Motor Vehicle Registrar

About the role

The purpose of this job is title processing for vehicles and mobile homes, registration processing, insurance fines collection, temporary and permanent disabled placards processing, and collection of sales tax for vehicles purchased from an out-of-state dealership or business.

Responsibilities

• Processes title applications for general public, businesses and dealerships, including in-state and out-of-state certification of title, processes registrations, tax collection, various fee collections, updates computer files, provides information on vehicle title and registration procedures, administers relevant laws and regulations, issues permanent and temporary disabled placards, and performs additional tasks as assigned.
• Requests customer identification prior to processing all transactions to insure privacy.
• Proofs documents presented for title or title transfer for accuracy according to Georgia Department of Revenue business procedures.
• Verifies document authenticity to insure documents are not forged or counterfeit.
• Provides assistance to customers via e-mail, mail, telephone and in-office inquiries concerning registrations, title and tag transfers, insurance, disabled placards, sales tax collection, and determining values of vehicles.
• Examines and returns any incorrect applications to dealerships and businesses as needed.
• Maintains records of returned title/tag applications.
• Calculates sales tax amount due for vehicles purchased from an out-of-state business.
• Calculates and collects ad valorem tax for heavy duty trucks and trailers and documentation.
• Insures all large trucks weighing over 55,000 pounds have IRS form 2290.
• Verifies and ensures accuracy of inventory (tags and decals) and revenues and is diligent in the assignment of correct plate and decal to individual vehicles (handicap plates, temporary tags and mobile home tags).
• Affords assistance to other County agents with title and tag information and provides information to law enforcement when requested.
• Performs Other Related Duties As Required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and a Vocational/Technical degree in Computer Operations, related discipline with minimum of two years of Motor Vehicle registration experience, clerical, accounting, customer service, cash handling or related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
• Must possess or have the ability to acquire Notary Public status.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a computer, typewriter, calculator, copier, etc.
• Must be able to use body members to work, move, or carry objects or materials.
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.

Skills

• Knowledge of title brands and legends, paperwork associated with title transfer including but not limited to secure dealer reassignments from Georgia and other states, secure, limited and durable powers of attorney, affidavits of repossession, inheritance, and correction, T-4 Lien release, VIN inspection form, and other documents required for processing title work.
• Knowledge of minimum engine size, speed, horsepower requirements and determine if manufactured for legal highway use relative to the titling and tagging of motor scooters and motorcycles.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of the Tax Commissioner's Office and the operations and functions of the Motor Vehicle Division.
• Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job.
• Skilled with Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus Notes and various software programs.
• Effective communication skills, including speaking and signaling people to convey or exchange information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other staff members.
• Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.
• Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.
• Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments.
• Ability to plan, organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
• Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the office.
• Ability to understand ad valorem tax laws, regulations and procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.

Benefits

Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial. Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation. As An Employer Of Choice, We Offer:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription drug plan
• Wellness Onsite Employee Wellness Center - free for employees, spouse, and children 18+
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness education and incentive programs
• Annual Wellness Fair
• Annual employee appreciation events
• Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
• Safety & Risk training and job-related vaccinations
• Family and Career Training and professional development opportunities through the Organizational Development Department
• Opportunities and Career Development via the Government Wide Learning Management System

Pay

Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well-established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community.

Schedule

Regular and predictable attendance is required. Must work cooperatively with others. When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.