Public Service Specialist – Auditor/Treasurer – Real Estate

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Public Service Specialist – Auditor/Treasurer – Real Estate

Sherburne County

• Elk River, MN GovernmentJobs.com
• October 14, 2026
  
  

Job Summary The Public Service Specialist – Real Estate position processes mortgages, deeds, plats, splits, annexations and other large land conveyances for Sherburne County. This position is responsible for calculating and collecting current and delinquent taxes, assessments, and penalties. Accurately verifying and collecting monies received from other County departments, balancing, and receipting large funds into cash drawer. In addition, this position may assist in our Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) unit and with election voting and registration duties. This position is based out of the Sherburne County Government Center in Elk River, MN. Sherburne County is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota, where you can find a nice blend of suburban and rural life. As a thriving organization fueled by people passionate about serving our community, Sherburne County strives to support and engage employees through investments in competitive compensation and equitable benefits; a culture that promotes physical and emotional wellbeing; opportunities for professional growth and a sense of honor and purpose. Learn more about our workplace culture and a brief overview of our employee benefits . Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Analyzes and scrutinizes documents such as deeds, mortgages, plats, splits, annexations and other large land conveyances for accurate and complete legal descriptions, names and dates. Calculate and collect in accordance with statue state deed tax and mortgage registration tax as well as any property taxes, green acres and any special assessments that are due on these conveyances. Verifying information on State of MN eCRV is accurate, entering sale information into tax system and routing to Assessor’s Office. Calculate and collect current and delinquent taxes, assessments, and penalties daily. Verify and balance these monies to the penny in addition to monies received from other departments within the county. Receipt large funds into cash drawer. Calculate, bill and receipt Green Acre/Rural Preserve deferred tax payback and manage collection files. Process tax forfeited land payments and confession of judgement payments. Receipt payments into Cash Drawer program for receipt. Maintain electronic balancing sheet for end of day balancing for all County departments collecting funds including property tax. Prepares county funds for bank deposit. Provide back-up for completion of mobile home tax verification. Process Standard, Real and Enhanced Driver’s License and ID’s verifying credentials and documents using the various systems to ensure accuracy and prevent fraud. In addition, process Disability Certificates and updates CDL and Medical Certifications. Assist with elections, administer absentee voting, attends necessary trainings and audits as scheduled. Maintain transfer book and Certificate of Real Estate Values (CRV) information in separate programs. Provide excellent customer service for requests at the counter, on the phone and by email. Attend meetings, trainings & education as directed to maintain professional competency. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED; and One year of post-secondary education; and Two years of experience providing administrative support in customer service, government office, or similar office environment; or Four years of experience providing administrative support in customer service, government office, or similar office environment. Work in related government agency is preferred. Supplemental Information Interviews will take place first week of November. Selected candidates will be contacted via email. Sherburne County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Medical (employee, employee spouse, employee child(ren), or family coverage). Monthly premiums for Employee only coverage are covered 100% by the county. - County Contributions to VEBA and HSA plans - Employer paid $25,000 Term Life Policy - Optional Benefits: - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Additional Supplemental Life Insurance for self, spouse and child(ren) - Short-Term Disability - Long-Term Disability - Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care Reimbursement and/or Dependent Care Reimbursement Account) - Accident Insurance - Critical Illness Insurance - Hospital Care Insurance - Deferred Compensation Plan - Tuition Reimbursement - Annual Paid Time Off accrual of 21 days to start, increasing up to a maximum of 33 days per year. - 12 paid holidays - Paid Parental Leave - On-Site Well@Work Clinic available to Sherburne County Employees and Dependents covered under our plan. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Public Employees Retirement (PERA): Part-Time employees working less than 30 hours per week, Seasonal, Temporary and Interns are not eligible for benefits.

Apply NowJob Summary The Public Service Specialist – Real Estate position processes mortgages, deeds, plats, splits, annexations and other large land conveyances for Sherburne County. This position is responsible for calculating and collecting current and delinquent taxes, assessments, and penalties. Accurately verifying and collecting monies received from other County departments, balancing, and receipting large funds into cash drawer. In addition, this position may assist in our Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) unit and with election voting and registration duties. This position is based out of the Sherburne County Government Center in Elk River, MN. Sherburne County is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota, where you can find a nice blend of suburban and rural life. As a thriving organization fueled by people passionate about serving our community, Sherburne County strives to support and engage employees through investments in competitive compensation and equitable benefits; a culture that promotes physical and emotional wellbeing; opportunities for professional growth and a sense of honor and purpose. Learn more about our workplace culture and a brief overview of our employee benefits . Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Analyzes and scrutinizes documents such as deeds, mortgages, plats, splits, annexations and other large land conveyances for accurate and complete legal descriptions, names and dates. Calculate and collect in accordance with statue state deed tax and mortgage registration tax as well as any property taxes, green acres and any special assessments that are due on these conveyances. Verifying information on State of MN eCRV is accurate, entering sale information into tax system and routing to Assessor’s Office. Calculate and collect current and delinquent taxes, assessments, and penalties daily. Verify and balance these monies to the penny in addition to monies received from other departments within the county. Receipt large funds into cash drawer. Calculate, bill and receipt Green Acre/Rural Preserve deferred tax payback and manage collection files. Process tax forfeited land payments and confession of judgement payments. Receipt payments into Cash Drawer program for receipt. Maintain electronic balancing sheet for end of day balancing for all County departments collecting funds including property tax. Prepares county funds for bank deposit. Provide back-up for completion of mobile home tax verification. Process Standard, Real and Enhanced Driver’s License and ID’s verifying credentials and documents using the various systems to ensure accuracy and prevent fraud. In addition, process Disability Certificates and updates CDL and Medical Certifications. Assist with elections, administer absentee voting, attends necessary trainings and audits as scheduled. Maintain transfer book and Certificate of Real Estate Values (CRV) information in separate programs. Provide excellent customer service for requests at the counter, on the phone and by email. Attend meetings, trainings & education as directed to maintain professional competency. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED; and One year of post-secondary education; and Two years of experience providing administrative support in customer service, government office, or similar office environment; or Four years of experience providing administrative support in customer service, government office, or similar office environment. Work in related government agency is preferred. Supplemental Information Interviews will take place first week of November. Selected candidates will be contacted via email. Sherburne County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Medical (employee, employee spouse, employee child(ren), or family coverage). Monthly premiums for Employee only coverage are covered 100% by the county. - County Contributions to VEBA and HSA plans - Employer paid $25,000 Term Life Policy - Optional Benefits: - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Additional Supplemental Life Insurance for self, spouse and child(ren) - Short-Term Disability - Long-Term Disability - Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care Reimbursement and/or Dependent Care Reimbursement Account) - Accident Insurance - Critical Illness Insurance - Hospital Care Insurance - Deferred Compensation Plan - Tuition Reimbursement - Annual Paid Time Off accrual of 21 days to start, increasing up to a maximum of 33 days per year. - 12 paid holidays - Paid Parental Leave - On-Site Well@Work Clinic available to Sherburne County Employees and Dependents covered under our plan. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Public Employees Retirement (PERA): Part-Time employees working less than 30 hours per week, Seasonal, Temporary and Interns are not eligible for benefits.