Posted: Sep 14, 2026
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Account Technician/Financial in the Clerk of Courts

Outagamie County - Appleton, WI
Full-time
Salary: $22.61 Hourly
Application Deadline: N/A
Human Services Professional

Outagamie County

Account Technician/Financial in the Clerk of Courts

SALARY

$22.61 Hourly

LOCATION

Outagamie County Government Center 320 South Walnut Street, Appleton, WI

JOB TYPE

Full-time

JOB NUMBER

2603623

DEPARTMENT

Clerk of Courts

OPENING DATE

09/11/2026

TYPICAL WORK HOURS/SHIFT:

Monday - Friday 8AM - 4:30PM (40 hours per week) there are possibilities of overtime.

Outagamie County Core Values

Invested in Serving

Better Together

Create Progress

Support Through Compassion
 

Position Purpose

We’re looking for a reliable and personable team member with cash handling experience and a proven ability to interact professionally with the public. 
If you excel at de-escalating challenging situations and providing outstanding service, we want you on our team in the Clerk of Courts Office!


Under the supervision of the Finance Supervisor, the Account Technician ( I ) is responsible for handling, balancing and reconciling various monetary transactions related to the Clerk of Courts office

Hours:  Monday - Friday 8AM - 4:30PM (40 hours per week) there are possibilities of overtime.
Location: 320 S. Walnut St in Appleton, WI in the Outagamie County Administration Building In the Clerk of Courts Office

*This position includes the full benefits package, and you can find out more here:  https://www.outagamie.gov/Our-County/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-Information

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. 

  • Reconciles accounts and cash drawer; computes payments and/or collects, verifies and issues receipts for various fees, fines, and other court ordered payments.
  • Greets and answers questions for general public and various agencies.
  • Works with defendants to calculate and set up payment plans.
  • Enacts enforcement procedures for collections.
  • Enters data relating to transactions in State computerized data system
  • Reviews and receives filings for the courts
  • Authenticates court records and documents as appropriate.
  • Assists court personnel maintaining the court record relative to financial activity.
  • Works with court personnel, Deputy Court Clerks, law enforcement and other agencies to quash warrants, communicates other information as necessary.
  • Works with the jail to receipt in bonds.
  • Helps all areas of the Clerk of Courts with scanning in documents into the electronic system
  • Works with law enforcement in processing search warrants
  • Prepares various invoices
  • Receipts in and works with various collection agencies including State Debt Collection, Tax Intercept and other collection agencies utilized to recover outstanding debt
  • Acts as a notary public
  • Completes mass mailings
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

  • High school graduate with experience or additional course work in bookkeeping, accounting or related course work.
  • Minimum 1 year experience accurately dealing with large sums of money.
  • Minimum of 1 year working with the general public.
  • Experience with computerized systems.
  • Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

Required or Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to conform to goals, policies, and procedures of the Department as well as the Outagamie County Work Rules and Terms of Employment.
  • Ability to work effectively with co-workers, the general public and members of all socioeconomic groups by using tact, respect, diplomacy, cooperation and strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, figure simple mathematical calculations, and maintain proper bookkeeping practices.
  • Ability and skill in handling large sums of cash with accuracy.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to proficiently and accurately use the keyboard, including the 10-key number pad.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with typing.
  • Knowledge of and ability to use standard office equipment including  calculator, computer, fax, photocopier, telephone, computerized systems and various software packages.
  • Ability to organize and schedule work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers.
  • Ability to communicate, write legibly, quickly understand and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and accountability.
  • Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, use good judgment, and solve problems.
  • Knowledge of pertinent State and Federal rules and regulations.
  • Ability to maintain large filing systems.
  • Ability to walk, stoop, climb, bend, stretch; push, pull and lift up to 20 pounds, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.