Account Clerk-26249307

Account Clerk-26249307

Salary

$45,864.00 - $56,388.80 Annually

Location

County of San Diego, CA

Job Type

Regular - Full time

Job Number

26249307

Department

Air Pollution Control District

Division

Admin/Program Support AB423

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

8/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
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Job Summary

Do you have a basic understanding of accounting? Can you perform routine clerical accounting and statistical functions? If so, we have the position for you!

The County of San Diego, Air Pollution Control District (APCD) has immediate openings for:

Account Clerk

Selected candidates will be hired at Step 1 $45,864.00 of the salary range. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5

Interviews will take place the week of September 21st, 2026. Job offers for selected candidates will be made after the interviews have been completed.

Future Salary Increase:

June 2027 - 4.67% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 1.67% Market Adjustment)

About the position

Account Clerks are responsible for performing basic accounting and routine statistical functions, collecting and accounting for money, classifying data according to prescribed accounting systems, posting and balancing of subsidiary ledgers, and processing warrants, encumbrances and claims.

Ideal Candidate

The County of San Diego desires a candidate who communicates effectively, is a knowledge worker, is customer focused, values and respects others, drives to excel, demonstrates teamwork and collaboration, values continuous learning, demonstrates ethical behavior and is supportive of change.

Click here to view the complete listing of job duties and responsibilities.

Hiring Timeline and Dates

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

• Job Offer and Background Process begins shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon.

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of work experience performing bookkeeping, fiscal or statistical activities/assignments, OR,
• An associates degree from an accredited U. S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency with a minimum of twelve (12) semester units of accounting, OR,
• Completion of a certified business or accounting program from a recognized college or university.

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Condition of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

Evaluation

Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in the employment and supplemental application forms.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran's Preference Policy

The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veterans Preference Policy for additional information.

Military Skills Translator

Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please read the Military Skills Translator to access the tool.

Strategic Plan

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov).

Disaster Service Workers

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.

Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary (NMG-NCL)

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• PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING:
• Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score.
• Please note that if you are invited to a selection interview(s), your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.
• The experience indicated in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application.

Do you understand this information?

• Yes
• No

02

MEETING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Please select how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

NOTE: If you are qualifying with education, you must attach a copy of your diploma, transcripts, business or accounting certification, or certified foreign studies equivalency at the "Attachments" section of this application. If you have previously attached, you do not need to re-submit.

• I have at least one (1) year of work experience performing bookkeeping, fiscal, or statistical activities/assignments.
• I have an associates degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency with a minimum of twelve (12) semester units of accounting.
• I have a completed certified business or accounting program from a recognized college or university.
• I do NOT have any of these experiences.

03

If you indicated meeting any of the requirements to qualify for this position in the question above, you must provide detailed information regarding your experience in the Employment History of this application for a successful evaluation of your qualifications.

Failure to provide all the necessary information may result in the rejection of your application and the delay in being considered a qualified applicant for this recruitment. At this time, please update your work history if needed.

Did you provide all the necessary information to be considered a qualified applicant for this position?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience processing accounting transactions? If yes, please indicate your level of responsibility:

• Independently prepared
• Assisted in preparing
• No experience

05

Please indicate whether you have experience working independently or assisting others with any of the following: Check all that apply.

Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in this area as part of the selection process.

• Microsoft Excel
• Oracle
• Other financial systems
• I do not have experience with any of the above

06

Do you have experience processing reconciliation of accounts? If yes, please indicate your level of responsibility:

• Independently prepared
• Assisted in preparing
• No experience

07

Do you have experience with monthly and fiscal year-end reports and statements? If yes, please indicate your level of responsibility:

• Independently prepared
• Assisted in preparing
• No experience

08

Do you have work experience with cash handling?

• Yes
• No

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Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

• San Diego County website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Veteran Outreach / FFSC
• Mana de San Diego
• Family, Neighbors, Friends
• County Employee Resources Group
• College/University Career Site
• County Social Media
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Other

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If you answered "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below.

Required Question

Employer County of San Diego

Address 5500 Overland Ave., Suite 370

San Diego, California, 92123

Phone (619) 236-2191

(866) 880-9374

Website http://www.SanDiegoCounty.gov