Clerk- Tax Assessment

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REPORTS TO: Tax Claim Bureau Director

POSITION OVERVIEW: An employee in this position performs clerical work of moderate complexity, which requires, answering phones, accurately collecting payment on delinquent real estate taxes, excellent computer and typing skills for the processing of a variety of documents, as well as good communication skills and professionalism when dealing with the public.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to education and experience that provides the required skill and knowledge is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

High school diploma or equivalent and;

Experience in the use of computers, as well as Microsoft Word and Excel Spreadsheets

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess the ability to thoroughly grasp the principles, practices, and methods of the Tax Claim Bureau. Must be well organized, accurate, and be self-motivated with the ability to work effectively and independently. Candidate must have good communication skills and patience when dealing with the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

An employee in this classification is responsible for performing assignments that are somewhat technical in nature and are carried out in accordance with administrative and Tax Claim Bureau practices, procedures and precedents, specific goals and objectives and any applicable legal standards or regulations. Specific job duties include the following:

• Answers and directs incoming calls.
• Files documents.
• High level of accuracy when accepting payments in the form of check or credit cards, as well as issuing receipts.
• Process daily mail.
• Perform a variety of recordkeeping functions.
• Operates a computer using Microsoft Word and knowledge of Excel, as well as accuracy using a calculator.
• Must possess highly effective communication skills.
• Assists the Chief Officer and Assistant as required.
• Performs additional duties as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL STANDARDS:

The work environment and physical characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, or stand for extended periods, and lift up to twenty (20) pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by the Chief Officer or the Board of Commissioners.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13