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Job Type:
RegularPay Range:
$27.21 - $33.05 HourlyDepartment:
Assessment and TaxationFLSA Exemption Status:
Non-ExemptAbout the Opportunity:
The Tax Division within Washington County’s Department of Assessment and Taxation (A&T), is currently seeking a Personal Property Tax Collector to join our team! This position reports directly to the Tax Collection Supervisor.
The Department of Assessment & Taxation (A&T) Collections unit bills more than 200,000 property accounts and collects more than $1billion in revenue each year. Revenues are distributed to cities, schools, and other taxing districts within the County.
The Personal Property Tax Collector (PPTC), position is critical in ensuring the lawful and effective collection of delinquent personal property taxes owed by businesses and individuals throughout the County. If you enjoy problem solving, fieldwork, and making a direct impact on community services, this may be the role for you.
What You’ll Do
• Manage a diverse caseload of delinquent personal property, machinery, equipment, and utility tax accounts
• Conduct fieldwork, including site visits, serving legal documents, and collecting delinquent taxes
• Prepare and issue legal notices such as warrants, garnishments, seizure notices, and demands
• Perform detailed investigative research to locate taxpayers, assets, business activity, and transaction history
• Work with banks, attorneys, courts, the Sheriff’s Office, and secured creditors
• Monitor account status and adjust collection strategies based on payments bankruptcy filings, and case complexity
• Handle bankruptcy-related procedures, including communication with bankruptcy court
• Provide guidance to internal staff regarding collection procedures and investigative methods
• Maintain accurate, compliant records and support administrative functions within the unit
• Various administrative entry tasks such as taking payments, answering phones, and assisting with the various teams in the Collection unit.
Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
• Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
• Communication skills in both written and verbal form
• Ability to work quickly, accurately, and meet deadlines
• Ability to build cooperative working relationships and maintain professionalism
• Proficiency in interpretating laws and regulations
• Ability to perform complex calculations
• Strong MS Excel skills
• Flexibility to adjust to seasonal workflow and navigate changes
To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Personal Property Tax Collector
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; AND Three (3) years of work experience in debt collections, local government tax collections, or experience dealing with business bankruptcy procedures.
Additional Requirements
Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
About the Department/Division
The Team
• 1 Property Tax Supervisor
• 1 Management Analyst I
• 2 Senior Accounting Assistants
• 1 Personal Property Tax Collector
• 4 Accounting Assistant II’s
This position requires someone who can remain calm and professional in challenging situations, enjoys investigative work, and can communicate clearly with taxpayers, attorneys, and financial institutions. The ideal candidate can independently analyze complex accounts, make sound decisions, and adapt strategies as cases evolve. They are able to manage a diverse caseload with strong organization and judgment. In addition, this role requires someone who is comfortable performing administrative support tasks such as processing payments, answering phones, and assisting teams within the Collection Unit processes.
Selection Process:
You can review our standard selection process here.
Our commitment to you:
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.
Veterans' Preference:
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email: [email protected] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.
Notice: Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, and which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions, appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Brighton BohnenkampEmail Address:
[email protected]