FISCAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Salary: $27.72 - $35.45 Hourly
Location : Admin Bldg, 619 Division St, Port Orchard, WA
Job Type: Full Time (40 hrs/wk)
Department: Office of the County Treasurer
Opening Date: 10/05/2026
Closing Date: 10/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 1308, 1308CD, 1308G, JVCRTS


OVERVIEW
Kitsap County is seeking a detail-driven and service-oriented Fiscal Support Specialist to support the critical operations of the Treasurer's Office. This role plays a vital part in safeguarding public funds while ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing of property taxes, real estate tax transactions, and other county financial activities that directly impact residents, businesses, and the broader community.

This position offers an outstanding opportunity to advance your career in public finance and governmental accounting while contributing to the financial stability and transparency of Kitsap County. You will work at the intersection of customer service, fiscal accountability, and regulatory compliance-supporting complex financial transactions, including Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) and property tax payments, that are essential to county operations and real estate activity.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment where precision matters and your work directly supports the community, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge, professional growth, and meaningful public service.
As the Treasurer's Office Fiscal Specialist , you will:

• Process and manage complex financial transactions , including property tax payments, refunds, deposits, and Real Estate Excise Tax, ensuring accuracy and compliance with RCW and WAC requirements.
• Perform advanced fiscal and numeric work using accepted bookkeeping and basic accounting methods, including balancing, reconciling, and disbursing funds.
• Calculate, verify, and audit financial data related to payroll, taxes, personal and real property values, accounts payable/receivable, and real estate tax assessments and payments.
• Review and approve financial documents such as tax records, legal documents, payment receipts, deposits, and real estate transaction documentation for regulatory and procedural compliance.
• Interpret and apply state laws and administrative codes (RCW and WAC) related to Treasurer's Office functions, including property taxation and real estate tax transactions.
• Provide specialized technical guidance and customer service by responding to inquiries from the public, title companies, real estate professionals, and internal staff regarding tax payments, real estate transactions, and fiscal procedures.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research to support determinations of compliance for financial and real estate-related transactions.
• Utilize spreadsheets and financial systems to track, analyze, and report fiscal and real estate tax information.
• Maintain official records in accordance with established retention schedules; prepare documents for archival or destruction.
• Draft, proofread, and process correspondence and documentation , including financial records, notices, and transaction-related materials.
• Support office operations by maintaining inventory, ordering supplies, and performing other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Professional Experience: Three years of experience in a fiscal-related position, which includes cashiering, payment processing, or handling money transactions.
  • All qualifying related experience must be included in the Work Experience section of the application to be considered. Provide specific and detailed information demonstrating how you have performed the duties and gained the experience required for this role.
• Education: Related education demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job may substitute for up to one year of required experience .
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, and sound judgment. Strong customer service skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism under pressure.
• Additional Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience reading and interpreting RCW and Washington Administrative Codes.
  • Experience processing Real Estate Excise and/or property tax payments.
  • Experience working in a public sector or government finance environment.
  • Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and email
  • Experience maintaining files, records, and documentation

For the complete job description:
For more information about the Treasurer's Office:
OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

• Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with and the Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Employees joining the union will be required to pay union dues through payroll deduction. Membership in the union is optional.
• Application Requirements: All applicants, internal and external, must submit a complete and fully detailed application. Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all minimum qualifications for the position by the posted closing date. The County uses the information provided in the application (not the résumé) to verify relevant work experience and to determine placement on the pay scale if you are selected for the position.
• To be considered, your application must: Be fully completed, including all supplemental questions. Provide specific and detailed information showing that you have performed the duties and gained the experience required for the role. Include the total years of relevant experience, quantified based on full-time equivalency. Applications that are incomplete, lack sufficient detail, or do not clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications will be screened out and will not move forward in the hiring process. Meeting the minimum qualifications is required.
• Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:
  • Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
  • Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
  • Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. This process is conducted in compliance with the Washington Fair Chance Act (RCW 49.94). Information received is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• Work hours for this position are M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• This posting may be used to fill future openings.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.


County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental - Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
MetLife Long Term Disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: or the .

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense


Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year, 1 additional floating holiday after 10 years of service.

Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:
Upon completion of 2 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)
Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.


***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will be prorated***

Additional compensation that you may be eligible for:
Shift differential
Overtime
Stand by pay
Call-back pay

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

Union Membership
This position is covered under AFSCME Local 1308 Courthouse Employees collective bargaining agreement. To view the bargaining agreement please visit our website:
Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunities for Kitsap County Employees

Washington State offers several programs that may help eligible employees reduce or even eliminate their student loan debt.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) -
Employees working full-time for a public employer may qualify for federal loan forgiveness after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. PSLF allows you to check your eligibility, track your progress, and apply directly through the official PSLF portal.

Washington Health Corps (WHC) -
Licensed health professionals may be eligible for loan repayment in exchange for serving in critical-shortage areas. Programs include:
• Washington Health Corps Loan Repayment
• Nurse Educator Loan Repayment (NELR)

If you think you might qualify or want to learn more, review the program guides and application details on the websites!
NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at:
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(REQ-1) I certify that I have read the complete job classification for this position and I am able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• YES
• NO

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(REQ-2) I understand that all related experience must be listed under the Work Experience section of this application and that it must include a detailed explanation of my roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer. I also understand that resumes are not rated or reviewed for minimum and preferred qualifications and that an incomplete application or lack of details will disqualify my application.(Please note: The quality and completeness of the application will be considered in determining whether applicants will move to the next phase of the screening.)

• YES
• NO

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Please select how you meet the minimum requirements:

• Three years of experience in a fiscal-related position, which includes cashiering, payment processing, or handling money transactions. (Note: Please ensure that all experience is included in the Work Experience section of your application.)
• One year of related education and at least two years of experience in a fiscal-related position, which includes cashiering, payment processing, or handling money transactions. (Note: Please ensure that your education is listed in the Education section and that all experience is included in the Work Experience section of your application.)
• No Related Experience

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Select any additional qualification that you have:

• Experience reading and interpreting RCW and Washington Administrative Codes.
• Experience processing Real Estate Excise and/or property tax payments.
• Experience working in a public sector or government finance environment.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and email
• Experience maintaining files, records, and documentation
• None of the above

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Please describe your customer service experience, including any experience handling financial transactions, cashiering, or payment processing, and how it relates to the duties of this position.If no experience list NA. (Note: all related experience must be included in the work experience section of your application to be considered).
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Describe your experience processing and managing financial transactions in a high-volume or public-sector environment.
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Describe any experience you have interpreting and applying legal or regulatory requirements, such as state laws (RCWs) or administrative codes (WACs).
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List the financial software or systems you have used (e.g., Workday, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or state-specific fiscal systems) and your role and responsibilities in those systems.
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