DEPUTY TREASURER

DEPUTY TREASURER   Kenosha County is seeking a detail driven individual with a knack for customer service.  This role will serve as a back-up and cross check for the Chief Deputy Treasurer.  The selected candidate will join a team committed to strong management of the essential Treasurer Services outlined in State law, County policy and governed by general accounting principles.   As a Deputy Treasurer with Kenosha County, you will: Receive training from the Treasurer’s office, including software training on technologies, internal training on Treasurer procedures, and mentoring in learning the requirements of the position. Enjoy a highly sought-after work/life balance with weekends and 12 County recognized holidays off, along with a work schedule of Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.   Join our team and help make a difference in Kenosha County!   Kenosha County is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   2023 Hiring Range:  $23.33 - $26.49 per hour   Position Summary and Job Duties Establish payment plans with taxpayers and maintain records of the payment plan status in the Delinquent Tax Manager application. Answer phone calls and receipt tax payments. Regularly process returned mail, making notes in the tax system, searching various sources for new addresses, mailing out change of address forms, and communicating with Land Information about needed changes. Periodically run a report of all the outstanding taxes for the years eligible for tax deeding and from this report determine who isn’t honoring their payment plan. Type Tax Deed Property memos for County Clerk. Throughout the process, update the parcel in the system with the status of progress along with adding tax deed fees to the parcel. Responsible for daily balancing Planning & Development payments and processing the Payment Journal in AX (TRAKiT). Responsible for daily balancing and processing batches for various departments including the County Clerk. Process/issue all CHECK & ACH BATCHES for the COUNTY. Make payments to suppliers and municipalities as well as payments to title search companies and process server companies for services used. Responsible for daily balancing Register of Deeds payments and processing the payment journals in accounting system from the Register of Deeds system (TRIMIN). Send out notices to those who are delinquent on prior year taxes to aid in tax collection. Manage reserved parking space fees, passes, and issues. Be primary point of contact with credit card processor and regularly reconcile credit card transactions for all departments. Issue Agricultural Use Value Charges to appropriate parcels, maintain spreadsheet, process payments, send reminders, audit and issue payments to municipalities monthly. Monthly run reports, balance and pay Department of Revenue Real Estate Transfer Fees. Monthly run reports, balance and pay Department of Revenue for Recording fees. Quarterly run reports, balance and pay Department of Revenue for Probate and Vital record fees. Maintain the Unclaimed Funds listing, verify claims, process payments and guarantee proper delivery. Maintain and balance the Cash Clearing account on a daily and monthly basis including doing journal entries and issue checks as needed. Perform other work as required or assigned. Success Factors Knowledge of the tax deed/In Rem process, budgeting, property taxes, and principles of accounting and general understanding of banking. Skill in using Microsoft Excel for tracking and balancing. Skill in using property tax, accounting, ERP, delinquent tax management and WI WAMS and tax systems (GCS, AX, DTM). Skill in using office equipment, including computer, calculator, scanner, phone and fax machine; Microsoft Office software, including Word, Outlook, and Teams. Skill in cash handling, including making change. Skill in tracking and monitoring data (properties), payment plans and calculation of payment plans. Skill in conducting research, database management, and maintaining accurate and detailed records. Ability to remain professional and courteous at all times; use conflict resolution skills; communicate complex statutory and accounting information in layman’s terms for the general public; and maintain confidential information. Ability to organize self and office to meet schedules and deadlines of the work; and follow oral and written instructions. Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience High school diploma or GED equivalent. College coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; degree preferred. Experience working in banking, accounting, customer service, and/or cash handling. Benefits Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off Twelve Paid Holidays Retirement Plan:  Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance Tuition Reimbursement Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position involves frequent light physical demands, such as exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and daily lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as laptop and work materials. Sitting for extended periods of time. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices and objects. Physical ability to participate in sessions, presentations, and meetings. Work Environment/Conditions The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee in this position will frequently work in an office or similar indoor environment. The employee in this position will have occasional exposure to individuals who are rude, irate, and may have known violent backgrounds.  Selection Process Application Review - Qualifying. Oral Interview - Qualifying. Background Check - Qualifying. Drug Screen - Qualifying. If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements. To learn more about the Kenosha County Treasurer’s office, please visit:  http://www.co.kenosha.wi.us/589/Treasurer   Applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday, December 27, 2022.   Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer.  Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.   The pay grade for this position is NE7 (Min. $23.33 – Max. $29.63).   This position is located in Kenosha County, a growing community along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from Milwaukee and Chicago.  To see why Kenosha County is a great place to live, work, and play, visit:  https://www.visitkenosha.com/   Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!    Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $23 - $26