Personal Property Clerk

Job Summary

The Personal Property Clerk serves as a primary point of contact for Ohio County taxpayers, providing professional customer service while maintaining the integrity of county tax records. This role requires a high level of accuracy in data entry, the ability to navigate specialized tax software, and a commitment to helping the public understand their property assessments and tax obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Management: Create and maintain accurate accounts within the Tax Assessment Software; input property returns and generate supplemental tax bills with a high degree of precision.
• Public Assistance: Serve taxpayers at the office counter and over the phone, addressing inquiries regarding tax bills, property values, and filing procedures.
• Professional Correspondence: Communicate effectively with a diverse population; including individual taxpayers, attorneys, and corporate representatives.
• Administrative Support: Perform essential office functions including high-volume scanning, filing, faxing, and digital record-keeping.
• Procedural Compliance: Follow specific legal procedures and detailed instructions under close supervision to ensure all tax assessments meet county and state standards.

Required Qualifications

• Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills with the ability to operate multiple software systems simultaneously; fast and accurate alphanumeric data entry is essential.
• Communication Excellence: Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to remain professional and helpful in a fast-paced, public-facing environment.
• Organization: Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once and adapt quickly to changing daily demands.
• Teamwork & Integrity: A collaborative mindset and the absolute ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive taxpayer information.
• Education/Experience: Familiarity with general office procedures and a high school diploma or equivalent (previous experience in government or tax services is a plus).

Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional office setting and requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team while following strict guidelines. Candidates must be comfortable with both repetitive data tasks and direct public interaction.

Pay: From $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Clerical/Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wheeling, WV 26003 (Required)

Work Location: In person