Deputy Treasurer

Meade County; Sturgis (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Meade County in South Dakota seeks a Deputy Treasurer in the Treasurer’s Office. This full-time position provides clerical and customer service support, assists with motor vehicle transactions, tax collections, and daily office operations.

Starting wage is $22.73 per hour, non-exempt, wage grade 12, with a benefits package. The role reports to the Treasurer and involves handling payments, balancing cash, and helping the public with tax relief forms.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of state tax laws.
• Knowledge of state motor vehicles laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the provision of customer services.
• Skill in the accurate handling of cash, check, and credit card payments.
• Skill in the maintenance of files and records.
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, scanner, fax machine, printer, and copier.
• Oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance.
• Processes motor vehicle registration renewals, title transfers, handicap permits, temporary vehicle permits, etc.; orders special license plates; issues refunds for commercial plates; completes sales tax refund forms and tax freeze forms.
• Receives and processes property and mobile home tax payments.
• Balances cash drawer.
• Receives and processes daily mail, including renewals, title transfers, and tax payments.
• Maintains and updates mobile home files.
• Assists customers in completing state property tax relief forms and determines customer qualifications.
• Maintains office supply inventory and reorders as needed.
• Processes returned mail and updates addresses.
• Performs related duties.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Office software

Oral and written communication

Prioritizing and organizing

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Meade County

Deputy Treasurer
Department: Treasurer

Posting: 26-16
Posting Type: Internal & Open Announcement
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Starting Wage: $22.73/hour - Non-Exempt
Wage Grade 12
Full-Time Position with Benefit Package

Job Summary

This position provides clerical and customer service support for the operations of the Treasurer’s Office.

Major Duties

• Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance.


• Processes motor vehicle registration renewals, title transfers, handicap permits, temporary vehicle permits, etc.; orders special license plates; issues refunds for commercial plates; completes sales tax refund forms and tax freeze forms.


• Receives and processes property and mobile home tax payments.


• Balances cash drawer.


• Receives and processes daily mail, including renewals, title transfers, and tax payments.


• Maintains and updates mobile home files.


• Assists customers in completing state property tax relief forms and determines customer qualifications.


• Maintains office supply inventory and reorders as needed.


• Processes returned mail and updates addresses.


• Performs related duties.

Knowledge Required by the Position

• Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting procedures.


• Knowledge of state tax laws.


• Knowledge of state motor vehicles laws and regulations.


• Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.


• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.


• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.


• Skill in the provision of customer services.


• Skill in the accurate handling of cash, check, and credit card payments.


• Skill in the maintenance of files and records.


• Skill in the use of such office equipment as a computer, scanner, fax machine, printer, and copier.


• Oral and written communication.

Supervisory Controls

The Treasurer assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.

Guidelines

Guidelines include South Dakota codified laws and county and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

Complexity/Scope of Work

• The work consists of related clerical and customer service duties. The unique needs of each customer contribute to the complexity of the position.


• The purpose of this position is to provide clerical and customer service support for department operations. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations.

Contacts

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other county employees, representatives of state agencies, bank staff, representatives of mortgage and real estate companies, and members of the public.


• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility

None