Recorder's Assistant II

Grand Forks County; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Forks County in Grand Forks, ND, is seeking a detail-oriented Recorder’s Assistant II to join the Recorder’s Office. You will assist with recording, indexing, maintaining, and processing land and other official records while providing information and assistance to the public.

The role requires reading legal descriptions, working with electronic records and basic financial transactions, using computer systems, and delivering professional service.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2-year post high school education preferred.
• One to three years of related experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs is required.
• Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recording, indexing, maintaining, and processing county land and other official records.
• Provide information and assistance to the public.
• Read and interpret legal descriptions and work with electronic records.
• Use computer systems to support recordkeeping and public service.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Reading legal descriptions

Microsoft Office

Public service orientation

Education

Associate degree or 2-year post high school education

Tools

Records management software

Job description

Grand Forks County is seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join the Recorder’s Office as a Recorder’s Assistant II. This position assists with recording, indexing, maintaining, and processing county land and other official records while providing information and assistance to the public.

The position performs a variety of duties involving legal documents, electronic records, financial transactions, indexing systems, and public service. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with detailed information, reading legal descriptions, using computer systems, and providing professional service to the public.

To learn more about this position, please review the Position Description.

Status and Hours

Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, benefits eligible. There might be a variation to work hours and days to support the office and County needs. This position is not eligible for teleworking.

No later than October 18, 2026, for full consideration.

Applications are also available at 151 South 4th Street, North 5th Floor, Grand Forks, ND 58201.

Basic Requirements

Associate degree or 2-year post high school education is preferred. One to three years of related experience preferred. Experience in real estate, abstracting, records management, or a related field is beneficial. Experience with Microsoft Office programs is required.

Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position may be considered.

Why Work for Grand Forks County?

At Grand Forks County, employees play an important role in supporting services that impact the local community every day. In addition to meaningful work, the County offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term career stability.

Employees enjoy generous paid holidays and paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a strong retirement contribution through NDPERS. This position qualifies for the Public Safety Retirement Plan.

For more information about available benefits, please review the Grand Forks County Employee Benefits Summary.

Selection Process

Prospective employees will undergo a thorough background investigation. Each applicant’s education, training, and experience will be rated based on the required application materials submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.

Reasonable Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office, in writing, at the time of application.

The County of Grand Forks will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.