Account Clerk III - Clerk's Office Court Administration
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Account Clerk III - Clerk's Office Court Administration
Salary
$22.92 - $23.57 Hourly
Location
Boise, ID
Job Type
Full-Time with Benefits
Job Number
02834
Department
Clerk - Criminal Court
Opening Date
01/08/2026
Closing Date
1/21/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Description
Benefits
General Summary
Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community's quality of life. Our Clerk's Office team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.
We offer a competitive Total Rewards package that increases your base salary by approximately 40% , including:
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
Generous vacation and sick leave starting on day one
11 paid holidays annually
Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems, with 11.96% employer contribution
457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match, plus a 401(k)
Paid parental leave, life insurance, and robust wellness programs
Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing
If you have ever voted, filed paperwork for a court case, picked up a marriage license or applied for a permit in Ada County, we have helped you. We do our best each and every day to make sure your experiences working with our office go as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
We've worked to make this website easy to use. In many cases, you can find what you need online without having to make a trip to the courthouse or pick up the phone to call. However, we are always here and ready to help you - whether that is working with the courts, our indigent services team, looking at the county's financials or one of the many other areas we oversee.
It is our goal to provide the best service possible, and we look forward to helping you.
Learn more about Ada County Clerk's Office by visiting their website. Ada County Clerk's Office (https://adacounty.id.gov/clerk/)
REQUIRED: A Letter of Interest and updated resume required with your application to be considered for this position.
POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:
Performs technical accounting tasks to support the accurate financial operation of Ada County's Court Department. This position is responsible for reconciling and maintaining court financial records, processing payments and disbursements, in accordance with court orders and accounting procedures. Work requires attention to detail, accuracy, and frequent interaction with the public and other departments to resolve financial inquiries and ensure the integrity of court-related transactions.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
An Account Clerk III performs moderately complex and varied work under general supervision and according to pre-defined guidelines. Independently performs difficult financial record keeping tasks.
Essential Functions
Performs daily reconciliation and balancing of court related cash, check & credit card transactions received through all court departments;
Applies payments and makes adjustments to court records;
Reviews court orders related to misdemeanor probation and/or restitution;
Prepares and delivers daily bank deposits and ensures timely delivery to Treasurer's Office for secure transfer;
Processes various bank returns such as: Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF), credit card chargebacks and direct deposits;
Maintains and balances departmental cash box daily. Makes accurate change for all cashiering stations and other departments as necessary;
Prepares and send daily and monthly financial reports on all court related transactions to keep accounts in balance;
Ensures accuracy of all court financial transactions to court record and makes accurate financial adjustments to court cases including refunds, voids and reversals;
Creates and maintains point & pay accounts for cashiers;
Enters and maintains accurate direct deposit information for monthly disbursements;
Receives, applies and balances various direct payments such as copy fees, tax intercept and IDOC payments;
Researches missing, duplicate, misdirected or overpayments and takes appropriate action;
Processes weekly and monthly disbursements for fines and fees and restitution accounts and prepares checks for payment;
Audits and investigates non-redeemed issued checks. Request and prepare lost and/or duplicate checks when necessary;
Processes, tracks and disburses unclaimed property according to state requirements and deadlines;
Receives, deposits and appropriately disburses cash bonds pursuant to court orders;
Enters misdemeanor probation and restitution orders into court records; Reviews source documents to identify and reconcile discrepancies;
Works in conjunction with Prosecutor's offices on restitution orders, payments and disbursements to victims to ensure accuracy;
Furnishes information to clients, victims, and departments regarding the status of payments, disbursements, and other financial transactions;
Identifies and resolves problems for dissatisfied parties and victims and refers to appropriate staff if necessary;
Maintains accurate bookkeeping records and provides documentation for internal and external audits;
Communicates directly with court departments for all financial related matters to ensure accurate financial transactions are maintained.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
May maintain checking account balances and ensure cash balances to daily payments;
Performs related duties as required.
Job Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent;
A minimum of three years of previous accounting experience;
Completion of college level course work in accounting preferred;
Knowledge of double entry bookkeeping systems and procedures preferred;
Knowledge of modern office equipment, practices and procedures;
Knowledge of clerical methods used in keeping fiscal accounts and records;
Knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation;
Knowledge of business arithmetic;
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook;
Skill in the operation of a personal computer and 10 key calculators;
Ability to understand legal terminology;
Ability to analyze and resolve accounting problems;
Ability to handle, count, and balance large amounts of money;
Ability to follow complex verbal and written directions;
Ability to plan for and meet deadlines;
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
Ability to use appropriate telephone etiquette;
Ability to maintain confidentiality;
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in the performance of duties;
Ability to maintain cooperative working relationship with other employees.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;
May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.;
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks.
DISCLAIMER:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!
Use our Compensation Estimator Tool (https://app.powerbigov.us/view?r=eyJrIjoiZWRhZWNlOWItZjRjMy00NmM2LWI5YTctNDY4NzAzYTM3NDQ4IiwidCI6ImQ4NzFhM2Y3LTI5YTctNDFhYS1iNjczLWFiY2JhM2Q4NjUwYSJ9) to get a personalized look at what your total compensation could be including estimated salary, retirement contributions, health benefits and paid time off. This tool is designed to help prospective employees better understand the full value of working at Ada County.
Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.
Healthcare:
Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles
Post-employment health savings account
Retirement and Investments Plans:
PERSI retirement benefits
457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match
401(k)
Wellbeing Program:
Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.
Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program
Free bus pass
Paid-leave:
11 paid holidays per year
8 weeks paid Parental Leave
Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee
Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee
5 days paid bereavement leave
Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible
Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible
Optional Benefits:
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance
Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance
AFLAC
Employer
Ada County
Department
Clerk - Criminal Court
Address
200 W. Front St. Boise, Idaho, 83702
Phone
2082876900
Website
www.adacounty.id.gov
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