Taxation & Assessment Clerk

Job Description

Who We Are

The County of St. Paul strives to be a trailblazing and welcoming region – a leader in rural success – with an outstanding commitment to community. We are a strong, trusted partner for our residents, businesses, communities, and neighbours, working each and every day to create opportunities and desirable rural experiences.

The County provides a range of programs and services to residents in areas of administration, public works, and community services. These programs and services recognize the unique rural needs of our residents, such as development permits for continued growth; well-maintained roads for personal, industrial, and agricultural traffic to access and use safely; and an Ag Service Board to bring community concerns regarding agriculture to the Province. Learn more about our programs and services through our website: www.county.stpaul.ab.ca

Who We’re Looking For

The County is looking for a full-time Taxation & Assessment Clerk to join us, based in the Administration Office. The Clerk provides administrative support related to assessment and taxation for the County, adhering to deadlines or requirements set out in various regulations and the Municipal Government Act. The Clerk also provides a range of administration support and coordination responsibilities Planning & Development, Public Works, and Parks & Recreation.

What does this role look like?

• Providing customer service and conveying information related to taxes, penalties, etc.
• Updating ownership information, including title changes, grazing lease records, creating new tax rolls and transferring inactive rolls.
• Maintaining annual listings for assessor use (i.e. subdivision plans, new and cancelled road plans, parcel consolidations, acreage changes and discrepancies, lease listings).
• Updating LINC and RAP information for accurate property records.
• Processing and mail tax statements and assisting with annual tax notice mailouts.
• Supporting law firms with ownership changes and their Citizen Self-Serve accounts.
• Prepare annual exemption applications for non-profits and small businesses
• Verify credits and outstanding balances across multiple rolls.
• Providing administrative support for land leases, undeveloped road allowances, encroachment agreements and licenses, rural addressing, municipal campgrounds, fire permits, and other areas, as required.

View the detailed job description.

Reports to

Taxation & Assessment Technician

Working hours

Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

What does this role need?

• Related education and/or training in planning and development, municipal administration, or a related field.
• Experience in a municipal or related setting and knowledge of the Alberta Municipal Government Act (MGA) would be an asset.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Strong time-management skills, including punctuality, with the ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex information.
• Willingness to participate in training and work-related workshops as required.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record.

An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Benefits & Compensation

The County of St. Paul offers comprehensive compensation and benefits, with benefits beginning after one month of employment. Employees contribute to the Local Authorities Pension Plan, building towards their future retirement.

Interested?

Please forward your cover letter and resume by Monday, September 7, at 4 p.m. to [email protected].

We thank all applicants for their time and interest! Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.