Property Tax & Foreclosure Specialist

Washtenaw County Health Department; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Washtenaw County Treasurer's Office seeks a qualified professional to lead delinquency resolution, property inspections, and foreclosure documentation while delivering taxpayer outreach and education programs.

The role balances revenue recovery with homeowner protections, counseling residents and coordinating with community resources to develop sustainable payment plans and equitable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Michigan Public Act 123 and applicable property tax laws and foreclosure procedures
• Proficiency in specialized software, including property tax systems, GIS mapping, document imaging, EERP financial tools, and web content management.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong understanding of local government operations, real estate processes, and property record systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational precision, and recordkeeping consistency.
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations and analyze complex financial data.
• Capability to manage multiple priorities under time constraints.
• Sound independent judgment within policy and legal guidelines.
• Comfortable operating standard office and field equipment, including computer, photocopier, camera, and mobile devices.
• Resilience and focus while working under pressure and within strict legal timelines.
• Effective communication skills with diverse stakeholders, including the public, officials, and service providers.
• Professional writing and correspondence preparation
• Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Research delinquent parcels and coordinate with internal departments and local assessors.
• Conduct annual field inspections of 600-1,000 properties and prepare GIS-based documents.
• Counsels taxpayers facing foreclosure and connects to housing aid, veteran services, and financial assistance.
• Represents the Treasurer in meetings, townhalls, and presentations; promotes tax relief programs.
• Manages equity-focused initiatives such as Home for Generations and Bridge Loans; oversees eligibility and documentation.
• Identifies opportunities to enhance programs; designs new processes and presents recommendations to the County Treasurer.
• Prepares and files tax notices, redemption certificates, deeds, foreclosure motions, and related court documents.
• Participates in foreclosure hearings and assists legal counsel with materials and financial analysis.
• Responds to FOIA requests and maintains records under Public Act 123 requirements.
• Oversees the full cycle of annual foreclosure auctions.
• Assists treasury accountants with reconciliations, billing, and quarterly state reporting; manages project budgets in EERP.
• Gathers data across systems and prepares performance reports and proposals for program enhancements.
• Organizes forums with local governments, nonprofits, and civic groups focused on delinquency, foreclosure prevention, and public education.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support Treasury operations.

Skills

Public administration

Data analysis

Customer service counseling

Financial recordkeeping

Legal documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, urban planning, social sciences, social work, business, education, or related discipline

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Property tax systems

GIS mapping

Document imaging

EERP financial tools

Web content management

Job description

Washtenaw County Treasurer's Office seeks a qualified professional to lead delinquency resolution, property inspections, and foreclosure documentation while delivering taxpayer outreach and education programs.

The role balances revenue recovery with homeowner protections, counseling residents and coordinating with community resources to develop sustainable payment plans and equitable outcomes.