The Foreclosure Revenue Deputy collects delinquent taxes, and processes and records receipts to the Treasurer’s various accounts to assure their accuracy and completeness.

The County Treasurer collects taxes from various sources among its constituents and allocates those to a wide variety of taxing districts. This position’s focus is on collecting delinquent real, personal property and manufactured home taxes, including foreclosure and distraint actions of properties in tax delinquency. The position is also responsible for filing and managing claims to the bankruptcy court. The position is responsible for receipting and accounting of these funds and allocating them to the proper accounts. The work involves the use of computer-based accounting systems and property tax databases. Customer service and communication skills are important as a Foreclosure Revenue Deputy.

The following examples of duties and accountabilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position. Employee must comply with all County and department policies, procedures, WAC’s, or other regulatory bodies.

• Delinquent Tax Collection: This accountability includes such tasks as collecting, delinquent real, personal property and manufactured homes taxes; organizing and preparing foreclosure documents and files; preparing orders for distraint or certifications; and creating and maintaining bankruptcy files. The position is required to travel throughout the county to provide communication and legal notice to homes in danger of being foreclosed on. Will review a multitude of Title reports and will identify the many elements needed for the foreclosure process.
• Revenue Accounting: This accountability includes such tasks as receiving, processing, and posting various tax payments and other cash receipts; coding and allocating payments according to appropriate taxing districts; auditing accounts and payments; reconciling accounts such as bank accounts; and assisting in annual tax billing.
• General Office Support: Tasks include processing various tax payments; real estate excise tax affidavits; issuing movement permits; and assisting taxpayers at the public service counter, on the telephone and in the field. This position also assists with the various types of conveyance of manufactured homes.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any combination of education and experience may be substituted as long as it provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required

Preferred