Deputy Clerk Treasurer

Clear Creek County, Colorado•Georgetown, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the limited supervision of a higher-classified employee, this position is responsible for performing a variety of routine, non-routine, and sensitive bookkeeping and legal duties. The employee must perform these duties with accuracy and detail and assist the public in person and on the phone. The position also requires the ability to read and comprehend the Colorado State Statute. This position is client-facing and does not have remote flexibility.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Requires knowledge and ability to handle all routine office tasks and projects and solve unusual or unique tasks with limited assistance in the full range of job duties.
Five (5) years experience verifiable bookkeeping experience is required.
Must perform at better than average competence in general clerical and office software skills.
Must have a better-than-average understanding of bookkeeping practices and concepts.
Ability to accurately and effectively transmit and receive information necessary to accomplish goals and objectives, including effective written and oral communication; ability to keep customers, subordinates, peers, and supervisors informed; critical listening skills are a requirement.
Able to maintain courteous and effective working relationships with the public, County departments, co-workers, and other agencies.
Computer proficiency is required, as well as the ability to learn and master several software applications used within the office, including MS Office and specialized property tax accounting software.
Requires knowledge and ability to accomplish tasks or projects consistently and accurately, paying close attention to detail and in various situations.
Proficient in using other office equipment such as a 10-key adding machine or calculator, multi-function copier, and typewriter.
Must be able to handle large amounts of cash and make change accurately.
Requires the ability to maintain high professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
Must have a working telephone – can be either cell or home phone
Must pass a background check: Criminal and Financial
United States citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Such a level is generally acquired through work history in the finance industry.

Responsibilities

Process Tax Lien Redemptions, receive and receipt tax payments, provide Certificates of Taxes Due, and perform any functions related to opening or closing the office.
Prepare and process Treasurer's Deeds per Colorado Statute, including research, data entry of information, balancing monthly funds, and preparing Treasurer's Deeds under direct supervision.
Provide backup assistance to the Treasurer as needed in areas such as counter assistance, handling mail, answering telephones, and posting property tax payments in specialized software. Help prepare for the annual Tax Lien Sale.
Communicate with realtors, mortgage companies, and distressed homeowners and assist with property tax problem resolution after consultation with the treasurer.
Maintain and update filing and record-keeping systems, which could include confidential records by adherence to HIPPA guidelines for the Treasurer's Office.
Perform additional duties and special projects of technical or confidential nature as required.