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Associate Director, Property Tax Services Downtown
Associate Director, Property Tax Services DowntownHarris County • Houston, Mississippi, USA
Associate Director, Property Tax Services Downtown

Associate Director, Property Tax Services Downtown

Harris County • Houston, Mississippi, USA
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Description

The Associate Director Property Tax Services assists the Director to manage the Property Tax Division of the Harris County Tax Office and ensures full compliance with statutory and departmental requirements. The role drives operational excellence by defining best practices mitigating risk and optimizing processes across all Property Tax Services divisions. It oversees continuous training of employees to maintain high service standards collaborates closely with Budget Management Financial Services Treasury and Audit on day-to-day operations and manages relationships with third-party depository and merchant services vendors.

About the Tax Assessor-Collector :

The Harris County Tax Assessor-Collectors Office is essential for ensuring the proper administration of tax laws and providing vital services to the community. The office plays a key role in local government handling various financial and administrative tasks including :

  • Property Tax Collection : Assess and collect property taxes for all eligible commercial and residential property owners and entities. Calculate property taxes based on appraised values and ensure collection and distribution to the appropriate entities.
  • Motor Vehicle Services : Manage commercial and residential vehicle registration issue license plates and handle vehicle title transfers including the collection of associated fees.
  • Voter Registration : Oversee voter registration within the county issue voter registration certificates and maintain an accurate voter registration roll.
  • Additional Revenue Collection : Collecting certain fees fines and revenues related to permits or state mandates depending on the countys needs.

Duties & Responsibilities :

  • Plan direct and supervise personnel by providing training discussing career path goals monitoring work performance and providing feedback.
  • Prepares and approves transfer of misapplied funds to correct / intended accounts.
  • Maintains relationships with other Tax Office divisions external organizations and government entities for information.
  • Manages and prepares the training of new policies procedures and laws that may impact on the division.
  • Assists managers with the recruitment process training for new employees and current staff.
  • Lead and participate in committee activities with vendors and manage team transitions and processes with third party depository merchant services and property tax software vendors to ensure efficient Tax Office operations.
  • Oversee property tax collections by our third-party depository and merchant services vendors.
  • Handle escalated Property Tax issues with customers.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    you need special services or accommodations please call or email .

    This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

    Requirements

    Education and Experience :

  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration Public Administration or a related field. Relevant experience may substitute for the required education.
  • Minimum of five years of experience in property tax management with a proven track record of handling complex tax matters.
  • Five or more years of supervisory / management experience.
  • Experience in a county tax office government tax agency or municipal finance department.
  • Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

  • Knowledge of Information Technology databases and accounting system applications.
  • Proven leadership skills and ability to work independently.
  • Ability to read analyze and interpret financial data general business periodicals professional journals technical procedures and government regulations.
  • Good decision making and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to juggle multiple deadlines and initiatives which is a routine part of this role.
  • Ability to prioritize adapt quickly and identify and recommend areas in need of corrective action.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills with all levels of management.
  • Ability to work independently and function effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work special hours upon request.
  • Professional attitude and appearance.
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Excel Word Access.
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
  • NOTE : Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications .

    Preferences

    Knowledge :

  • Knowledge of payment processing and collection methods.
  • General Information

    Work Location :

  • 1001 Preston St. Houston Texas 77002
  • Work Environment :

    Work is performed primarily in an office setting subject to frequent interruptions with extensive work at a computer workstation and site visits to various Tax Offices Harris County and community facilities both outdoors and indoors.

    Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours and occasional overnight travel to conferences and training sessions may be required.

    Physical Demands :

    This role is a standard office role that requires remaining stationary for long periods of time.

    At times boxes or equipment must be transported weighing up to 30 lbs.

    It may at times involve long periods of standing walking bending reaching stretching climbing lifting or similar activities (e.g. filing delivering sorting).

    Regular application of basic skills (calculator keyboard hand tools eye / hand coordination).

    Hours :

  • Mon-Fri 7 : 45 am - 4 : 45 pm
  • Some overtime hours are required on weekdays and weekends
  • May require attendance at outside training seminars and / or conferences
  • Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

    Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

    Required Experience :

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    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Hourly Salary Salary : 33 - 37

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