Part- Time Clerk
Job in
Dothan, Houston County, Alabama, 36303, USA
Listing for:
Houston County Commission (AL)
Part Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
-
Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Clerical, Data Entry
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 10000 - 60000 USD Yearly
USD
10000.00
60000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 2026 Part- Time Clerk
Overview
Performs clerical tasks in the assigned area of the Probate Department, which involves answering questions examining documents and issuing tags and licenses. Incumbents may perform primary tasks associated with issuing vehicle tags, driving licenses, game and fishing licenses, marriage licenses, etc., recording and maintaining records, such as real estate transactions, wills, guardian ships, mortgages, and etc. Individuals assure that proper documentation is received, and calculate taxes and fees prior to accepting documents or issuing licenses.
Individuals are required to maintain and balance a cash drawer. Assist the public in locating documents and making copies of documents.
Part Time positions work no more than 19 hours weekly Monday - Thursday.
"A. Examines documents, issues licenses and permits, and collects associated fees and taxes"
Responsibilities
Examines documentation required for issuing licenses and permits for business privilege licenses, game and fishing licenses, marriage licenses, Notary Public licenses, driving permits, non-driver identification cards, using computer and manual systems.Informs the public if there are deficiencies in documents presented and assists them in understanding how to correct deficiencies.Collects fees and taxes associated with the issuance of the license/permit, and balance collections in accordance with established proceduresBoat renewals, transfers, replacements and duplicatesB. Records and maintains records of events and transactions using optical scanning equipmentCodes and scans instruments and documents, including verification of image, re-scanning, and updating data, if necessaryMaintains and updates all computerized data base files by scanning and indexing.Retrieves books for historical data and adds to indexing and imaging fileAssists the public as needed in utilizing the computer and other resources to obtain records.Records all marriages and send copy of license to the State Bureau of Vital StatisticsCollects filing fees and any taxes due for deeds, mortgages, etc., issues receipts as needed, balances collections in accordance with established procedures, balances docket and money, verifies funds, and makes bank deposits.C. Issues motor vehicle tags and titles when proper documentation is presented and required payments are made.Assess vehicle; verify description and identification number, including mileage if out of state title is needed. If vehicle is from out of state, input initial data, verify from out of state title and visually inspectExamines existing title, title application, bills of sale, and other documentation regarding the request for issuing a tag to assure that all documents are correctProcess and verify all title reports and issue check to Alabama Department of RevenueProcess requests for mailing tags and/or decals by keying in information, verifying receipt of proper amount of money, and mailing tag and/or decals to citizensAnswer questions, inform citizens of how deficiencies can be correctedFill tag bins with proper tagsScans a variety of documentsUnderstanding state policies and laws making sure the registrant met state regulations.Verify liability insurance utilizing the system (OIVS) when issuing or renewing vehicle registrations. Collect fines for the state from the registrants not having valid insurance. Educate the public on MLI suspensions, reinstatements, and registrations violations and penalties and revoked status and collection of fines.Knowledge of ad valorem tax based on tax district in which located and class of vehicle and if the vehicle will be used commercial or personal. Issue distinctive plates and assure we have the special documents required and issue correct exemption.Knowledge of title and leased vehicle transfers, name changes, valid documents needed to obtain a title from a decrease owner. Knowledge of documents required for tax credits to be able to issue the credits.Being detail oriented and maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.High school diploma or G.
E.
D. certificate and adequate coursework in typing. Familiarity with standard keyboard and ability to accurately enter information into computer terminal to generate forms, license and permits. Some general clerical experience which included typing or data entry preferred.
Knowledge of basic mathematics sufficient to operate cash drawer and make calculationsKnowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipmentKnowledge of basic filing systems and coding methods, including alphabetical, numeric, indexing methods, etc.Ability to communicate both verbally and in writingAbility to read and comprehend departmental rules, regulations, procedures and instructionsAbility to understand verbal instructions and directionsAbility to perform moderately complex mathematical calculations, with or without a calculatorAbility to operate basic office equipment, including computers and optical scanning equipmentAbility to establish and maintain…
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