Job Details

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Tax Collection Assistant

SALARY:

$42,439.32 - $54,891.71

DEPARTMENT:

Treasurer

Closing Date:

03/27/2024 12:00 a.m.

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime paid pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement and/or Human Resources policy

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Just cause subject to probationary period

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under direction, assists in the coordination of the collection of delinquent taxes; reviews taxes collected and the computation of various taxes; assists in conducting the annual sale of delinquent tax properties in the County; examines and analyzes tax assets and liabilities; performs related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyzes land title documents to determine appropriate contact.

Assists in the coordination and maintenance of all phases of the compilation and analysis of the tax reversion process.

Audits delinquent tax collections and the annual property sale; ensures compliance with State and local laws and regulations.

Conducts research to determine parties with an interest in identified properties.

Assists with all aspects of tax collection and the tax reversion process.

Coordinates the entering, retrieving and maintenance of tax collection information.

Examines and analyzes tax assets and liabilities; compiles information and prepares related statistical reports.

Reviews and recommends service enhancement to local entities on collection of taxes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test

• Three (3) years of experience in land title and/or foreclosures with an emphasis on research.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Policies, practices and procedures of Macomb County and the Treasurer’s Office

• Record keeping management

• Microsoft Excel, Google and BS&A programs

Skill in:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with co-workers, vendors, outside professionals, agencies and the public

Ability to:

• Exercise good judgment and initiatives in analyzing problems and making recommendations

• Analyze data and make appropriate recommendations

• Work with diverse populations and cultures

• Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign

• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language

• Speak and understand a language other than English

• Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy