County Attorney

About the role

This position assists customers and performs administrative duties in the Assessor’s Office.

Responsibilities

• Records property transfers; receives and stamps deeds; maintains log of deeds processed; submits property splits to Mapping Technician; mails necessary forms; compiles sales report for public viewing.
• Enters data to computer; verifies accuracy of property and parcel information.
• Prepares and sends courtesy tax bills to new property owners.
• Calculates and compiles actual rollback tax information for auditing purposes.
• Assists the public in person and by telephone, including providing information regarding parcel numbers, addresses, size, property and building locations, appraised values, manufactured homes, legal residence, and agricultural use.
• Assists appraisers and mappers with deeds and legal residence verifications.
• Cross-trains and helps with all scenarios; works independently and is self-motivated.
• Collects monies and issues receipts.
• Processes mailing address changes for property owners as requested.
• Assists the public with using the GIS computer and obtaining maps.
• Issues mobile home permits and moving permits; collects fees and taxes; issues receipts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of various real estate forms and documents, including deeds, plats, and sales contracts.
• Skill in reading and interpreting maps and deed information.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.
• Skill in operating a computer and standard office equipment.
• Skill in dealing with the public and in oral and written communication.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).

Physical Demands

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table with intermittent standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.

Work Environment

The work is typically performed in an office setting.

Essential Safety Functions

• Comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Follow safety training and instructions provided by supervisor.
• Properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for the job.
• Immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.