manuals, standard operating procedures; mailing lists* Reviews permit and license documents, and other pertinent information in order to verify accuracy and completeness of information and process applications for prospective applicants.* Performs related work as required.**Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:**Requires High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year of clerical or administrative support experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. **Physical Demands:** * Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.**Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):** * None.**Special Certifications and Licenses:*** Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.* Requires Notary Public. (obtained after employment)* Ability to be Bonded.* Requires Court Clerk Certifications (obtained after employment)* Ability to be Deputized **Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance**Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Additional Qualifications:**Proposed Compensation:**$20.93 - $20.93**Additional Recruiting Instruction:**Bell County reserves the right to close or extend any job posting at any time, regardless of the posted closing date.**Work Shift:**Office Hours (United States of America)Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.