Job Information
Douglas County Tax Clerk in Roseburg, Oregon
Tax Clerk
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/douglasor/jobs/newprint/4628036)
Apply
Tax Clerk
Salary
$18.36 - $24.25 Hourly
Location
Courthouse - Roseburg, OR
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2024-00094
Department
Assessment & Taxation
Division
Tax
Opening Date
08/20/2024
Closing Date
9/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
THE POSITION
Management & Finance, Tax Division
Full Time Position includes excellent benefit package, PERS/OPSRP retirement and availability of deferred compensation retirement savings program.
Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only). Availability is subject to center waitlist.
This position performs complex accounting support to the activities of the Tax Division of the Management and Finance Department.
Essential Functions:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.
Provide customer service to the public by providing information related to property taxes
Answer department inquiries
Compute interest and discounts; provide pay-off information
Receive and post payments, issue receipts
Complete daily cash sheet, prepare deposits, and reconciliation
Monitor personal property and mobile home status to collect taxes
Prepare warrants
Develop and prepare notices, letters, and reports
Data entry for various tax related business
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred:
Associates Degree in accounting or related field and two years work related experience.
Four years of accounting experience
Banking experience with cash handling and teller proficiency preferred.
Required
At time of appointment, must possess valid Oregon Drivers License
Regular and consistent attendance
Computer experience
Considerable knowledge of: T ax regulations and procedures; knowledge of tax filing systems and account classifications; knowledge of standard office machines and practices; proficiency in keyboarding skills; A bility to: operate a calculator and to make arithmetic calculations of a moderately complex nature; ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and the public; works under the supervision of an administrative supervisor;S kill in: the use of modern office equipment that includes automated equipment and systems; ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; provide training to employees relating to tax/accounting systems and procedures; prepare detailed tax, fiscal, and statistical records and reports; work independently or within a team unit; efficiently organize time to meet deadlines; use judgment and maintain confidentiality in dealing with employees and the public; courteously meet and deal effectively with the public, outside agencies and employees.
SCREENING & EVALUATION
While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history background check as part of a contingent offer of employment.
To learn more about this position, please review the position classification (https://douglascounty-oregon.us/DocumentCenter/View/1158/Tax-Clerk-PDF) .
Questions? Contact Human Resources by e-mail athr@co.douglas.or.usor ph: (541) 440-4405
Questions? Contact Douglas County Human Resources athr@co.douglas.or.usor ph: (541) 440-4405
Douglas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Douglas County Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity (https://douglascounty-oregon.us/DocumentCenter/View/1640/Douglas-County-Statement-on-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-PDF)
If you require any special assistance at any point during the application or selection process and would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please e-mail a description of your request to Human Resources.
Douglas County offers a competitive benefit package for employees working in positionsbudgeted to work 30 or more hours per week. The benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, a confidential employee assistance program, deferred compensation account options, and more. Information on county-sponsored benefits can be found athttp://www.co.douglas.or.us/hr/benefits.asp. Vacation and sick leave accrual policies are described inDouglas County Personnel Rule 9 (http://www.co.douglas.or.us/hr/personnel_rules/rules/rule_09.asp) . Benefit options and leave accruals may vary if position includes membership in a collective bargaining unit (union).
Douglas County is a PERS employer. After meeting specific pre-defined service criteria, eligible employees join thePublic Employees Retirement System (http://www.oregon.gov/PERS/Pages/index.aspx) (PERS) for retirement benefits.
Please contact the Human Resources Department with questions regarding the benefits associated with this position.
ph: (541) 440-4405
hr@co.douglas.or.us
Agency
Douglas County (OR)
Address
1036 SE Douglas Ave.Room 322Roseburg, Oregon, 97470
Phone
541-464.6300541-440-4405
Website
https://douglascountyor.gov/
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email