Weighmaster

Pay Schedule I, Grade 21, Regular Schedule: 40 Hours per week.

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Solid Waste Management.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under close supervision, collects money; verifies amount received. Maintains records for reconciliation, performs scale operations, and administrative tasks at yard waste, recycling, and solid waste facilities for the Baltimore County Bureau of Solid Waste.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Interacts with customers using the landfill on a daily basis.
• Screens waste in accordance with established procedures as vehicles drive onto the scale or into the Residents Drop-Off Center.
• Opens scales and weighs vehicles and creates transactions.
• Verifies county residency and compliance with other county regulations for all weighing and disposal activities.
• Maintains various logs on disposal activities.
• Receives cash, checks, and credit cards for payment of a variety of taxes, fees, and fines.
• Verifies amount received and issues receipt.
• Issues cash or check upon presentation of required authorizations.
• Receives, files, and distributes scale house items in accordance with established procedure.
• Records all transactions on a daily basis.
• Counts money and compares the amount to the amount of receipts issued.
• Prepares money for deposit or transfer.
• Operates adding machines and computers using scale house software.

• Knowledge and enforcement of departmental rules, regulations and policies
• Maintains equipment and supplies.
• May perform light typing.
• Assists in the setup of scales and databases at other sites.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Graduation from a recognized high school.
PLUS
Two years' experience in cashiering or accounting with direct responsibility for handling money.
(Additional experience in accounting or cashiering may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education in accounting may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Knowledge of cash accounting methods, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of office procedures.
• Ability to use adding machines and computers.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records of financial transactions.
• Ability to operate computers.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Full Performance)

• Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing cash handling, accounting, and reporting transactions.
• Skills in performing arithmetic computations.
• Skills in accurately recording financial transactions.
• Skills in the operation of computers.
• Skill in stablishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all contacts.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Weighmaster
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Solid Waste facilities operate Monday – Saturday. Employees will be assigned schedules of 40-hour work weeks within the working hours of one or multiple sites.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification entails frequent operation of office equipment requiring the use of coordinative and manipulative skills. Some positions may involve frequent standing. The work requires exposure to potentially hazardous materials and conditions; including adverse weather conditions.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.