Deputy Treasurer - Legal Secretary

Working under the direct supervision of the Chief Deputy Treasurer/Land Bank Director, this position is responsible for all tax foreclosure related administrative tasks, record keeping and office decorum. Responsibilities: Work closely with Deputy Treasurers to identify properties suitable for real estate tax foreclosure actions Coordinate the necessary pre‑foreclosure paperwork Assist in drafting appropriate pleadings under the direction of attorneys from the Prosecutor’s Office; and track foreclosure cases once filed; and work closely with attorneys from the Prosecutor’s office to complete the foreclosure actions Answering phone inquiries related to pending foreclosure actions and tracking ongoing foreclosure costs and pending enforcement actions on filed cases Files and copies correspondence and litigation documents; maintains a physical foreclosure file on each case Assist the Delinquency Department in the maintenance of records. Assist the Land Bank Executive Director with the overall operation of the County Land Bank. Will include bookkeeping, record keeping, grant administration, billings and payments. Other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School Diploma or the equivalent Associate degree in business administration preferred 1–2 years legal secretarial experience or an equivalent general work experience Valid Ohio Driver’s License Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic mathematical, financial, and accounting skills Knowledge of accounting and accounts payable procedures Proficient in Matrix, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to organize and to work independently In‑depth knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and operations Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information Ability to accurately transcribe and type routine office correspondence Working Conditions: Works in a normal office environment where there is no physical discomfort due to temperature, noise, dust, and the like. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fairfield-County,-Ohio