Senior Cashier

Cityofnewburgh Ny; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Newburgh is seeking a Supervising Cashier responsible for handling public money and leading a team. Applicants must have a high school diploma and experience with financial transactions. This role includes supervisory duties and public interaction, ensuring accurate handling of funds.

Qualifications

• Four years’ experience in public contact work with money.
• Two years of supervisory experience required.
• Ability to detect counterfeit money and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise consolidation of receipts and prepare deposit slips.
• Receive large amounts of money for various obligations.
• Participate in checks of financial records for accuracy.

Skills

Financial accuracy

Public interaction

Supervisory skills

Integrity

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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CSEA Benefits Package

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Performs responsible work involving the receipt and accounting for public monies on a large scale; does related work as required. Assists the City Collector with the monthly closing/reconciliation of all City wide receipts; Assists the City Collector with billing; does related work as required.

DISTINQUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This is responsible public contact work involving the receipt and accounting for public monies on large scale and the coordination of the work of others engaged in these functions. The supervising cashier is responsible for the consolidation of the monies received for deposit and the maintenance of the control records of receipts. The work is performed under general supervision, and acts in the absence, of the City Collector.

EXAMPLES OF WORK; (Illustrative Only):

Supervises and participates in the consolidation of receipts and the preparation of deposit slips; Supervises and participates in the checking of control records of receipts and expenditures for arithmetic and clerical accuracy and completeness and proper extension; Receives large amounts of money over counter, by mail or electronically in payment for a wide variety of bills and obligations; Answers requests for information and conducts correspondence; Instructs employees in the specialized details of the work; Operates calculating, computing and other office machines.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of modern methods used in keeping and checking financial receipts; thorough knowledge in office terminology, procedures and equipment; thorough knowledge of business English; ability to handle money rapidly and accurately; ability to detect counterfeit money; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; ability to make arithmetic computations rapidly and accurately; ability to deal effectively with the public; ability to secure the cooperation of others; mental alertness; neatness; good judgment; a very high degree of accuracy; good hearing and eyesight; integrity; tact and courtesy; good physical condition.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Open Competitive:

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four years’ experience in public contact work involving the handling and accounting for large amounts of money, which shall include two years of supervisory experience.

For Promotion:

Two years of permanent status as a Cashier with the City of Newburgh.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Must be eligible for "bonding" by a commercial Bonding or Insuring Company.

How to Apply: Either

• In person submission of application, resume and copy of degree by appointment only (Call 845-569-7358 to schedule).
• Mail in application, resume and copy of degree by June11th, 2025 to:

City of Newburgh Human Resources Office

123 Grand St, 1St Floor

Newburgh, NY 12550

• On-line submission of application, resume and copy of degree at:

Please be aware you will receive a Signature Confirmation from [e-mail] to the email address you provide, which confirms the successful submission of your application. If you do not see this email in your inbox, please be sure to check your Spam/Junk folder.

CITY OF NEWBURGH – AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are core values to the City of Newburgh, where there is a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. These values are promoted through the daily practice of professionalism, respect, acceptance and understanding. As such, City residents along with women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, and veterans are encouraged to apply.