ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNICIAN - TEMP (SUMMER)

Description

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION

The purpose of this temporary classification is to perform specialized clerical and data entry work in support of the Tax Assessors Office during the summer of 2026. The position is responsible for accurately entering, processing, verifying, and maintaining property related information and documentation within the department’s computerized systems.

Notes:

• Hours for this position: Monday through Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM (approx. 40 hours per week).
• This is a temporary position during the Summer of 2026 and does not include benefits.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties 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.

• Establishes, maintains, and updates information in automated files, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Accurately enters, verifies, and updates data within computerized systems while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Maintains spreadsheets, tracking logs, listings, and other program or operational records.
• Researches information in databases, spreadsheets, and electronic files and retrieves data in requested formats.
• Performs basic mathematical calculations and verifies the accuracy of numerical data.
• Prepares, organizes, and maintains departmental files, records, and documentation.
• Retrieves files and documents upon request and researches records to obtain needed information.
• Photocopies, scans, distributes, and files documents.
• Requests information from other departments as needed to complete records and maintain accurate files.
• Purges, archives, or shreds records in accordance with established procedures.
• Operates a personal computer, telephone, copier, scanner, and other standard office equipment.
• Utilizes Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, database software, and other office applications necessary to perform assigned duties.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED; however, applicants who are currently enrolled in high school and on track to graduate may also be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to type a minimum of 45 words per minute with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to accurately enter and verify large volumes of data while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Level I proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills;
• The ability to quickly learn, retain, and apply new information with a high degree of accuracy and independence.
• Previous administrative support or data entry experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Previous data entry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately type and enter data with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Intermediate (Level II) proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to sort, filter, format, use formulas, and maintain spreadsheets.
• Basic knowledge of Georgia taxation process and terminology.
• Experience working with electronic records management systems or databases.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.

Supplemental Information

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to apply principles of persuasion and/or influence over others in coordinating activities of a project, program, or designated area of responsibility.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Whitfield County, Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.