Deputy Treasurer - Clerical

The Mason County Treasurer is seeking a qualified, self-motivated, and personable individual for a full-time clerical position. This position will require a detail-oriented individual who will interpret property tax law to oversee the delinquent tax administration cycle and foreclosure prevention efforts. Persons applying for this position must possess computer skills, an ability to work independently, and organized general record keeping abilities. Governmental accounting experience is a plus. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of general accounting processes, problem solving and customer service skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Only those applications which are contained in the job application packet and returned not later than 4:00pm on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 will be considered. The County of Mason is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DEPUTY TREASURER'S POSITION

I. JOB DESCRIPTION

The successful applicant will be responsible to the Treasurer for assisting in the delivery of the following constituent service functions within the Treasurer's Office:

A. Assist in the preparation of all documents and information necessary for the property tax foreclosure cycle;

B. Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for multiple bank accounts;

C. Reconcile various general ledger accounts related to the property tax foreclosure cycle on a monthly basis;

D. Manage foreclosure extension agreements and payment plan adherence;

E. Assist in the vouchering of payables;

F. Assist in the issuance of dog licenses;

G. Assist in the collection of delinquent and certain current real property taxes and the issuing of receipts for same;

H. Assist in the preparation of tax histories, tax certifications, and various State mandated reports;

I. Assist in the preparation and mailing of statutorily required delinquent tax notices;

J. Assist in the ordering of office supplies and maintaining accounts receivable, and;

K. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Treasurer.

II. JOB QUALIFICATIONS and PREREQUISITES

The successful applicant for this position should possess, at minimum, the following:

A. Personal initiative and the ability to effectively plan and organize work;

B. Ability to work independently as well as with others in a positive manner;

C. Ability to interact with the general public in a helpful and pleasant manner and work with individuals facing tax delinquency and/or foreclosure in a compassionate and confidential manner;

D. Proficient computer skills;

E. An associate’s degree in a business related field from an accredited institution or a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a related field. Educational and/ or work related experience is highly desirable in the following areas: property descriptions, property tax administration, accounting, bookkeeping and/ or computers.

F. Ability to operate and utilize the following equipment: telephone system, calculator, computer system including, but not limited to Microsoft Office and various enterprise software modules;

G. Ability to pass the standard County physical examination. This examination will be a condition of employment.

III. JOB COMPENSATION and BENEFITS

This Deputy Treasurer position is an at-will county position subject to the County Personnel Policy and other rules governing temporary and full-time employees adopted by the Mason County Board of Commissioners and the Mason County Treasurer. There will be a six (6) month orientation (probationary) period. At present, hours, compensation and benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Hours o f work are Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. except for holidays, with a one (1) hour lunch period;

B. Current compensation schedule for 2025 is:

Start .......................................................................$20.47 per hour

Satisfaction plus 6 months service.....................$20.74 per hour

Satisfaction plus 1 year service .........................$21.10 per hour

Satisfaction plus 2 years’ service........................$21.83 per hour

Satisfaction plus 3 years’ service.......................$23.09 per hour

Satisfaction plus 4 years’ service........................$24.61 per hour

Longevity pays in varying increments thereafter to a maximum of $2,500.00.

C. Generous benefits package includes, but is not limited to, employer paid vacation, holidays, sick days, MERS defined benefit pension, health insurance with premium co-pay, life insurance, optional 457, and dental/ optical/hearing reimbursement.

Health insurance premium co-pay is subject to the State caps for health insurance.

Dental/ optical/hearing reimbursement is $1,200.00 and is subject to a maximum accrual of $2,000.00

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.47 - $24.61 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25