Entry-Level Accounting Apprentice (Accounts Payable) - (TXdot: 2302261)

7/19/2023

Position Information

Home to SXSW, Austin City Limits (ACL) and glorious natural springs and parks, Austin, Texas is one of the

fastest growing areas in the United States, as well as the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin is the historic

state capital of Texas and is the location of the Texas Department of Transportation Headquarters. TxDOT's

Financial Management Division is seeking two part-time Accounting apprentices to join our Accounts Payable

team. The ideal candidate is a current Accounting student with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Stassney Campus:https://youtu.be/u42vEZacDgA

Minimum Salary: 17.00 Maximum Salary: 18.00 Pay Basis: Hourly

Salary Grade: A11

Work Locations:

6230 East Stassney Lane

Austin 78744

Travel: No

Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Monday-Friday 8:00-12:00

Location Flexibility: Hybrid Location Flexibility Details: Position requires 2 days in office work. Office

location is 6230 E Stassney Lane, Austin, TX 78744

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our

employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover

• Retirement Pension

• Alternative Work Schedules

• Paid Leave/Holidays

• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees

• On the Job Training

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives

• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

Position Description

Requirements:

Before applying, the applicant must complete the minimum of the Pre-Apprenticeship courses (Intro to

Account I and II, Computer Apps, and Keyboarding) for this Bookkeeping Apprenticeship.

This is an entry-level, part-time position. During the Apprenticeship, the candidate will be part of the On-the-Job

Training and ACC coursework Bookkeeping level 1 certificate track. The candidate is expected to attend at

least two semesters of courses while working for the employer. Upon completion of apprenticeship (OJT

training) and Bookkeeper Level 1 credential completion, the Apprentice will be eligible to apply for a full time

position within TxDOT.

Essential Duties:

• Assists with clearing outstanding receipts by working with internal and external customers.

• Assists with pulling documentation for Audit's for Accounts Payable.

• Coordinate with the Vendor's to update incorrect vendor information or delete vendor payments that

• posted with errors.

• Answers questions, routes messages, and provides response to calls or e-mails received from internal

• and external customers through the Financial Management Division's phone line and e-mail account.

• Maintains confidential information and records.

• Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.

• Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college,

university or educational institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Competencies:

• Research and analysis methodologies

• Maintaining effective working relationships with others

• Collecting, sorting and compiling data

• Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques,

• recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management

• Preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading

• and reviewing documents for clarity and consistency

• Using standard office equipment

• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

• Maintaining a safe working relationship

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tool

• Sitting - prolonged periods of time

• Standing-prolonged periods of time

• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment: Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all

positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

Job School

Schedule Part-time

Employee Status Temporary

Job Type Temporary Work

Job Level Non-Management

Posting Date Jul 7, 2023 Unposting Date: Ongoing

State Job Title/s: Clerk III State Job Code/s: 0059

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain

to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch

of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The

MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and

does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive

workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the

employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

How to Apply:  

Apply by sending your resume/transcript to edgar.medina@austincc.edu   He will forward your documents to employer upon review of pre-apprenticeship course completion.  If qualified, you will be contacted for an interview thereafter.  

Please review this resume building video workshops link prior to submitting your resume.  

Frequently Asked Questions: 

What is Registered Apprenticeship?

Registered Apprenticeship is a work-based training model that combines paid On-the-Job Training (OJT) with Related Technical - or “classroom” - Instruction (RTI).  Both elements of the program are completed at the same time, and apprentices are eligible to receive pay increases as certain milestones are reached.

Apprenticeship is a great tool for identifying and rewarding high-performing employees and moving them up a career ladder.  The “earn and learn” aspect of the program is greatly beneficial to the apprentices, as well, as they are able to receive a paycheck while learning skills relevant to their ultimate career goals

What are my obligations as an Apprentice?

As stated, apprenticeship is a model of training that allows individuals to work and attend training at the same time.  Since apprentices are paid staff, they first and foremost must demonstrate professional behavior and maintain eligibility for employment at all times.

As part of the apprenticeship agreement, apprentices will also be responsible for completing coursework according to the agreed upon schedule.  

The goal of the program is for all apprentices to become skilled as Bookkeepers. 

For information on how to apply for this position, contact Edgar Medina at edgar.medina@austincc.edu.