Intern (Revenue Clerk)

City of Cullman; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Cullman is seeking a Revenue Clerk Intern to provide essential administrative, customer service, and recordkeeping support in a public-facing office.

This entry-level role involves typing, data entry, billing assistance, filing, and responding to inquiries, with opportunities to advance to full-time clerical work. Typical hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in a standard office setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Alabama Driver’s License.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must pass a drug screening to drive City of Cullman vehicles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Alabama Notary Public commission.

Responsibilities

• Performs general clerical duties including typing, data entry, filing, scanning, copying, and organizing documents.
• Answers incoming telephone calls, greets visitors, and provides information or directs inquiries to the appropriate staff member.
• Processes and maintains accurate records, including customer accounts, service requests, work orders, permits, licenses, or billing information depending on the assigned department.
• Assists with billing processes, payment collection, receipt issuance, and daily financial reconciliation.
• Responds to customer inquiries in person, by phone, or via email regarding services, accounts, fees, and procedures.
• Prepares routine correspondence, memos, reports, forms, and other documents from notes, drafts, or verbal instructions.
• Maintains and updates departmental databases, spreadsheets, and filing systems.
• Schedules appointments, maintains calendars, and coordinates service calls or work orders.
• Sorts and distributes incoming mail and prepares outgoing mail.
• Assists with record retention, archiving, and compliance with public records requests.
• Supports special projects and cross-trains in other clerical functions within the department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Organization and time management

Data entry

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Municipal record systems

Job description

City of Cullman will provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions for the City of Cullman will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Equal opportunities are provided regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. The City of Cullman will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities.

Reports to

City Clerk or immediate supervisor

Compensation

Part-time / Hourly

Description

Revenue Clerk Intern is an entry-level clerical position that provides essential administrative, customer service, and recordkeeping support. This role performs routine to moderately complex office tasks that support efficient departmental operations and excellent public service.

This position may have the opportunity to advance to a full-time, permanent position.

• Performs general clerical duties including typing, data entry, filing, scanning, copying, and organizing documents.
• Answers incoming telephone calls, greets visitors, and provides information or directs inquiries to the appropriate staff member in a courteous and professional manner.
• Processes and maintains accurate records, including customer accounts, service requests, work orders, permits, licenses, or billing information depending on the assigned department.
• Assists with billing processes, payment collection, receipt issuance, and daily financial reconciliation (where applicable).
• Responds to customer inquiries in person, by phone, or via email regarding services, accounts, fees, and procedures.
• Prepares routine correspondence, memos, reports, forms, and other documents from notes, drafts, or verbal instructions.
• Maintains and updates departmental databases, spreadsheets, and filing systems.
• Schedules appointments, maintains calendars, and coordinates service calls or work orders.
• Sorts and distributes incoming mail and prepares outgoing mail.
• Assists with record retention, archiving, and compliance with public records requests.
• Supports special projects and cross-trains in other clerical functions within the department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Alabama Driver’s License.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must pass a drug screening to drive City of Cullman vehicles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid and active Alabama Notary Public commission.

• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact professionally with the public, coworkers, and elected officials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general computer skills.
• Ability to learn and use department‑specific software and municipal record systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Basic mathematical skills for handling fees, payments, and reconciliations.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with regular public contact.
• Hours, typically Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Requires lifting boxes up to 40lbs.
• Requires extended periods of sitting or standing at a computer workstation.