Job Details

Deputy Tax Clerk

Assist with the processing and collection of district property taxes. Work under close supervision and follow established procedures to process and collect tax revenue.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices
• Ability to use calculator (10-key by touch)
• Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets and do word processing
• Proficient skills in keyboarding and file maintenance
• Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines

Experience: One year accounting experience at clerical level

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Assist with collecting revenue and posting deposits. Process and account for all tax payment transactions, including receipt of cash and making deposits. Receive and process applications for exemptions. Input tax data using computerized system. Assist with the preparation of annual tax rolls. Send out prepared tax statements, notices, and receipts. Maintain physical and computerized files and records. Assist taxpayer, officials, and public to answer questions and resolve problems. Prepare correspondence using personal computer. Receive incoming calls, answer questions, and direct calls to proper party. Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking, and bending.