Tax Administrative Assistant - Auditor (Part-Time)

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Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Division Director, performs functions related to the Auditor's statutory duties in administering Salt Lake County's property tax system.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or other closely related field, plus one (1) year of experience in a field closely related to these duties; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

Essential Functions

• Processes Real and Personal Property Appeals to the Board of Equalization (BOE) consistent with established administrative rules, statutory requirements, and policy guidelines.
• Assists in preparing instructions and training for new Board of Equalization clerical support staff.
• Serves as Clerk to the Board of Equalization, preparing all levels of notices to petitioners and other parties to the appeals.
• Prepares hearing packets.
• Enters final valuation and exemption recommendations for final approval by the Board of Equalization.
• Processes appeals to the Utah State Tax Commission.
• Coordinates record management of division records related to the BOE, including preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Scans records for archival purposes as well as utilization in the day-to-day operations of the office.
• Communicates with the public in person, over the phone, and in writing.
• Provides clerical support for the Annual May Tax Sale of delinquent properties.
• Perform a variety of other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

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Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

Work duties are typically performed in a general office setting. Some light lifting may be required