Cashier II

Job Title

Cashier II

Agency

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Department

Business Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience ” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.) ” to upload required documents. 

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. 

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer). 
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the applicant to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document. If you need assistance with this or any other matter, please contact us at [email protected] .

SUMMARY:

The Cashier II is responsible for providing  administrative support for all matters pertaining to Student Accounts, including but not limited to, duties in the Bursar’s Office, the Cashier area in the McDowell Admin Building.  The Cashier II accepts monetary transactions in person and by phone for payments on accounts and accepts departmental deposits from the campus community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides daily administration for functions related to institutional loans (tuition loans, emergency loans, and book vouchers).
• Reconciles and balances daily reports to assure that accounts balance. Reconciles tuition loans and reports.

• Provides assistance to students/staff  in understanding student accounts activity such as charges/payments, financial aid activity, refunds and institutional loans. Makes change for students, faculty and staff when requested.

• Trains student workers and new employees in daily office procedures.

• Processes payments for tuition/fees and housing, returned checks, student emergency loans, department deposits, and mailed payments.
• Responds to and/or directs inquiries in person, on the phone or via email regarding student accounts, refund status and student holds. Accesses student information system and works with other staff to assist in resolving issues from students, staff and the University community.
• Maintains organized systems of departmental records and/or documents. Distributes items as needed.
• Distributes checks to students/faculty and staff.
• Maintains a cashier’s account to provide change and issue cash vouchers.
• Provides general information and provides change for vending machines and departmental needs.
• Prepares a daily reconciliation of receipts for daily bank deposit.
• Maintains an extensive filing system for receipts.
• Maintains daily receipts through a computerized subsidiary ledger system.
• Issues and records disbursement of sundry receipt books.
• Sells campus parking permits and accepts payments for parking citations.

This job description shall include, but is not necessarily limited to, the above duties. May temporarily perform other duties assigned to maintain operations and services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Two (2)  years of related / relevant experience. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Good verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. 
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: None

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

Education skills and experience above and beyond the minimum that would be ideal but is not required.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

None

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.