Second Deputy - Treasurer

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position assists the County Treasurer in performing the statutory duties of the office, under general supervision from the County Treasurer; and to provide responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents and the general public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Serves as receptionist by answering telephone and greeting customers; provides information or directs to appropriate personnel.
• Prepares a checks and cash list; and assists in balancing daily county deposits.
• Drafts necessary correspondence to taxpayers.
• Receives, researches, receipts and balances property tax payments.
• Establishes and maintains process for accessible use of records relating to tax payment issues.
• Generates and balances daily and monthly reports.
• Records tax redemption certificates.
• Prints and mails tax bills and reminder notices.
• Manages returned mail and researches good addresses for property owners.
• Maintains lottery credit database; determines eligibility and enters lottery credit applications, answers various inquiries from property owners and municipalities, prepares reports and letters for municipalities, performs annual audit of database and makes adjustments in compliance with statutes, and retains records for State audits.
• Manages unclaimed checks; collaborates with the Finance Department, prepares and mails letters to payees, requests replacement checks, maintains accurate logs. 
• Performs procurement tasks for office, ordering all supplies. 
• Files reports, receipts and general tax information.
• Performs duties of First Deputy in absence.
• Performs tax searches and provides tax information. 
• Assists in daily balancing of cash drawer.
• Processes NSF checks and bills and corresponds with checkwriters.
• Trains seasonal workers in tax collection procedures and assigns other duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is primarily in an office setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma/equivalent.
• One-year diploma or post-secondary education preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years bookkeeping, banking, or accounting related experience with customer service.
• Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Must be bondable.

Expected Pay Range: $23.40 - $26.48/hour

Department: County Treasurer

FTE: 1.0

St. Croix County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.  We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.