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WHO WE ARE
Mason County Public Transportation Benefit Area, doing business as Mason Transit Authority (MTA), is a Public Transportation Benefit Area (PTBA) Authority, authorized in Chapter 36.57A RCW, located in Mason County, Washington. The service was approved by Mason County voters in November 1991, and MTA began providing public transportation in December 1992. The service area is all of Mason County, where road access is available, with connections to adjacent counties.
WHAT WE DO
MTA transportation services consist of Fixed Route local and regional deviated fixed routes, Worker/Driver commuter service to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) and Demand Response. These services are provided with diesel and hybrid 35' transit buses, cutaways, and vans. MTA is currently exploring alternatively fueled vehicles such as propane, hydrogen, and electric. Facilities include Johns Prairie maintenance base, the downtown Shelton Transit-Community Center, and a Belfair park and ride complex. MTA supports a network of park and ride facilities that are located throughout the County by managing and providing routine maintenance for locations owned by Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), the County or others.
OUR MISSION
We provide transportation choices that connect people, jobs, and community, increasing the quality of life in Mason County.
Overview
Under the direction of the Finance Manager the Mason Transit Authority's (MTA) Accounting Assistant position performs general accounting support through processing of accounts receivable/payable, invoicing, deposits, and assistance with monthly and annual reconciliation. This position also works closely with the Administration department as additional support as needed. Incumbents are responsible for providing excellent customer service, resolving customer concerns and questions in a timely and effective manner. Tasks and interactions frequently contain confidential/sensitive information necessitating discretion at all times.
Comprehensive benefits package includes: Mason Transit Authority offers an excellent benefit package which includes 95% employer paid Medical/Dental/Vision for employee and dependents, life, optional additional life, long-term disability, EAP, 11 paid holidays, vacation accruals based on years of service that begin at 3.69 hours per pay period (12 days per year), additional 1.69 hours of paid sick leave per pay period in addition to the required WA Paid Sick leave (total 12 days per year), two (2) 8 hour personal days per calendar year, three (3) days of bereavement leave per loss of immediate family member, Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan options, and optional Deferred Income (IRS 457 plans) retirement plans. In addition, position is eligible per permitting circumstances inclement weather pay, meeting and training pay, and education assistance.
Position is open until filled.
Supervision received from: Finance Manager
Supervision exercised over: N/A
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
FINANCE
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
OTHER FUNCTIONS
The job duties as defined are an accurate reflection of the work to be performed by this position.
This Summary Job Description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job; it is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about this job.
Mason Transit Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, veterans status, disability status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Please let Mason Transit Authority know if you need accommodations in order to participate in the application process.
Mason Transit Authority follows the requirements of the "Fair Chance Act," RCW 49. We will not inquire about prior arrests and convictions until after we determine an applicant is otherwise qualified for the position for which the applicant applied, except as allowed under RCW 49. There are specific exemptions for applicants working with children under 18 years of age, or vulnerable persons, certain financial institutions, law enforcement, and volunteers.
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KEY COMPETENCIES EXPECTED:
Competencies are defined as those measurable or observable knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors critical to success in a key job role or function. It is expected that the employee will exhibit the following key competencies:
Accountability
Adaptability/Flexibility
Customer Service
Collaboration/Teamwork
Additionally, all employees of the MTA are required to consistently demonstrate the following core competencies:
MTA CORE COMPETENCIES
Inspirational Leadership:
Takes initiative; acts decisively; creates an environment that motivates and challenges others; adapts to a variety of situations; develops fresh ideas that provide solutions to all types of workplace challenges; shares information, plans, develops, and implements our vision; promotes MTA's mission and values and models ways to achieve them.
Informed Decision Making:
Researches data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems resulting in sound solutions that, when judged over time, are aligned with MTA's vision and mission; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; identifies, assesses and manages risk while striving to attain objectives.
Transparency & Accountability:
Builds trust and respect through consistently honest and professional interactions; uses public funds and resources appropriately; approaches each situation with a clear perception of organizational and political realities; recognizes the impact of alternative courses of action; assures that effective controls are developed and maintained to ensure the integrity of the organization and its mission; seeks and builds strategic alliances and collaborative arrangements through partnerships to advance the mission of the organization; actively communicates decisions with stakeholders.
Respectful Relationships:
Helps create a work environment that embraces and appreciates diversity; treats others fairly without regard to race, sex, color, religion, or sexual orientation; recognizes differences as opportunities to learn and grow by working together; establishes and maintains constructive relationships; works to preserve the self-confidence and self-esteem of others; focuses on the situation, issue or behavior, not the person; takes initiative to make things better; models appropriate behaviors for others.
Personal Responsibility:
Demonstrates integrity, honesty and ethical behavior; personally acknowledges and accepts responsibility for meeting expectations and correcting mistakes; exhibits self-control and responds to feedback non-defensively; executes principles of workplace safety; complies with all safety policies and procedures; takes responsibility for efficient, effective use of time, equipment, and resources.
Outstanding Customer Service:
Provides accurate and timely information; understands and is responsive to our customers' objectives and needs; is accessible, provides timely and responsive replies to customer requests, e-mails, phone messages and mail; handles customer inquiries and complaints in a prompt, courteous and professional manner while adhering to rules and regulations; anticipates, assesses, responds to changing customer needs; consistently provides products and services that meet or exceed the expectations of the customers.
Compensation details: 22.2-30.21 Hourly Wage
Full Time
$122k-165k (estimate)
06/01/2024
06/29/2024
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