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City of Kalamazoo

Utility Billing Coordinator

City of Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 49006

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Under general direction, is responsible for processing of Utility accounts and billing, and for monitoring the collection of delinquent accounts; performs related work as required. The employee in this position will be responsible for work involving performance of processing of Utility billings, developing and maintaining complex, accurate water and sewer billing records, account-keeping, cashiering, updating customer accounts; collection activities, bankruptcies, tax liens, and required legal procedures; requires the ability to check the condition of accounts, auditing, or related tasks.

Process new accounts, creating billing items

Create and process water and sewer bills

Processes Penalties, send Reminder and Final Notices

Update customers account records

Updating work orders

Creating delinquent orders

Verifies, analyzes accounts and assures proper billings

Conducts special investigations

Researches billing errors or omissions and calculates adjustments

Makes field inspections as needed

Prepares and sends letters to customers referencing various meter problems

Operates BS&A UB software, calculator, cash register

Considerable knowledge of Utility billing and collection policies and procedures

Good knowledge of accounting and billing systems

Basic knowledge of accounting procedures

Ability to carry out complex oral and written directions;

Working skill in data gathering and recordkeeping

Ability to accurately perform in a fast pace, high volume work environment

Three years account-keeping experience

Customer service work

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Familiarity with the water and wastewater distribution and collection operations

Minimum of three years' experience in an organization involving customer contact and correspondence

Or any combination of training and experience which provides the essential knowledge and skills

An in-house written test will also be provided for this position.

The City of Kalamazoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed and encouraged. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications listed. The City of Kalamazoo is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it. This approach will give each current and potential employee the opportunity to learn, grow and contribute to the City of Kalamazoo.

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