Principal Clerk-Tax Collector Town of Weymouth - Weymouth, MA $39,444 a year Position Summary Works under the general supervision of the CFO, Collector, Assistant Collector and/or Lead Collector, Independently performs a variety of clerical duties in accordance with established procedures and town department policies which, on occasion, require the exercise of judgment if situations not clearly defined by precedent or established practices. Clerical, customer service, maintenance, collection and processing and distribution of financial records, accounts and transactions within the Collectors office; all other related work, as required Essential Functions The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Primary customer contact responsible for the collection, processing and distribution of all accounts receivables, received in person and by mail, including but not limited to real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle and boat excise taxes, water, sewer and trash invoices, parking tickets and other municipal fees, interest and charges; all in accord with the Financial Policy and Procedure Manual. Primary contact for the disbursement of detailed information pertaining to the various functions and services of the Collector to taxpayers, vendors, banks and attorneys; via telephone, written correspondence and in-person contact. Process sewer releases, warrants for sewer connections and sewer betterments. Process Municipal Lien Certificates, excise tax abatements, police details, department receipts. Performs a variety of clerical and administrative support functions, including answering telephones, updating files, scanning documents, process departmental mail and creating correspondence. May be responsible for training others. Process exemptions for real estate, personal property tax and community preservation tax. Handles personal property and boat declaration documents, mooring applications, Senior Discount Application. Certifies abutters list. Performs similar or related work as required, or as situation dictates. Job Environment Work requires ability to multitask accurately while in a moderately noisy environment. Work requires one be flexible to both volume and fluctuations of assigned duties. Operates telephone, computer, calculator, facsimile machine, money counter, scanner, receipt machine, safe and other office equipment. Makes constant contact with the general public; communication is by means of telephone contact, written correspondence and in person assistance. Errors could result in monetary loss to the town, and time loss and confusion over expenditures and account balances. May be required to work outside of normal business hours Physical Requirements Minimal physical effort generally required in performing duties under typical office conditions. Position requires the ability to operate a keyboard and standard office equipment at efficient speed. The employee is frequently required to use hands handle controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. Specific vision requirements include close vision and distance vision. Knowledge, Ability and Skill Knowledge. Thorough knowledge of office practices and procedures, knowledge of basic accounting practices. Working knowledge of municipal operations and functions. Knowledge of MS Office. Ability. Ability to operate various types of office equipment, including a computer. Ability to multitask and work in fast paced environment. Ability to organize records, and balance cash drawer. Skill.Accuracy and aptitude for working with details is critical. Skill with typing and computers. Skill in data entry. Superior customer service skills Recommended Minimum Qualifications Two years of responsible secretarial, office or clerical work experience, with responsibilities in the use of office equipment, office procedures, computer applications, word processing, correspondence, data entry, reports, file and document maintenance, record keeping, bookkeeping, financial records, invoices, spreadsheets, forms, phone communication and customer service. High school diploma or GED required. A Bachelors degree may be substituted for 2 years of the required work experience. An Associates degree may be substituted for 1 year of the required work experience. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $39,444.17 /year Experience: