#2030- Deputy Commissioner of the Revenue III- Commissioner of the Revenue Office

The County of Fluvanna, VA is seeking a full-time Deputy Commissioner III.

Performs skilled clerical and technical work assisting with real estate and personal property databases. Manages the business personal property, Machinery & Tools, and Transient Occupancy Tax databases. Assists in the general operation of the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office by preparing and maintaining files and records and serving the public. Work is performed under general supervision and skilled clerical and technical work assisting with real estate and personal property databases. Manages the business personal property, Machinery & Tools, and Transient Occupancy Tax databases. Assists in the general operation of the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office by preparing and maintaining files and records and serving the public. Work is performed under general supervision

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs essential functions of Deputy Commissioner of the Revenue II.
• Performs research in response to requests from property owners, potential property owners, appraisers, attorneys, mortgage lenders and outside Commissioner of Revenue Offices and Finance Departments, both in person and by telephone/email providing information regarding title issues, prior land use, assessment history, determining situs of property.
• Manages the Business Personal Property Database to include but not limited to manually entering all assessment values for each business into the billing system along with entering them separately into the BPP database. Manually calculating all assessment values for businesses, including manually assessing all Businesses that are not compliant with County requirements and do not return the yearly Business Personal Property Return form.
• Performs research on all Leased Vehicles that are loaded into the billing system to ensure the classification of Business or Personal use so the correct PPTRA can be applied.
• Researches and discovers any business(es) operating in Fluvanna County so that they may become compliant with County Code in regards to Business Personal Property.
• Processes Real Estate, Personal Property and Business Personal Property address changes that are submitted via in person, phone or electronically.
• Performs any abatements needed to correct tax bills for current or past taxpayers for Personal Property and Business Personal Property, while working closely with all other Commissioner of Revenue Offices located throughout the Commonwealth.
• Submits Personal Property refund requests to the COR Chief Deputy for processing.
• Receives and responds to requests for records made through the Freedom of Information Act as may pertain to records maintained by the Commissioner of Revenues Office. Directs requester to appropriate offices when request is not for COR records.
• Conducts staff training on personal property program applications, applicable to position
• Serves as customer service manager for the Commissioner’s office.
• Serves as backup for Deputy IV responsibilities for inquiries, applications, and submissions.
• Performs related tasks as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of state and local laws and policies, affecting the classification of assessments, personal property, business personal property, transient occupancy tax, and Real Estate.
• Ability to prepare and maintain detailed financial records, reports, and database
• Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet established deadlines to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on established office policies, state and county policies, and the ability to explain those regulations to the public on a daily basis.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and disputes presented by customers.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
• Demonstrated strong computer skills.

ACCEPTABLE EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Minimum:
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in business, accounting, taxation, or related field
• Two (2) years of experience in data management
• Three (3) years minimum of customer service experience in an office environment
Preferred Qualifications:
• Demonstrated experience with GIS systems
• Prior Government experience in a Commissioner of the Revenue or Treasurer’s office
• Certified Master Deputy Commissioner of the Revenue
• Working knowledge of Tyler Technologies (Munis).
• Working knowledge of VISION.
• Working knowledge of DMV Mainframe, along with yearly re-certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment exposure to computer screens; sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Must have the ability to occasionally lift, push/pull, and hold/carry 30 pounds.
• Must have the ability to frequently stand and sit, and occasionally walk over flat and uneven terrain.
• Must be available to work some weekends and evenings for presentations, training, and meetings. 
• Must possess an appropriate driver’s license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Local travel may be required for meetings and presentations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Notary Public, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Officer

POST OFFER REQUIREMENTS:

• Background check 

The hourly rate ranges from $19.42 to $22.33- Depending on the qualifications

Excellent benefits (paid health, dental, and vision, flex spending, life, disability, and retirement).

Submit a cover letter, resume, references, and County application to jobs@fluvannacounty.org.   

Applications are available on the county website at www.fluvannacounty.org

The Position is open until filled.

EOE/AA

Fluvanna is a V3 Veteran Certified Company