Exemption & Data Specialist

General Description

Specialized clerical work providing efficient, effective service during the courteous collection of real estate data, personal property data, processing of exemption as provided by the Florida Legislature, and classified use applications. Assist in the investigation of Homestead applicants, and conduct receptionist related work which follows well established procedures. Responsible for approving or denying exemptions as well as collection of information as it effects this office.

• Assists property owner filing for exemptions and classified use;
• Processes large volumes of returned mail;
• Reviews property record files to locate property and relay ownership information;
• Verifies correct property parcel to input exempt information;
• Inputs data entry;
• Answers incoming calls concerning all aspects of the valuation process and providing the public with information related to such;
• Assists the public by explaining laws as it pertains to each exemption;
• Assists public with assessment data, maps, plats, etc.
• Calculates taxes based on proposed millage, assessments, MSTU and MSBU's;
• Traces legal descriptions to identify property locations;
• Receives and screens incoming telephone calls and routes inquiries to proper division or department;
• Investigates and determines status of Homestead applications (approve or disapprove);
• Oversees the furnishing of general information to the public;
• Work office hours are Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m.
  
  - 4:30 p.m. with occasional weekend work in January and February;
• Performs related duties as required.

Must be able to operate a computer, printer, facsimile, photocopier, calculator, and other standard office machines and data entry equipment; must be able to stand and sit for extended periods; communicate using speaking, hearing and vision skills; communicate effectively and courteously with the public and internal staff; interpret, explain and apply applicable rules and regulations governing the work.

Work in an office, limited field work during investigations.

General office equipment, general office procedures; data entry, filing, answering telephone; basic procedures and principles of mathematics, and Business English.

Ability to gain knowledge of local tax structures, legal descriptions, including lot and block, government survey system, metes and bounds; make rapid and accurate mathematical calculations; locate properties from county maps and aerial photographs; operate machinery and equipment; accurately and timely perform data entry tasks; receive public with poise, tact, patience and courtesy; possess personality to react in a positive manner with public;

neat appearance; pleasant voice using grammatical choice of words; establish and maintain working relationship with employees and public; deal with a sometimes difficult public in a tactful, courteous and professional manner; operate multi-line telephone exchange; follow oral and written instructions; answer calls and questions.

Graduation from high school or GED. Two (2) years clerical office experience, public contact, and administrative support to include one (1) year experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience in a Property Appraiser's Office is preferred.

Applicant must possess a valid Driver License at the date of hire and maintain said license while employed in this position.

Applicants must have at least the minimum educational documentation and/or certifications (requested within the job description) uploaded with their application to be eligible for consideration. Documentation may be uploaded at the time of application, scanned and emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered.

The information given on your application will be evaluated against the minimum qualifications of the job description. After all applications are evaluated, your name will be placed on the employment list and sent to appropriate hiring authority for consideration.

The online application and complete job descriptions can be viewed tarosa.fl.gov. Complete…