Administrative Clerk

Administrative Clerk

Tax Assessor

Non-Exempt

Pay: $15.47 per hour

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs technical duties in support of the property appraisal process.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Inputs all residential and commercial permit, certificates of occupancy, and mobile home decals information to database.

• Assists taxpayers and other customers by phone, email, and in person.

• Receives mobile home information, exemption applications, address changes, returns, and appeals.

• Maintains and organizes files and records.

• Researches deeds and transfer ownership.

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of modern office principles and practices.

• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.

• Knowledge of real estate documents.

• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.

• Skill in researching deeds.

• Skill in reading and interpreting maps and deeds.

• Skill in filing.

• Skill in operating a computer, calculator, and copier.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Administrative Coordinator assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include Department of Revenue regulations regarding appraisal procedures and department and county policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related technical duties. Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.

• The purpose of this position is to provide technical support for the appraisal process. Successful performance helps ensure the accuracy and completeness of data.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, taxpayers, attorneys, surveyors, real estate agents, and the general public.

• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, or provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects and climbs ladders.

• The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.

• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Ability to meet necessary requirements of Appraiser I as mandated by the Georgia Department of Revenue.