Clerk

AFSCME

CARBON COUNTY COURT HOUSE

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED AT THE OFFICE OF THE UNDERSIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE XII OF THE CONTROLLING AGREEMENT:

TITLE OF POSITION: Clerk

LOCATION: Tax Claim Bureau

ASSIGNED SHIFT: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (7 hour day)

RATE OF PAY:
$ 18.18 per hour

Rate for AFSCME Residual Union Employee Internal Transfers shall be based on transferee’s years of service and the wage scale applicable to the position.

TEST MAY BE ADMINISTERED

DUTIES OF ASSIGNMENT: See Attached

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB:

To perform general office duties and assist staff within the department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

• Collects, issues and receipts payments from public and distributes default and reminder notices.
• Assists bureau staff by reviewing and researching property owner information, reviewing records from other county offices, and receipting payment.
• Review, process, and receipt bidder registrations for all tax sales.
• Answers phones within department, giving tax information as requested, and/or transferring to proper department or staff member.
• Must be able to understand and explain delinquent tax information, including being able to explain tax sale process.
• Create, update, and maintain files, documents and notices by scanning and inputting information into an electronic filing system and other computer software.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works indoors in adequate work space, lighting, temperatures and ventilation.
• Works with average indoor exposure to noise, stress, but subject to frequent disruptions.
• Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Must possess ability to accurately record, convey and present information, explain procedures, follow instructions, pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.
• Must be able to sit throughout the workday, with intermittent periods of standing and walking, bending, twisting, stooping and reaching necessary to carry out job duties.
• Dexterity requirements range simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands; feet/legs; torso as necessary to carry out job duties.
• Sedentary work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of thirty-five pounds.
• Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

High school diploma or equivalency.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

1-2 years working experience in an office environment or county government. Or, any acceptable combination of equivalent training and/or experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Must be able to speak and understand the English language and to follow oral and written instructions. Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess the ability to function independently, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with public, co-workers, and others.
• Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to client information and records.
• Must possess the technical knowledge of operating personal computers, other office equipment, and computer software.
• Must possess ability to pay close attention to details, accuracy, concentrate on work and file numerically and alphabetically.
• Must possess general knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Must possess the ability to perform simple math calculations with accuracy and reasonable speed.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with staff and the general public.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.18 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18