FINANCIAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN

PROPERTY TAX

SALARY RANGE $31,675 - $52,693 DOQ

DEADLINE: UNTIL FILLED

Essential Functions: Processes documentation pertaining to property taxes; maintains City tax records; verifies and updates tax files from County Digest; provides information regarding property taxes, exemptions, or related issues; receives payments and posts taxes paid to tax digest; calculates finance charges; delivers fi-fa’s to court; prepares bills and delinquent notices for mailing; bills NODs (not on digest) and settles appeals; researches delinquent tax payments; processes homestead exemption applications, changes in property ownership, and liens on property; prepares information on Bankruptcy Court; prepares tax abatements from Probate Court; assists mortgage companies and attorneys with tax issues.

Must possess Customer Service Skills, 1 year previous experience and/or training involving, accounts payable, billing, office administration and customer service or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Performs customer service functions by telephone, by mail, or in person; provides information/assistance regarding City Services, procedures, documentation, fees, or other issues; distributes, processes, and/or assist customer with various forms/documentation. Performs general clerical task, including answering telephone calls, typing, making copies, sending/receiving faxes. Performs other related duties as required in the Finance Department. The employee works with some degree of independence. Must have knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures. Typing 30-35 wpm, and interact effectively with the public. Must have High School Diploma or equivalent. Spanish is a plus. Experience with Incode or similar financial software, along with local government experience preferred. E.O.E.

Health/Dental Insurance: Employee coverage is paid for by the City of Forest Park, Family coverage is $13.00 per week.

Vision Insurance: Employee coverage is paid for by the City of Forest Park, Family coverage is $2.50 per week

Life Insurance Vacation days per year 6 months – 9 years = 12 equivalent days per year

10 years – 19 years = 15 equivalent days per year

20+ years = 20 equivalent days per year

Sick days per year, = 12 equivalent days per year

Holidays = Ten paid holidays per year

Retirement