Assessment-Recording-County Clerk Technician I​/II; Recorder

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

The Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Department assesses value of taxable property; records and maintains documents for property ownership, births, deaths, and marriages; performs civil ceremonies; and processes marriage licenses, fictitious business names and other legal documents. Our department provides a great opportunity to pursue work that balances interaction with the public alongside problem-solving and highly detailed regulatory work.

Do you take pride in delivering exceptional customer service while ensuring accuracy and integrity in your work? The Marin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk’s office is seeking one Assessment-Recorder-County Clerk Technician I/II (ARCCT I/II) to join our dedicated team and serve our community with professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail.

Flex Recruitment: There is currently one (1) Full-Time, three (3) Year Fixed Term ARCCT I/II vacancy in the Recorder Division. Candidates will be considered for the level that they meet minimum qualifications. Applicants who meet the requirements for this position may be considered for future vacancies (regular, fixed term, full-time, part-time, contingent) in the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Department while this list remains active.

• At the entry level (ARCCT I), incumbents work under supervision and with guidance to provide customer service to internal and external stakeholders in person, by telephone, and through email. They review legal documents for completeness and compliance with applicable laws, and perform a variety of office support functions, including scanning, indexing, and related clerical tasks.
• At the journey level (ARCCT II), incumbents work with greater independence and reduced supervision, exercising initiative and sound judgment in completing assignments. They routinely make decisions and determinations on more complex transactions and issues. Incumbents at both levels are expected to fully understand, interpret, explain, and apply established policies, procedures, and legal requirements in the performance of their duties.

The ARCCT I/II in the Recorder Division is a customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced, public-facing environment. This position plays a vital role in assisting members of the public in person, by phone, and through email by providing copies of official records and issuing vital records including birth, public marriage, and death certificates. The successful candidate will confidently explain processes and collect and account for fees collected, including balancing a daily cash drawer and electronic payment collections.

This position also plays an important role in locating, maintaining and preserving official land and vital records, some dating back to California statehood.

All ARCCT I/II employees ensure that information is processed accurately, customers receive knowledgeable and respectful service, and the public can rely on the integrity of our records.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values public service, enjoys detailed and meaningful work, and finds fulfillment in helping others. If you are motivated by accuracy, collaboration, and making a difference in your community, we invite you to bring your skills and enthusiasm to the Marin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk’s Office.

Our Highly Qualified Candidate has:

Knowledge of: Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, proper grammar and punctuation usage.

Skill in: Providing a high level of customer service, effective communication (up, down, and across the organization), operating computer systems and databases to retrieve data, applying state statutes and procedural requirements consistently and accurately, using discretion and tact when working with sensitive or confidential information

Ability to: Provide courteous, patient, and…