Deputy Treasurer
Otter Tail County is accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Treasurer position in the Treasurer's Department.
The purpose of this position is to assist the County Treasurer Department with the operations of the office according to state statutes. Record monies received into appropriate funds and accounts, assist customers, post-tax payments, recover funds through revenue recapture, notice & demand for payment, bank levies, tax liens, seize & sell procedures. Prepare escrow company files for collection and accept passport applications. The impact on the organization is to accurately record the monies to allow for a quick accurate settlement of tax monies, and so other departments know the funds that have been receipted into appropriate accounts.
The deadline to apply for this position is July 1, 2025.
The purpose of this position is to assist the County Treasurer Department with the operations of the office according to state statutes. Record monies received into appropriate funds and accounts, assist customers, post-tax payments, recover funds through revenue recapture, notice & demand for payment, bank levies, tax liens, seize & sell procedures. Prepare escrow company files for collection and accept passport applications. The impact on the organization is to accurately record the monies to allow for a quick accurate settlement of tax monies, and so other departments know the funds that have been receipted into appropriate accounts.
The deadline to apply for this position is July 1, 2025.
Examples of Duties:
- Collect and process property tax payments.
- Research payment histories, legal descriptions and parcel numbers to respond to inquiries from the public and to provide support to customers.
- Estimate tax for prepayment collection and maintain records into current year.
- Collaborate with other finance staff to perform tax settlements.
- Process mobile home taxes and follow up on unpaid taxes. Maintain Revenue Recapture records for collection per MN Statues.
- Maintain and process escrow payments for collection. Communicate with banks and escrow companies as needed.
- Reconcile bank accounts, research discrepancies. Follow up on uncashed checks and unclaimed property. Maintain NSF activity.
- Process and balance credit card receipts. Verify and apply incoming ACH payments in bank accounts.
- Enter receipts/collections and reconcile cash drawer daily.
- Assist departments with bank deposits and balancing receipts.
- Coordinate and execute accounts payable check printing and prepare for distribution.
- Accept US Passport applications on behalf of the Department of State in accordance with the directives of passport services.
- Assist Chief Deputy Treasurer with duties as needed, including year-end audit procedures.
- Cross-train and assist other positions within Finance, Property & License Management service team, including Elections.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding private data.
- Attend training as required. Maintain required certifications for Revenue Recapture collection and Passport issuance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- May assist with duties and responsibilities as outlined in the County Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Passport certification through Regional Passport Agency
- Driver's License valid in the State of Minnesota
- Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent AND at least one year related experience and/or technical training
Supplemental Information:
This position is regularly scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30 p.m. The 2025 starting salary for this position is $22.94 per hour, depending on qualifications, with career advancement to $36.85 per hour.
The selection process will include an online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Semi-finalists will be invited to interview. Prior to hire, finalists will be required to pass a background investigation. A standard twelve-month probationary period applies.
How To Apply
To apply for this position, click on desired job title, then the "Apply" link. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only you and authorized employees have access to the information submitted.
When filling out any employment application materials for Otter Tail County, you must include your entire employment and education history. Failure to do so may render your application incomplete.
When filling out any employment application materials for Otter Tail County, you must include your entire employment and education history. Failure to do so may render your application incomplete.
Veterans Preference
Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process. A DD214 and required supporting documentation must be included with the employment application to receive preference.
Background Investigation
All employment offers are contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation which may include but are not limited to gathering information from the following sources: Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, other law enforcement agencies, court documents, educational institutions, previous employers, Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, military records, Immigration and Naturalization Services, and known associates of the applicant.
Criminal convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. Making false statements or withholding information during the application or background investigation process will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment.
Otter Tail County is a tobacco-free workplace.
Otter Tail County does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex (pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, or genetic information.
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