Exemptions Clerk

Position Summary/Purpose:

1. To thoroughly, accurately, and timely review and process partial exemptions in accordance with the Texas Property Tax Code;

2. To perform any duties that may be necessary to insure courteous, efficient and professional service to each individual who has contact with Johnson County Appraisal District;

3. To provide accurate, timely, and courteous exemption support to the Director of Data/ARB Operations, Chief Appraiser and other district staff as needed or required.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities:

· Reviews all general homestead, over 65, disabled person or disabled veteran exemption applications for completeness and accuracy

· Reviews existing partial exemptions to maintain accuracy and eligibility

· Researches partial exemption information from various sources including but not limited to property owners, newspapers, vital statistics, warranty deeds and deeds of trust

· Processes tax ceiling transfer requests and prints certificates

· Processes and maintains deferral applications

· Updates data in computer system and file all forms

· Prints new and updated appraisal cards

· Organizes and maintains filing systems in compliance with records retention schedule

· Types/word processes correspondence, reports and forms

· Prepares special and statistical reports as needed

· Interprets normal legal documents conveying title to real estate

· May assist with office services work in processing mail and bulk mailings

· Gain knowledge of provisions of the Texas Property Tax Code and their appropriate application

· Answers telephone and either personally addresses caller needs and requests or transfers calls to appropriate personnel for handling

· Makes copies

· Faxes/mails documents, forms and correspondence

· Works under supervision

· Performs related duties as assigned and required by Director of Data/ARB Operations or Chief Appraiser

· Regular and reliable attendance

Reports to: Director of Data/ARB Operations

Supervises: None

Minimum Required Qualifications:

· Skills/Abilities

-To work productively and cooperatively with co-workers and the general public

-Neat and legible handwriting with attention to detail

-Mental alertness to detect and resolve error conditions

-To communicate effectively and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing

-To operate computer terminals/personal computers, computer printers, copiers, fax machines, calculators, and other equipment and devices competently and safely

-High levels of accuracy in word processing and data entry

-To understand and follow oral and written instructions; understand and follow departmental procedures

-To work under pressure and adhere to fluctuating schedules

· Knowledge

-Of modern office operations and practices

-Of computer terminals/personal computers and their efficient use and operation

-Of filing systems and their efficient use and maintenance

-Of applicable provisions of the Texas Property Tax Code

-Of established policies and procedures

-Of duties and services of the appraisal district

· Education/Experience

-Graduation from a standard high school or GED including courses in typing and data entry

· Other Requirements

-Commitment to teamwork and providing exceptional public service

-Must successfully pass job-related pre-employment screening and assessment measures

-Must be able to work extra hours as necessary

-Some travel may be required

-Employees are expected to follow all personnel policies as approved by the Board of Directors of the Central Appraisal District of Johnson County

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $36,000