Property Records Clerk: Deeds, Maps & Assessments

Marion-County,-o

Salem (OR)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Marion County Assessor's Office is seeking a detail-oriented clerical professional to support the Cartography and Administration programs. You will interpret deeds, locate properties on assessment maps, and maintain ownership records using MS Office on Windows.

Candidates should have strong customer service, data entry, and the ability to explain mapping and taxation laws to the public. Familiarity with real estate or title-related work is a plus; typical schedule Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent with strong clerical skills.
Experience with MS Office on Windows and data entry accuracy.
Ability to read and interpret maps, deeds and legal instruments.

Responsibilities

Examine and interpret legal documents to determine real property ownership.
Locate properties on assessment maps by section, township, range and tax lot number.
Update ownership records in assessment databases and provide information to the public.
Provide excellent customer service by phone, email, and in person at the counter.
Assist with researching property titles and recording changes in records.
Support cartography and administration sections and back-up clerical tasks.