Deputy Tax Clerk-County Tax Assessor

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers): Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources. Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here! Deputy Tax Clerk Accepts and p rocesses transactions for various types of taxes, including motor vehicle and property tax payments ; sets up and monitors payment plan agreements. Assists taxpayers and the public by responding to questions, or directing them to the proper person. Collects payments and fees, submits payments and makes change. Balances and inputs daily transactions. Assist Internal Auditors. Maintains knowledge of current laws and regulations relating to motor vehicles, and sales tax laws and procedures. Files customer records, including any supporting documentation and information from other agencies. Prepares transaction reports, as needed, for the State. Tracks and ensures the security of State accountable items, and is held personally accountable for shortages. Assists other employees with more complicated transactions ; Trains new employees. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. May be required to work extended hours and/or weekends. Ability to type 40 WPM. REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED. 2 years of related work experience. SALARY RANGE: $16.34-$24.51/Hourly based on qualifications CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits. Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.