RECEPTIONIST/DATA CLERK

Dauphin County, PA • Harrisburg, PA

124d • $16

About The Position

Dauphin County Tax Assessment is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of Receptionist/Data Clerk. The overall objective of the employee in this role is to perform the following duties: greets and accommodates, within established guidelines, answers inquiries from the public who visit or telephone the Bureau for the purpose of research or inquiry relative to unpaid real estate taxes and/or payment of delinquent real estate tax; further provides assistance as directed to assist in the maintenance of records for and of various tax sales.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or an accredited equivalency program
• Additional secretarial and computer training required
• Previous experience working in a secretarial/clerical setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively with officials, coworkers, and public, both in person, by telephone, and internet inquiries
• Understands assessment practices and taxation based on assessed property values and operate within the office guidelines for delivery of information
• Answers incoming calls and ascertains where to appropriately direct an inquiry if unable to adequately assist the caller or visitor
• Accurately processes information (data entry) to update databases
• Performs general office operations such as operating office equipment, i.e. personal computer with proprietary software and Microsoft operating systems, telephone system, fax, copier, printers, microfilm readers, and calculator
• Processes incoming and outgoing mailing as required
• Files, retrieves, and sorts alphabetically and numerically
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Starting Rate: $16.00 per hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED