Description
ABOUT US
The City of Rapid City Finance Office is the hub of financial and administrative activity for the City. We provide comprehensive accounting services for all City-generated revenue and expenditures, while also serving as the official record-keeping office. Our responsibilities include preparing agendas and minutes for City Council meetings and managing all accounts receivable functions—including customer service, payment processing, and collections.
To learn more about our department, please visit the Finance Office.
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including employer-paid health insurance premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave time off.
Union
This position is part of the AFSCME union. Applications within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details
About The Position
We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk I to join our team of dedicated professionals. This role is responsible for recording payments, maintaining accurate records, and delivering exceptional service to internal and external customers. If you have a background in accounting and customer service and thrive in a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
About You
We are looking for a motivated, problem-solver that has experience working in an accounting office setting. Must be a team player with exceptional customer service skills and strict attention to detail.
We understand your time is valuable, so we encourage you to apply if you possess the following minimum requirements:
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Applicants Will Be Required To Complete Administrative Testing In
City Of Rapid City Benefit Summary
Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City’s full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program
Health – The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental – Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan
The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off
Vacation – At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave – City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability – City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee’s wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays – The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance
The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps
Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC
The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, click on the weblink
click here.
If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources.
ABOUT US
The City of Rapid City Finance Office is the hub of financial and administrative activity for the City. We provide comprehensive accounting services for all City-generated revenue and expenditures, while also serving as the official record-keeping office. Our responsibilities include preparing agendas and minutes for City Council meetings and managing all accounts receivable functions—including customer service, payment processing, and collections.
To learn more about our department, please visit the Finance Office.
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including employer-paid health insurance premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave time off.
Union
This position is part of the AFSCME union. Applications within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details
About The Position
We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk I to join our team of dedicated professionals. This role is responsible for recording payments, maintaining accurate records, and delivering exceptional service to internal and external customers. If you have a background in accounting and customer service and thrive in a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Accurately counts money and balances payments or department reports to accounts receivable to maintain appropriate account ledgers.
- Maintains accurate records, filing systems and confidentiality.
- Enters finalized data from receipts and other documents.
- Assists customers and accepts payments.
- Answers accounts receivable inquiries and follows up; schedules service appointments.
- Types or prints routine material and reports; maintains various databases.
- Assists with related special projects.
- Opens, balances, and reconciles parking tickets.
- Opens, balances, and reconciles night deposits.
- Possess knowledge of city demographics and the ability to recite City ordinances related to fees due to the City.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
About You
We are looking for a motivated, problem-solver that has experience working in an accounting office setting. Must be a team player with exceptional customer service skills and strict attention to detail.
We understand your time is valuable, so we encourage you to apply if you possess the following minimum requirements:
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and
- Two (2) years of related experience in accounting and customer service; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Applicants Will Be Required To Complete Administrative Testing In
- Alphanumeric Data Entry (100 KPM net of error)
- 10-Key Data Entry (134 KPM net of error)
City Of Rapid City Benefit Summary
Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City’s full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program
Health – The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental – Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan
The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off
Vacation – At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave – City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability – City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee’s wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays – The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance
The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps
Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC
The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, click on the weblink
click here.
If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources.