SDA / TLT Fiscal Specialist III

Job Details Salary: $32.94 - $41.75 Hourly Location: King County Courthouse - 516 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA Job Type: Term-Ltd Job Number: 2026NS27569TLT Department: KCSO - Sheriff's Office Opening Date: 07/07/2026 Closing Date: 7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: H9 : PSEU-Non-Comm's KCSO Full- or Part-Time: Full Time Hours/Week: 40 hours/week Who May Apply This role is available as a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position. TLT positions are open to everyone, including the public. We at King County celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. SDA positions are for current King County employees in career service or appointed positions who are past their probationary period. Special Duty employees will receive compensation in line with their current collective bargaining agreement. For internal KCSO employee applicants for the Special Duty Assignment – approval via your chain of command will also be required. About The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative professional to support Budget and Accounting business unit. This position will perform cashier and accounts payable functions. We are seeking candidates with excellent customer service, math and organizational skills. Duration: This is a benefits-eligible position and is expected to last approximately six to nine months. Work Location: Primarily based at the King County Courthouse at 516 3rd Ave., Seattle 98104. Work Schedule: Expect a 40-hour week, Monday through Friday. Teleworking Requirement: There is a possibility for some teleworking. You must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance of your King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. You will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where you can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Job Duties Serve as the unit cashier, collecting customer payments, processing transactions, and providing quality customer service, covering the front desk cashier window. Balance and reconcile the daily cash drawer, prepare daily receipts and deposits, and ensure accurate cash handling in accordance with established policies and procedures. Open, review and process incoming mail and documents, identifying and prioritizing time‑sensitive material while maintaining confidentiality. Process accounts payable, procurements, travel expenses, invoice assignments, and other financial documents. Maintain and file financial documentation and reports. Interpret established policies, procedures, codes, regulations and other relevant sources to internal and external customers over the telephone, in writing and in-person. Compile, research and prepare financial and administrative information from varied sources to support budget, grant, contract and other reporting requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualified candidates will have experience performing financial, accounting and fiscal support in a professional setting OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform at a high level the job duties of the position. Requirements include: High degree of mathematical skills to calculate cash count and return without technical assistance. Experience in performing cash handling, financial transactions, accounts payable, or related administrative support functions. Experience maintaining accurate financial, employee, and administrative records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external customers. Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments, adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast‑paced environment. Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Teams, SharePoint, and intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel for financial tracking, reporting, and data entry. Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and identify opportunities to improve processes and work efficiently. Desirable Qualifications Prior experience in cash handling and receipting without register. Prior experience with accounts payable and procurements. Experience working with law enforcement or other government organizations. Before You Apply Can successfully complete an in-depth background check, to include a polygraph test. Have looked over the KCSO Automatic Disqualifiers list to confirm you are a match for our team. You may need to have a vehicle to be able to drive between work locations. For KCSO employees: if applying as a special duty assignment, KCSO employees must have approval from their chain of command. Contact Information Nai Saechao, Human Resources Analyst View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Union Membership This position is represented by PSEU: Public Safety Employees Union. Benefits King County offers a highly‑competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well‑being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs: Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred‑compensation plan Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page. This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass. For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr King County Sheriff's Office