Tax Clerk - Motor Vehicle Branch - Pearland West

Brazoria County • Texas, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Motor Vehicle Department in the Tax Assessor–Collector’s Office by providing customer assistance with vehicle registration and title transfers. The position processes titles for motor vehicles and trailers, registers motor vehicles and trailers, and helps customers understand the documentation required for transactions. It may also assist the Property Tax Collections Division with collecting property tax payments.

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional hours as required. Work is performed in a traditional office environment with a usually moderate noise level. Regular attendance and being ready to begin work at the assigned location and hours are required. Duties may change and may include related tasks not specifically listed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Obtain the County Tax Office Professional (CTOP) designation through the Tax Assessor-Collectors Association of Texas within three years.
• Knowledge of county government operations; county fiscal and budgeting policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations; office procedures and systems; office equipment; basic bookkeeping; and department policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including interpreting complex information and conveying it accurately and clearly.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues, public agencies, vendors, suppliers, and the public.
• Ability to use initiative, discretion, and judgment within established procedures and guidelines; perform basic mathematical calculations; provide customer service; multitask; and operate a personal computer and software applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while processing motor vehicle and trailer titles and registrations.
• Inform and guide customers accurately and consistently about documentation required for transactions.
• Prepare and process vehicle titles for dealers.
• Stay current on applicable laws, procedures, and requirements from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and the Texas Tax Code.
• Assist the Property Tax Collections Division with collecting property tax payments as needed.
• Attend and participate in meetings and conferences as required.
• Perform related duties and maintain regular attendance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED