Administrative Clerk B - Assessment Office

Job Description

Job Description

The Assessment Office is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Administrative Clerk B to join our team. This position plays a vital role in maintaining property ownership records, supporting office operations, and providing excellent service to the public.

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Chief County Assessment Officer, the Administrative Clerk B performs a variety of clerical, customer service, and administrative duties related to property assessments and general office support.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to assessment-related inquiries in person, by phone, and via email
• Communicate effectively with county offices, township assessors, taxpayers, and real estate professionals
• Maintain accurate records and files using established systems
• Research information to provide data and answer questions
• Perform general clerical duties including data entry, document scanning, typing, filing, scheduling, and mathematical calculations
• Assist with special projects as assigned
• Operate standard office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and multi-line telephones
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of two (2) years of office experience providing high-volume clerical support and public contact, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of business English, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform calculations using a calculator and computer
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and provide quality customer service

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Office-based, administrative work environment
• Sedentary position with occasional lifting up to 20 pounds

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: $16.25 per hour, negotiable based on experience
• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Union position

If you enjoy administrative work, value accuracy and organization, and take pride in serving the public, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.

I understand that employment may be conditioned upon successfully passing a background check.

I hereby affirm that the information provided on this application and accompanying resume, is true and complete. I understand that any false or misleading representations of omissions on the application or during the hiring process may disqualify me from further consideration for employment and may result in discharge even if discovered at a later date.

I hereby authorize DeKalb County Government to conduct or participate in an investigation of personal background, work history, licensure, and police record as may be necessary to verify the information provided in this application and to determine my fitness to hold the position for which I have applied.

I hereby authorize persons, schools, my current employer (if applicable) and previous employers and other organizations to provide DeKalb County Government with any requested information regarding my application or suitability for employment, and I completely release all such persons or entities from any and all liability related to the provided or use of such information.