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Account Clerk, Senior

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Position Number: 6882587
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Account Clerk, Senior

Closing Date: 2/16/2026
Location: San Diego Mesa College

Pay Information:

Range 19 ($5,474.31 - $6,069.47) per month based 1.0 FTE on the current Classified Salary Schedule.

New employees will begin on Step I ($5,474.31).

Range 19 ($4,105.73 - $4,552.10) per month based 0.75 FTE on the current Classified Salary Schedule.

New employees will begin on Step I ($4,105.73).

Salary negotiation is not allowed.

Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA.

This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime).

Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents.

A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment.

The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee Collective Bargaining Agreements/Handbooks, salary schedules and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits

Position Equivalent FTE:

Position 1. 1.0 FTE
Position 2. 1.0 FTE
Position 3. .75 FTE

No. Months: 12 Months Position Number: Position 1 009709, Position 2 002545, Position 3 010309(.75 FTE)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (accrues overtime)
Position Type: Classified
Bargaining Unit: AFT - Classified Professionals
Range: 19
Department: Student Accounting

The Position:

From San Diego Mesa College President Ashanti Hands:

San Diego Mesa College seeks energetic and dedicated candidates to apply for classified positions. The College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students. As the "Leading College of Equity & Excellence", we take responsibility for equitable outcomes and work together to create successful pathways for all of our students.

As the largest college in the San Diego Community College District, the institution enjoys a solid financial standing, state of the art facilities, and a world-class faculty and staff. For 59 years, Mesa College has been on the leading edge, from offering a Community College Bachelors Degree, to the number of students transferred and graduating with an Associate Degree.

We are adding new staff, faculty and administrators who, alongside our stellar colleagues, will lead us into the future. Candidates who believe that they can demonstrate a commitment to equity and excellence by creating the conditions that matter for our students to succeed are encouraged to apply.

Applications are currently being accepted for three (3) Senior Account Clerks in the Student Accounting office, located at San Diego Mesa College. Position 1 & 2: Hours are Mon - Friday 8am - 4:30pm; Position 3: Hours are Mon-Thu 12pm - 6:30pm; Fri 8am - 2:30pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust workdays/hours based on the departments needs. Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

Classification Description:

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Desired Qualifications:

Knowledge:

Basic principles of accounting and bookkeeping.
District accounting and related procedures.
District computerized accounting systems.
District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer hardware and software. Oral and written communications skills.
Record-keeping techniques.
Technical aspects of field of specialty.

Skills and Abilities:

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Count and verify large sums of money with speed and accuracy.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Interpret district policies and apply them to a variety of situations.
Maintain statistical and financial records and prepare reports.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Operate standard office machines and equipment, including computers, calculators, and cash registers.
Perform a variety of arithmetic calculations.
Plan and organize work.
Relate effectively with people from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
Train and provide work direction and guidance to others.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Use computer applications, including spreadsheets, databases, and other relevant kinds.
Work cooperatively with others.
Work independently with little direction.

Experience:

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: graduation from high school two years experience in accounting or financial record-keeping.
One year of related district experience is desirable.

Foreign Degree:

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.

Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to rsums or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an "incomplete" application; please enter "N/A" if any section does not apply.

Complete online application;
Cover Letter;
Resume; AND
Three (3) professional references within the online application.

Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles youve written, etc). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or e-mail will not be accepted.
Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via e-mail.
All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments):

Orientation and Screening: 2/17
Tally: 2/24
Interview dates: 3/17

Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the Districts expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND,
Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

Additional Information:

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

Posting Number: CL01875

To apply, visit: https://www.sdccdjobs.com

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.