Job Description
The City of Santa Maria is hiring an Account Clerk I/II in Santa Maria, California, as of September 2026.
This full-time position performs a variety of complex and responsible clerical work in connection with keeping and checking financial and statistical records, with a salary range of $53,864 to $65,472 per year.
The role is an individual contributor that provides courteous and efficient service to internal and external customers while helping the department maintain accurate financial records and comply with fiscal policies and priorities.
The position may be hired at Level I or Level II depending on the operational needs of the hiring division, and the classification is currently used in multiple divisions and departments across the City.
The recruitment is continuous but may close on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., or earlier if 50 applications are received.
Salary & Compensation
$53,864 - $65,472 per year
Qualification
The City of Santa Maria is seeking candidates who can handle complex clerical financial work with accuracy and accountability.
- One or more years of experience in financial record keeping, bookkeeping, or a closely related clerical accounting field.
- Ability to perform complex and responsible clerical work involving financial and statistical records.
- Ability to provide courteous and efficient service to internal and external customers.
- Ability to maintain accurate financial records in compliance with fiscal policies and priorities.
- Ability to work under the general direction of an assigned supervisor.
- Ability to act as a lead worker for temporarily assigned employees or special projects when needed.
Who Can Apply
This position is open to applicants who meet the City of Santa Maria's qualifications for the Account Clerk I/II classification. The role may be filled at either Level I or Level II depending on the operational needs of the hiring division.
- Open to qualified applicants who meet the City of Santa Maria's Account Clerk I/II requirements.
- Position may be hired at Level I or Level II depending on the operational needs of the hiring division.
- Classification is currently used in multiple divisions and departments across the City and may be flexibly staffed at the discretion of the Department Director.
Role Responsibilities
The Account Clerk I/II performs complex clerical work that keeps the City's financial and statistical records accurate and compliant. This individual contributor role supports both internal and external customers and helps the department meet its fiscal policies and priorities.
- Perform a variety of complex and responsible clerical work in connection with keeping and checking financial and statistical records.
- Provide courteous and efficient service to both internal and external customers.
- Help the department maintain accurate financial records to ensure compliance with fiscal policies and priorities.
- Work under the general direction of an assigned supervisor.
- May act as lead worker for temporarily assigned employees or special projects.
- Supervision is not normally a responsibility of this classification.
Conditions & Requirements
Applicants should review the conditions of this full-time City of Santa Maria position before applying. The role is an individual contributor with no regular supervisory duties, though lead work may be assigned temporarily.
- Full-time position with the City of Santa Maria.
- Position may be hired at Level I or Level II depending on operational needs.
- Classification is currently in multiple divisions and departments across the City and may be flexibly staffed at the discretion of the Department Director.
Benefits
The City of Santa Maria provides a defined pay range for this full-time Account Clerk I/II position. The salary is $53,864 to $65,472 per year.
- Salary range of $53,864 to $65,472 per year.
- Full-time employment with the City of Santa Maria.
How You Will Be Evaluated
The City of Santa Maria will review applications and supplemental questions submitted through the official application portal. The recruitment may close ahead of schedule if 50 applications are received before the advertised closing date.
- Applications and supplemental questions are submitted through the official application portal.
- The advertised closing date is Friday, September 25, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare to complete the online application and supplemental questions through the official application portal.
- Online application through the official application portal.
- Supplemental questions as part of the application.
How to Apply
Apply through the City of Santa Maria's the official application portal page. Create or to your applicant account, complete the online application and supplemental questions, and submit before the deadline.
- Go to the City of Santa Maria's the official application portal page.
- Create or to your the official application portal applicant account.
- Complete the online application and supplemental questions.
- Submit your application before Friday, September 25, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., or before 50 applications are received.
Additional Information
The City of Santa Maria has provided specific details about the recruitment timeline and classification structure for this position.
About Company
The City of Santa Maria is a local government employer in Santa Maria, California.
The City hires across administration, public works, public safety, and community services, with defined pay bands and benefits for full-time staff.
City of Santa Maria is named as the hiring organisation for the Account Clerk I/II post.
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FAQs
What does the Account Clerk I/II do at the City of Santa Maria?
The Account Clerk I/II performs complex clerical work keeping and checking financial and statistical records. The role helps the department maintain accurate financial records and comply with fiscal policies, while providing courteous service to internal and external customers.
What qualifications do I need for the Account Clerk I/II position?
a suitable applicant will have one or more years of experience in financial record keeping, bookkeeping, or a closely related clerical accounting field. Applicants should also be able to handle complex clerical work and maintain accurate records under general supervision.
Is the Account Clerk I/II role supervisory?
No, supervision is not normally a responsibility of this classification. However, the Account Clerk I/II may act as a lead worker for temporarily assigned employees or special projects.
What is the salary for the Account Clerk I/II position in Santa Maria?
The salary range for this full-time position is $53,864 to $65,472 per year. The role may be hired at Level I or Level II depending on the operational needs of the hiring division.
How do I apply for the Account Clerk I/II job with the City of Santa Maria?
Apply through the City of Santa Maria's the official application portal page. Create or to your applicant account, complete the online application and supplemental questions, and submit before the deadline.
When does the Account Clerk I/II recruitment close?
The advertised closing date is Friday, September 25, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. However, the recruitment may close ahead of schedule if 50 applications are received before that date.
Where is the Account Clerk I/II position located?
The position is with the City of Santa Maria at 110 East Cook Street, Room 1, Santa Maria, CA 93454. The classification is currently used in multiple divisions and departments across the City.