Assistant Tax Assessor Collector

Assistant Tax Assessor Collector

Serve as the assistant administrator of the district's tax office and carry out the tax assessment and collection functions for the school district.

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma, required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business-related field, preferred.
• Registered Tax Assessor/Collector (RTA), preferred or eligible for registration with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation as a Registered Tax Assessor/Collector (RTA)
• Bonded as required by Texas Tax Code §6.29

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices
• Knowledge of state and local tax codes
• Knowledge of local area and its properties
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
• Proficiency skills in keyboarding and file maintenance
• Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner
• Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in property tax operations

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Tax Assessment:

1. Monitor activities of the county tax appraisal district and work with representatives on appraisal of properties in the district.
2. Determine the total appraised value, assessed value, and taxable value of property taxable by the district and submit an appraisal roll to the Board of Trustees showing the appraised, assessed, and taxable values.
3. Calculate the tax imposed on each property on the appraisal roll and prepare and mail a tax bill to the person or authorized agent listed.

Tax Collection:

1. Collect and deposit revenue for current and delinquent taxes in designated depository(ies).
2. Prepare an estimate of the tax collection rate for the current year and any amount collected over the anticipated amount in the preceding year.
3. Assist in the preparation of the current and cumulative delinquent tax roll each year and deliver delinquent notices to property owners or their agents.
4. Resolve tax problems and complaints in an equitable manner including refunding overpayments or erroneous payments of taxes as provided by law. Report adjustments to district's auditor.

Policy, Reports, and Law:

1. Compile, maintain, file, and present all reports, records, and other documents as requested or required by law including mandatory monthly and annual reporting of all tax collected or delinquent.
2. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Ensure property taxation is fair and uniform and apply all laws, rules, methods, and procedures in a uniform manner to all taxpayers.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

General Employee Requirements:

• Quality of Work – complete assignments meeting quality standards, to include accuracy, neatness, thoroughness and adherence to standards and safety rules.
• Quantity of Work – demonstrate the ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously, perform work in a productive and timely manner, and meet work schedules.
• Work Habits – display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments, working diligently to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Communication – communicate in a positive manner with others, to include listening and responding appropriately, expressing ideas orally and in writing in a manner that helps build a positive climate for the organization.
• Dependability – adhere to time frames, monitor projects and exercise follow-through, be on time for meetings and appointments, and respond appropriately to instructions and procedures.
• Cooperation – work well with co-workers and supervisors as a contributing team member, demonstrate consideration of and maintain rapport with others, and help others willingly.
• Initiative – seek and assume greater responsibility, monitor projects independently as required, and follow through appropriately.
• Adaptability – adjust well to any change in duties, procedures, supervisors or work environment, accept new ideas and approaches to work, and respond appropriately to constructive criticism and suggestions for work improvement.
• Judgment – effectively analyze problems, determine appropriate action for solutions, and use logical thinking to exhibit timely and decisive action.
• Attendance – attend work on a consistent basis, taking care to consider the use and number of absences in accordance with policy so that the organization is not negatively impacted.
• Punctuality – arrive to work and depart from work according to department and district requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.