Collector of Revenue

Collector Of Revenue

Make a Difference in Your Community The Department of Revenue for St. Louis County Government is seeking a Collector of Revenue to join their leadership team. The Collector shall be responsible for the collection of all real and personal property, merchant and manufacturer, railroad, utility or other taxes for state, school, county or other purposes, and the collector shall perform such other duties as are provided by law or ordinance. This position will report to the Director of Revenue while overseeing the Collector of Revenue office.

The typical work hours are from 8:00 am 5:00 pm, Monday Friday.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Average Salary: Typical starting salary range is between $97,115.20- $116,542.40 annually, based on your qualifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Learn more about St. Louis County benefits.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: We participate in this program to support your financial future. Learn more about the program.

Essential Function Examples

• Bill and collect ad valorem property and personal property taxes and fees in St. Louis County
• Distribute collected ad valorem tax revenues to taxing authorities in St. Louis County
• Complete annual tabulation of ad valorem tax rates levied by taxing authorities in St. Louis County
• Conduct the annual tax sale of delinquent real property taxes, advertise properties, conduct sales and issue Collector deeds
• Evaluate and issue tax waivers
• Serve as the division head for the Collector of Revenue Office
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• At least five years of supervisor experience per the St. Louis County Charter 1979, Article V, Chapter 505, Section 505.040.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field
• Five years of collection experience in a professional setting
• Preference may be given to applications showing completion of a master's degree

Selection and appointment: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire. The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision. All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.

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