Lead Tax Deferment Specialist

Salary : $45,115.20 - $51,882.48 Annually
Location : Government Center, 201 N. Chestnut Street, Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 08765
Department: Tax Administration
Opening Date: 05/18/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


General Statement of Duties


Forsyth County's Tax Administration office has an opening for a Lead Tax Deferment Specialist. This position performs complex paraprofessional work in the Tax Assessor's Office, focuses on the processes of the exemption/exclusion programs, assigns tasks, trains and monitors the work of a team of Tax Deferment Specialists.

As part of the Deferral and Exemption Team, the Lead Tax Deferment Specialist would be responsible for administering the tax deferment and exemption programs available to Forsyth County taxpayers. This includes, but is not limited to, reviewing applications for eligibility for exemption, exclusion, tax relief and deferments, making a determination of the actual use of the property and how this relates to relevant tax law, and performing site visits.

The Lead Tax Deferment Specialist is responsible for explaining the application process to taxpayers as well as explaining the qualifications for all of the programs. Once an application has been processed, the Lead Tax Deferment Specialist is also responsible for defending their decisions to taxpayers, the Board of Equalization and Review, and the Property Tax Commission.

This position provides opportunities to attend classes, seminars, and workshops pertaining to NC Property Tax Legislation across the state. Potential for growth within the department.

We are currently recruiting for this position, but the position will not start until July 2026.

Distinguishing Features


A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Ability to train others.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Ability to effectively interact with employees and constituents.

Ability to lead while also working as part of a team.

Must be skilled in the use of tax software and have the ability to train and answer most questions regarding the operations of these systems.

Skilled in the use of a standard PC with Windows Operating System.

Working knowledge of statutes and policies governing exemptions and exclusions of property taxes.

Must have good time management skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize.

Must be able to adjust to change and modifications in tasks or schedule, as well as support team members through these changes.

Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors, peers, subordinates and customers by telephone, in writing or in person.

Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Ability to collaborate with others to reach a common set of goals.

Minimum Education and Experience


Graduation from high school and five years of paraprofessional experience including four years in a tax office.

A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.

Drivers License is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assist in distribution, monitoring, and quality control checking of exemption/deferment work as directed by managers.

Assists with planning projects in accordance with established Tax Office policies and deadlines.
Participates in establishing Exemption/Deferment policies and procedures.

Train Exemption/Deferment staff in the unit regarding processes, changes, and when re-training or improvement is needed.

Independently suggests and recommends new policies and procedures to management

Determines the actual use of the property and how this relates to relevant tax law.

Makes site visits to properties under consideration.

Explains application process to businesses and citizens.

Administers tax deferment and exemption programs such as farm, historic properties, non-profit, senior citizen and disabled persons.

Manages renewals of deferments and exemptions.

Communicates tax law changes to the public concerning deferments.

Defends decisions during appeals to the Board of Equalization and Review.

Handles calls from Taxpayers that wants to talk to the Director.

Oversees tax bill adjustments.

Acts as a contributing member of the Record's Management leadership team

Performs related work as required.
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Please select your highest level of completed education.

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How many years of paraprofessional experience do you have?

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How many years of experience do you have working in a tax office?

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Do you have experience working directly with the public?

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Which best describes your work experience in an office setting?

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Do you have experience training/coaching personnel?

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Have you held a position that required data entry from handwritten documents?

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Have you held a position that dealt with confidential records?

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Which best describes your math skills?

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Have you had formal training in Microsoft programs such as Word and Excel?

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Will you be able to attend schools or training that may require you to spend one or more nights away from home?

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Do you have a valid NC driver's license?

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