DEPUTY CLERK TREASURER

Clear Creek County, Colorado; Georgetown (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Creek County seeks an experienced bookkeeper to support clerical and financial tasks in a client-facing role. You will read and apply Colorado statutes, process tax-related documents, and assist with public inquiries in person and by phone.

The position requires attention to detail, five years of bookkeeping experience, and proficiency with MS Office and tax software. Office work is onsite with potential special projects in a county office setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years verifiable bookkeeping experience is required.
• Ability to handle routine office tasks and solve unusual tasks with limited assistance.
• Finance industry experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process Tax Lien Redemptions, receipts, and related documents.
• Prepare and process Treasurer's Deeds per Colorado Statute under supervision.
• Provide backup support to the Treasurer (counter, mail, phones, posting payments).
• Communicate with realtors, mortgage companies, and homeowners to resolve tax issues.
• Maintain filing/records (HIPAA-adherent where applicable).
• Take on special projects of a confidential nature as needed.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Cash handling

Reading statutes

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

10-key calculator

Property tax software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Under the limited supervision of a higher-classified employee, this position is responsible for performing a variety of routine, non-routine, and sensitive bookkeeping and legal duties. The employee must perform these duties with accuracy and detail and assist the public in person and on the phone. The position also requires the ability to read and comprehend the Colorado State Statute.

This position is client-facing and does not have remote flexibility.

BENEFITS

Benefits:

Clear Creek County offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include retirement benefits, medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; county-paid life and disability insurance; flexible spending and health savings account options; paid time off, sick leave, and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources; telehealth services; and voluntary supplemental benefit offerings.

Benefit eligibility is based on position and scheduled hours; not all positions qualify for the full benefits package.

Sheriff's Office Positions Only: Enhanced retirement benefits through FPPA (Fire & Police Pension Association).

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES

• Process Tax Lien Redemptions, receive and receipt tax payments, provide Certificates of Taxes Due, and perform any functions related to opening or closing the office.
• Prepare and process Treasurer's Deeds per Colorado Statute, including research, data entry of information, balancing monthly funds, and preparing Treasurer's Deeds under direct supervision.
• Provide backup assistance to the Treasurer as needed in areas such as counter assistance, handling mail, answering telephones, and posting property tax payments in specialized software. Help prepare for the annual Tax Lien Sale.
• Communicate with realtors, mortgage companies, and distressed homeowners and assist with property tax problem resolution after consultation with the treasurer.
• Maintain and update filing and record-keeping systems, which could include confidential records by adherence to HIPPA guidelines for the Treasurer's Office.
• Perform additional duties and special projects of technical or confidential nature as required.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Requires knowledge and ability to handle all routine office tasks and projects and solve unusual or unique tasks with limited assistance in the full range of job duties.
• Such a level is generally acquired through work history in the finance industry.
• Five (5) years experience verifiable bookkeeping experience is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must perform at better than average competence in general clerical and office software skills.
• Must have a better-than-average understanding of bookkeeping practices and concepts.
• Ability to accurately and effectively transmit and receive information necessary to accomplish goals and objectives, including effective written and oral communication; ability to keep customers, subordinates, peers, and supervisors informed; critical listening skills are a requirement.
• Able to maintain courteous and effective working relationships with the public, County departments, co-workers, and other agencies.
• Computer proficiency is required, as well as the ability to learn and master several software applications used within the office, including MS Office and specialized property tax accounting software.
• Requires knowledge and ability to accomplish tasks or projects consistently and accurately, paying close attention to detail and in various situations.
• Proficient in using other office equipment such as a 10-key adding machine or calculator, multi-function copier, and typewriter.
• Must be able to handle large amounts of cash and make change accurately.
• Requires the ability to maintain high professionalism, honesty, and integrity.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a working telephone – can be either cell or home phone
• Must pass a background check: Criminal and Financial
• United States citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States

SUPERVISORY

There are no supervisory duties related to this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Requires the capability to do the following activities: standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods, lifting, carrying, reaching, grasping, pushing, and pulling. Must be physically able to lift up to 40 pounds. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Must be capable of bending and keyboarding. Speaking and hearing voice conversation is essential to job performance—clear vision at 20 inches or less and up to 20 feet or more.

POSSIBLE HEALTH RISKS SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION

N/A

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Clear Creek County provides reasonable job-related accommodations for disabled persons.

EMERGENCY DEPLOYMENT

Employees may be temporarily reassigned to perform emergency response or disaster recovery duties within their department or in other County departments during a County-declared emergency or disaster, as authorized under the Clear Creek County Employee Disaster Deployment Policy. Such assignments will align with operational needs and the employee's skills and may occur with limited notice. Deployment assignments require employee agreement, and employees will continue to receive their regular compensation in accordance with County policies and applicable labor laws during such assignments.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of requirements, duties, and responsibilities. Clear Creek County provides reasonable job-related accommodations for disabled persons.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).