Position Summary
This is a full-time, position, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Primary responsibilities are to collect and receipt tax payments, assist with the county’s computerized tax system, perform functions of the foreclosure process and interact with local governmental entities. Will also provide information by telephone and in person to taxpayers, banks, real estate personnel, title companies, attorneys and other interested parties concerning the tax status of Jackson County properties.
Position Description
Additional Responsibilities
Some of the essential functions of this job include but are not limited to:
Education: High school graduation or equivalent, prefer advanced coursework in tax laws, accounting and data processing.
Experience: Two to three years’ experience in a capacity related to tax records and tax laws in a treasurer’s office or related setting. Includes working with computerized accounting systems and spreadsheets.
Other Requirements: Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
Easily apply by entering your personal contact information and uploading your cover letter and resume.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a non-exempt bargaining unit position with AFSCME Pay Grade H, offering excellent benefits, including investment plan options, PTO accrual and paid holidays upon hire! All other benefits including use of accrued PTO and insurance (medical/prescription/dental/vision/life and disability insurance) effective following 90 days of employment and successfully passing the probationary period.
CORE BENEFITS (provided at no cost): $30,000 Life Insurance, $30,000 AD&D; Long-Term Disability; Wellness Benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Holidays; Paid Time Off (based on length of service); Paid bereavement leave; Education Assistance of up to $3,000 annually.
Benefit eligible employees opting out fo the County's health plan with proof of other coverage are eligible for a $3,000 Cash-In-Lieu of Insurance benefit
OPTIONAL BENEFITS (cost share required): Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision; Optional Life Insurance for employee, spouse and dependent children; Short-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and/or Dependent Care); Consumerism Card; Legal Shield & ID Shield.
Full time employees are offered an Employer match of up to 5% in our Defined Contribution/401a Plan with voluntary contributions to our 457 Plan and greater than two times the employee contribution to our Retirement Health Savings Plan (RHS). The Employee contribution for the RHS Plan is $850 annually with an employer contribution of $1,950 annually.
For full benefit details, go to https://www.mijackson.org/439/Employment-Benefits
We are a Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. For details about PSLF, go to https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
We're a great place to work and great place to live - check us out!
Join our team, our values, our purpose - Proudly serve the citizens of Jackson County:
This is a full-time, position, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Primary responsibilities are to collect and receipt tax payments, assist with the county’s computerized tax system, perform functions of the foreclosure process and interact with local governmental entities. Will also provide information by telephone and in person to taxpayers, banks, real estate personnel, title companies, attorneys and other interested parties concerning the tax status of Jackson County properties.
Position Description
Additional Responsibilities
Some of the essential functions of this job include but are not limited to:
- As a Deputized Processing/Personal Server gives verbal notifications to property owners and/or those individuals with legal interest, of the foreclosure process per Public Act 123.
- Collects all delinquent tax payments and personal property taxes including assisting the County Treasurer with the auction process as directed.
- Processes passport applications and provides photos for both new passports and renewals.
- Issues dog licenses and sends out renewal notices monthly.
- Certifies deeds and land contracts for daily recording. Certifies there are no delinquent taxes.
Education: High school graduation or equivalent, prefer advanced coursework in tax laws, accounting and data processing.
Experience: Two to three years’ experience in a capacity related to tax records and tax laws in a treasurer’s office or related setting. Includes working with computerized accounting systems and spreadsheets.
Other Requirements: Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
Easily apply by entering your personal contact information and uploading your cover letter and resume.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a non-exempt bargaining unit position with AFSCME Pay Grade H, offering excellent benefits, including investment plan options, PTO accrual and paid holidays upon hire! All other benefits including use of accrued PTO and insurance (medical/prescription/dental/vision/life and disability insurance) effective following 90 days of employment and successfully passing the probationary period.
CORE BENEFITS (provided at no cost): $30,000 Life Insurance, $30,000 AD&D; Long-Term Disability; Wellness Benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Holidays; Paid Time Off (based on length of service); Paid bereavement leave; Education Assistance of up to $3,000 annually.
Benefit eligible employees opting out fo the County's health plan with proof of other coverage are eligible for a $3,000 Cash-In-Lieu of Insurance benefit
OPTIONAL BENEFITS (cost share required): Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision; Optional Life Insurance for employee, spouse and dependent children; Short-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and/or Dependent Care); Consumerism Card; Legal Shield & ID Shield.
Full time employees are offered an Employer match of up to 5% in our Defined Contribution/401a Plan with voluntary contributions to our 457 Plan and greater than two times the employee contribution to our Retirement Health Savings Plan (RHS). The Employee contribution for the RHS Plan is $850 annually with an employer contribution of $1,950 annually.
For full benefit details, go to https://www.mijackson.org/439/Employment-Benefits
We are a Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. For details about PSLF, go to https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
We're a great place to work and great place to live - check us out!
Join our team, our values, our purpose - Proudly serve the citizens of Jackson County:
- Quality & Efficiency: Our employees are committed to continuous improvement and getting the most value for the public resources entrusted to them.
- Integrity and accountability: Our employees behave in a fair and ethical manner and demonstrate a strong commitment to public services.
- Teamwork and Community: Our employees work collaboratively with each other and the community to achieve shared goals.