TAX CLERK-Part-Time

Performs intermediate administrative support work involving the listing and billing of individual and business real and personal property taxes, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Tax Administrator. This position will work approximately 19 hours a week.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assists property owners with questions concerning their accounts and change of addresses; explains property cards and land use property applications.
Processes transfer of ownership on real property; processes changes to be made to property including new homes, additions, removal of structures; completing land use approvals or denials.
Maintains records, updates, and assesses personal property; confirms ownership of all property; issues mobile home moving permits and maintains mobile home park information.
Investigates complaints from property owners concerning their tax bills and make corrections as necessary; process appeals and make corrections.
Verifies and processes homestead exemption applications; receives applications for Antique Autos, military exemptions for vehicles, and religious/charitable exemptions.
Prepares various reports; reviews, audits, and reconciles data; updates information in computer system; files documents.
Answers telephone and responds to inquiries, or forwards calls to appropriate personnel.
Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of the principles and terminology related to real estate and personal property taxation; general knowledge of legislation pertaining to various types of personal property; general knowledge of standard office procedures and practices; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; ability to operate standard office, word processing and data entry equipment; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED and 1-3 years' experience in Admin. Assistant/Clerical and customer service work, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
None
APPLICATION PROCESS:
All applicants must complete and submit an online application form at www.clevelandcounty.com by the closing date.
SELECTION PROCESS: Selection will be by structured interview. Applications will be reviewed to select the best qualified applicants for admission to a structured interview.
Cleveland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer