Treasurer Collector Specialist

Longmeadow; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Longmeadow is seeking a part-time Treasurer Collector Specialist to perform skilled administrative and records tasks in the Treasurer/Collector Office, including processing tax payments. The ideal candidate has knowledge of Massachusetts municipal finance laws and strong organizational skills.

Candidate must have a high school diploma and 3–5 years of related experience and be proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Suites, Access, and financial software.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of Massachusetts laws relating to municipal finance.
• Requires general knowledge of town operations and cash management.
• Requires ability to maintain accurate records and reports, multi-task, and provide courteous service.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and processing payments for taxes.
• Assists in supporting the operations of the Treasurer/Collector Office.
• Maintains organized records and reports with attention to detail.

Skills

Public sector finance

Cash handling

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma

3-5 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Access

Financial software

Job description

The Longmeadow Finance Department is seeking a PT Treasurer Collector Specialist: 34 hours per week. This position is responsible for performing various types of skilled administrative and record keeping services in supporting the operations of the Treasurer/Collector Office, including receiving and processing payments for taxes.

Successful candidate must have:

• Requires knowledge of Massachusetts laws relating to municipal finance. Requires general knowledge of town operations. Knowledge of cash management, account reconciliation, organization, self-direction, general accounting practices and principles, computer knowledge/skills-proficient use of Microsoft Office and Google Suites, Access, and financial software.
• Requires the ability to keep accurate records and reports. Thorough knowledge of department specific application software. Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task. Ability to maintain good public relations and to maintain effective collaborative working relationships with Town departments, department heads, fellow employees, officials and the general public and to respond in a courteous and professional manner.
• Requires computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Requires excellent planning, time management and organizational skills. Strong customer service skills.

High school diploma, and 3 to 5 years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience.

• Salary $25.10 - $26.63 per hour DOE/DOQ

The Town of Longmeadow is an Affriative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a Town and to offering equal access to career development and promotional opportunities to our Town employees.