Levy Specialist

Job Overview

This hybrid position requires a minimum of 2‑3 days per week in office, with additional in‑office time as business needs require. During the initial 6‑month probationary period the role is fully in‑office.

As a key point of contact for the Assessor‑Treasurer’s Office, you’ll help community members understand their property taxes and communicate with taxing districts regarding the rate that property taxes are determined. The team supports the public both in person and over the phone, offering clear information, patient guidance, and great customer service.

Pay levies, interpret budgets, research legislation, prepare reports, and maintain data in compliance with statutory limitations.

• Calculate levies and tax rolls and adjust according to state limitations to determine levy and tax dollars collected for all taxing districts; submit certification of levies to the Department of Revenue and other public entities.
• Interpret and verify taxing districts budget requests, research, analyze, and make projections on budget amounts; analyze complex levy limits and their impact on districts.
• Research new legislation affecting taxing districts and update the utility roll on state‑assessed properties owned by public entities such as telephone companies, railroads, and gas companies.
• Prepare formal correspondence to all taxing districts during preliminary and finalized budget requests, and communicate changes due to legislative changes to software vendors.
• Answer questions about levy rate limitations, ballot measure propositions, special assessments, and how property taxes are calculated; prepare and submit annual reports to the Department of Revenue.
• Perform complex mathematical calculations using Excel and research legislative bills and their impacts upon levies.
• Communicate with internal staff, county departments, and taxing authority officials.

• Associate degree in accounting, computer science, business, or a related field.
• Two or more years of property assessment and levy experience.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, independence, and a customer‑service orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel (higher‑level functions), PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to multitask and work with complex data sets.
• A resume and cover letter are required for the position; applications without both will not be considered.

As a condition of employment, the applicant must authorize and complete a background check. The information from the background check is reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis and will not necessarily eliminate a candidate from consideration.

Pierce County offers professional development, robust online learning, direct feedback from supervisors, and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success. This role is part of the Assessor‑Treasurer’s Office, which is respected for integrity, teamwork, and positive interactions with taxpayers and other governmental agencies.

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