Deputy County Treasurer - Property Tax Specialist

Allegan County has much to offer, with 24 Townships, 9 Cities, and 2 Villages across nearly 900 square miles. The landscapes range from the lakeshore to beautifully wooded lands, our County’s natural resources are a gift to be treasured. Allegan County businesses, citizens, and employees are world-class, and we remain a welcoming, closely-knit community. We are one of the fastest-growing counties in Michigan.
Allegan County Government places high importance on our core values: Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Honesty.  A common thread among our leadership, employees and volunteers is a strong desire to serve and be part of something meaningful. We were recently identified as “Best in Class Winner” among mid-size companies for our excellence in optimizing employee and organizational well-being. We have also received the Impact Award for excellence in educating our employees about their retirement plans and overall financial wellness. We are looking for dedicated, caring, energetic people to join our team!

Job Summary: 

Assist in all functions of the Property Tax Section of the Department, provides information regarding tax matters to the public, issues and collects fees for dog licenses, and performs a variety of other activities related to processing and maintaining tax records.

Starting Wage: $26.41 per hour, full-time 

Excellent Benefits Plan:  Health benefits begin on the first of the month after your hire date
- Medical, Dental & Vision (3 medical plans to choose from, 2 of which have a $0 premium)
- County-funded Health Savings Account with our two high-deductible medical plans
- County-paid employee life insurance coverage
- County-paid short-term disability coverage, up to 52 weeks
- Generous retirement plan, including a county contribution of 7% of your annual earnings
- Tuition Reimbursement Program for college degree courses
- Generous PTO plan, including front-loaded hours into PTO bank at hire, and annually on January 1.
- 13 paid holidays, in addition to PTO
- FREE use of Allegan County government's two fitness centers 
 

Responsibilities and Duties: 

1. Works in all functions of the Property Tax Section of the Department. Maintains and advises in the functions of each of our main programs: Delinquent Tax program, Tax program, Principal Residence program.
2. Prepares and finalizes settlement with Townships, Cities and Villages in the county. Collects money throughout the year from all units for County Operating Tax, State Education Tax, County Roads, County Seniors and Drains.
3. Performs a variety of duties related to the tax reversion process. Reviews all forfeited parcel and adds documentation gathered from contacts and visits to each file. Performs property visits; inspects and photographs the property to ascertain if the property is occupied and occupants are aware of the pending foreclosure proceedings.
4. Collects tax money for Delinquent Property, Current Property Taxes, Principle Resident Exemptions and any other counter receipts as needed. Accounts for all daily receipts. Files and records as needed.
5. Processes Principal Residence Exemption changes and value changes ordered by the Board of Review and Department of Treasury.
6. Maintains County Dog Program. Notarizes affidavits for lost dog tags.
7. Gives Certifications for Quit Claim Deeds, Warranty Deeds and Land Contracts by mapping out legal descriptions and by checking taxes and ownership before they are recorded. Notarizes documents being recorded at the Register of Deeds.
8. Manages and maintains status on all bankruptcy cases filed for property taxes in Allegan County. Contacts attorneys and bankruptcy trustees when needed.
9. Manages and maintains the Tax Millage Certification Listing for Allegan County.
10.Performs various other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: 

1. Associate's degree in accounting, finance or related field required. Bachelors Degree preferred.
2. Five (5) years of governmental clerical support required.
3. Previous supervisory experience preferred.