Job Description

Position Summary

: The Clerk is responsible for performing technical and professional work in the County Assessor's office, to ensure efficient office operation and provision of services in accordance with Nebraska state statutes regarding duties and responsibilities of the County Assessor.

Essential Job Functions

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Perform a variety of technical field and office work as assigned by the County Assessor. Perform administrative support functions. Utilize a variety of computer programs in the preparation of departmental documents and records. Prepare, compile, and maintain a variety of confidential and departmental records, reports, correspondence, memos, agendas, and other documents. Assist the Elected Official in whatever capacity is needed and requested. Type and prepare correspondence letters, memos, reports, and other departmental documents. Create, maintain, and update a file system of records and reports and ensure accuracy. Perform accounting and auditing procedures relating to assessments. Respond to inquiries or complaints relating to the valuation of real property. Assist with all aspects of the Assessor's office jobs and duties including answer the phone and assist customers. All other duties as assigned.

Preferred Talents

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Ability to maintain confidentiality of all departmental documents and transactions. Ability to work independently, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and make decisions based on established procedures and policies. Ability to organize, maintain, and interpret information and property records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with coworkers, other offices, property owners, public officials, and the public. Knowledge of and ability to apply accounting and auditing practices relative to property appraisal. Knowledge of the statutes, ordinances, principles, practices, and techniques of real property assessment. Knowledge of surveying, mapping, zoning, and architecture as they apply to appraisals. Knowledge of Windows-based PC, Microsoft Office Suite, and a variety of computer systems/hardware/software.

Qualifications

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High school diploma or equivalent. Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and arithmetic. Thorough knowledge of and ability to utilize general office procedures, standard clerical techniques, and office equipment. Possess a valid driver's license. Ability to travel and attend such education courses and meetings as determined necessary.

Physical Requirements

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods of time, stoop, stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, talk, or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to indoor conditions. Occasionally the employee may be required to work outside and in inclement weather. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person