Revenue Tax Specialist - Personal Property

Job Title

Position available in the Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue.

Job Description

Performs technical, clerical, and public contact work in the administration of personal and business personal property assessments in the Personal Property and State Income Tax Section. Also assists in preparation and processing of state income and estimated tax returns. Assists with the comprehensive assessment program for the County; performs data entry and maintains, sorts, and updates records. Assists with scanning and quality assurance checks in regard to the office document imaging system. Prepares various statistical reports; receives and responds to inquiries from the general public, lawyers and other interested parties. Responsible for sending notification letters to taxpayers regarding assessment changes.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and 3 years of closely related work, preferably involving assessment of personal property or State income tax or any combination of training and experience. Requires considerable knowledge of business English and modern office procedures and equipment and the ability to maintain moderately complex records. Personal computer experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and AS-400 helpful. Must exercise considerable tact and courtesy when interacting with the public both in person and on the phone.

Supplemental Information

The incumbent must be available to work flexible hours, extended hours, and some weekends during deadlines and extremely busy times.

Physical Demands

Must be physically able to operate a variety of general office machinery and equipment including scanner, personal computers, typewriters, computer-driven data entry equipment, calculator, etc.