Treasurer Specialist

County of Weld; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental and Vision

Employer Contributed HSA

Medical Clinic

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Wellness Program

County Retirement

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Stipend

Job summary

Weld County is seeking a detail-oriented Clerk/Tax Specialist to support the Treasurer's Office. The role will perform complex clerical tasks, tax research, and customer service for public inquiries and investors.

Duties include processing tax payments, deed auction support, and assisting with the annual tax sale. Responsibilities cover daily revenue balancing, tax calculations, and records research, with emphasis on accuracy and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 2 years business or clerical experience in an office environment with similar duties.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree.
• Preferred: 1 year reading legal documents, statutes, or summons.
• Experience handling cash and balancing cash drawer is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Balance daily revenues and perform balancing of incoming revenues.
• Calculate taxes including fees, interest, and related charges.
• Research names/addresses/ownership in public records to respond to inquiries.
• Prepare and process certificates of tax due and related documents.
• Receive and process tax payments; respond to taxpayer questions; generate ad hoc reports.
• Assist with clerical duties for the Tax Lien Sale and tax sale processes.
• Assist with deed auction applications and investor relations.
• Prepare delinquent notices and public notices for tax sales.
• Reconcile deed escrow general ledger accounts with accounting team.
• Assist with web-editing and other treasury transactions as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Spanish bilingual

Attention to detail

Research/data entry

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Public records software

County software

Job description

Compensation Range $26.56 - $34.53 -- Job Description Summary Posted until filled. Performs a variety of complex, specialized processing, clerical, and customer service functions for the Treasurer's Office. Performs extensive research on properties, provides information related to Property Taxes to the public and Tax Lien investors. Assists with primary functions of the annual tax sale and interactions with investors on processing an application for a Deed Auction, Certificates of Ownership and redemptions.

Customer Service – 10%

• As directed, performs daily balancing of incoming revenues to the Treasurer's Office.
• Calculates taxes including fees, interest, and other related charges to the taxpayer.
• Performs research of names, addresses, and ownership within public records to respond to public inquiries.
• May prepare and process certificates of tax due, including mobile homes and associated moving permits.
• Performs functions such as receiving and processing tax payments, answers and researches taxpayer questions, provides ad hoc reports; balances daily receipts; researches returned mail problems.

Tax Sale – 15%

• Assists with clerical, customer service, and statutory duties for annual Tax Lien Sale.
• Maintains files, certificates, correspondence, and other auction related information; assists with documentation and information.
• Participates in the process to prepare delinquent tax notices, related letters, advertising list, and public notices.
• Responds and researches questions and inquiries from interested parties regarding Tax Sale.
• Participates in processing bankruptcies

Deed Auctions – 50%

• In accordance with HB24-1056 - assists with investor relations and processing deed auction applications.
• As directed, prepares statutory research of names, addresses, and ownership within public records to prepare property for Deed Auction.
• As needed, issues and balances payments related to Treasurer Deeds.
• Participates in all aspects of Treasurer online deed auctions.
• Works with accounting team to reconcile deed escrow general ledger accounts.

Other duties – 25%

• May process other types of Treasurer transactions including redemptions, mass payments, and account balancing.
• Collaborates in processing tax-roll corrections and abatements from Assessor's Office.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary.
• Assists with web-editing
• Assists accounting team with various reconciliations and projects as needed
• Assists with various Public Trustee duties

Bilingual skills in Spanish are preferred.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2 years Business or clerical experience in an office environment which includes the performance of similar duties and responsibilities as a County Treasurer's Office.

Preferred Education

• Associate's Degree

Preferred Experience

• 1 year Experience reading legal documents, statutes, and summons.
• 1 year Experience handling cash and balancing cash drawer.

Skills and Abilities

Utilizing standard personal computer, software programs (including MS Word and Excel) and specialized state and County software (High proficiency) Handle multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situation (Medium proficiency) Work is accomplished with moderate supervision Follows established and detailed directions with accuracy and overall adequacy. (High proficiency) Interact with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds (High proficiency) Arrives at decisions using analytical thought Regular attendance is required to successfully perform the duties of this position (High proficiency) Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing General office practices and procedures Read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies and standard operating procedures Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community (High proficiency) Bilingual skills in Spanish are preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

Notary Preferred.

Pre-employment Substance Screening

Pre-employment substance screening is required for this position. This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening in accordance with Weld County policy. This position is non-exempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore eligible for overtime pay. As an applicant for this position, you should be aware of Senate Bill 19-085, the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The act requires employers to announce the pay range for job openings.

Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Weld County is an equal employment opportunity employer. We ensure that all employment practices are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Weld County pledges to uphold a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, promoting fairness and dignity for all employees. We actively take affirmative action to comply with nondiscrimination policies and invite qualified individuals in need of reasonable accommodations to contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or [phone].

Company Culture & Benefits

So many elements of Weld County make us an employer of choice. Community support and impact, a place to make a difference, team unity, career growth and development, being valued, empowerment and so much more is what you will discover as an employee of Weld County. We invite you to explore joining Team Weld, a winning team! The benefits of working for Weld County extend far beyond simply earning a paycheck. There's something for everyone here at Weld County - active and healthy living opportunities, a variety of medical plans to choose from, retirement options and plenty of paid time off to spend with family and friends. We’re excited to have you consider a career with Weld County Government!

Benefits

• Health
• Dental and Vision
• Employer Contributed HSA
• Medical Clinic
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Wellness Program
• County Retirement
• PERA (Health Department only)
• 457 Retirement Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Training & Development
• Tuition Stipend
• And more!

We offer generous benefits for full-time, regular employees (30+ hours/week) and part time (20-29 hours/week) which include but not limited to: Health, Dental and Vision Employer Contributed HSA Medical Clinic Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Wellness Program County Retirement PERA (Health Department only) 457 Retirement Plan 401(k) Retirement Plan Training & Development Tuition Stipend And more!

Use the link below to get a closer look at the generous benefits offered: https://www.weld.gov/Government/County-Information/Join-Our-Team/Employee-Benefits