Deputy Tax Clerk-County Tax Assessor
About The Position
The Deputy Tax Clerk accepts and processes transactions for various types of taxes, including motor vehicle and property tax payments, and sets up and monitors payment plan agreements. The position assists taxpayers and the public by responding to questions or directing them to the appropriate person. It collects payments and fees, submits payments, makes change, balances and inputs daily transactions, and assists internal auditors. The Deputy Tax Clerk maintains knowledge of current motor vehicle laws and regulations and sales tax laws and procedures. The position files customer records and supporting documentation, including information received from other agencies, and prepares transaction reports for the State as needed. It tracks and secures State accountable items and is personally accountable for shortages. The clerk also assists employees with more complicated transactions and trains new employees. The position participates in emergency management activities and duties during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. Extended hours and/or weekend work may be required. The required typing speed is 40 WPM. The listed hourly salary range is $16.34–$24.51, based on qualifications. The closing date is upon filling the position.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Two years of related work experience.
- Ability to type 40 WPM.
Responsibilities
- Accept and process transactions for various types of taxes, including motor vehicle and property tax payments.
- Set up and monitor payment plan agreements.
- Assist taxpayers and the public by answering questions or directing them to the appropriate person.
- Collect and submit payments and fees, make change, and balance and input daily transactions.
- Assist internal auditors.
- Maintain knowledge of current motor vehicle laws and regulations and sales tax laws and procedures.
- File customer records and supporting documentation, including information from other agencies.
- Prepare transaction reports for the State as needed.
- Track and secure State accountable items and remain personally accountable for shortages.
- Assist other employees with complicated transactions and train new employees.
- Participate in emergency management activities during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
Benefits
- Membership in the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS) for full-time and part-time employees.
- A wide range of benefits for full-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
