County Clerk Bookkeeper Cashier

Lubbock County is a government entity dedicated to serving the community by managing a broad range of public services, records, and financial transactions to ensure transparency, efficiency, and accountability. The county operates various departments that handle essential civil functions, including cash handling, vital statistics, and public records management. As a local government employer, Lubbock County values professionalism, accuracy, and customer service as core components of its operations. The organization promotes a culture of safety, continuous learning, and effective communication while providing vital services that impact the daily lives of its residents.

The role is focused on precise financial management and records handling within the county clerk’s office, emphasizing the accurate receipt, balancing, and disbursement of monies. This position includes duties such as managing weekly cash receipt ledgers using software systems like Eagle and Odyssey, balancing deposits, disbursing weekly checks to the county treasurer or auditor, and applying payments received from escrow and automatic invoices. The employee will also order multiple financial reports, reconcile bank statements monthly, and notify relevant personnel regarding outstanding checks and payment issues.

The position demands close attention to detail and proficiency in office procedures, cashiering, and bookkeeping functions. Candidates serve as backups for the Cashier and Vital Statistics departments, ensuring continuity in service operations. The role also involves direct public interaction, answering inquiries, guiding clients, and assisting other departments in document preparation for filing. Additionally, the employee participates as a Safety Committee Representative and supports departmental training and mentoring efforts aimed at fostering leadership, management, and technical skills among staff.

This is a full-time position requiring an individual who is organized, capable of working independently, and able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information. The work environment requires physical activities that include sitting, standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting, with an emphasis on ergonomic safety and accessibility. The role is ideal for candidates who thrive in structured environments that emphasize process accuracy, customer service, and teamwork within a government setting. Employment benefits and compensation details are provided upon hiring, reflecting the status of a public sector career with Lubbock County.