Assessor Clerk Recorder Technician Trainee/I/II

County of Riverside, CA • Blythe, CA

356d • $37,902 - $49,904

About The Position

The Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder's (ACR) Office seeks to fill a ACR Technician Trainee/I/II position located in Blythe. This recruitment may be used to fill other ACR Technician Trainee/I/II positions in Blythe. The selected candidate will perform technical and clerical work for the ACR Public Service Team. The ACR Technician will also respond to questions and provide information to the public. Additionally, the incumbents will be performing other related duties as required. The most competitive candidates will possess experience reviewing, interpreting, and processing legal documents, strong knowledge of basic arithmetic, and ability to explain policies and procedures. Lastly, the department seeks candidates that possess excellent customer service skills, ability to multi-task, strong analytical abilities, and experience using Microsoft Office Suite. The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is based on candidate qualifications.

Requirements

• One year of clerical experience in a field related to the major functions of the County of Riverside's ACR.
• Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required full-time experience.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures including filing and operating standard office equipment.
• Basic arithmetic skills.
• Ability to learn to review, understand, apply, and explain laws, regulations, and policies governing legal documents.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, titles, property descriptions, assessment records, and related documents.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve, research, prepare, and/or provide certified copies of legal documents, Official Records, and Vital Records.
• Assist and instruct the public in self-service research of Official Records of property ownership, deeds, liens, etc.
• Prepare copies of papers, maps, and documents; under supervision, calculate and collect fees.
• Assist with issuing applications for Marriage Licenses and perform civil marriage ceremonies.
• Assist with accepting, reviewing, and processing filing Fictitious Business Name Statements, Abandonments, Dissolutions of Partnership, Withdrawals of Partnership, and Proof of Publications.
• Review, verify, and accept legal documentation, and/or prepare supporting documents for certifying Notary Publics, Humane Officers, Registration of Process Servers, Official Photocopiers, Unlawful Detainer Assistants, Powers of Attorney, and others.
• Administer oaths and execute certifications; collect appropriate fees and submit to government agencies for final processing.
• Assist with researching and updating property assessment records.
• Gather information from property owners, contractors, and other sources.
• Check property statements, boat and aircraft declarations, and forms for accuracy, completion, and conformance with established procedures.
• Assist with preparing, computing, and entering changes to the tax roll.
• Perform a variety of clerical tasks including sorting, processing, and filing documents and records.
• Update property characteristics and attributes.
• Assist the public and other governmental agencies by phone, in person and in writing by answering routine inquiries.
• Review and scan Official Records, Vital Records, maps, and other recordable documents for archival purposes.
• Make arithmetical calculations and verify totals.

Benefits

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed