New Job Clerk B - Data Services In Manitoba

Clerk B - Data Services
Clerk B - Data Services

Clerk B - Data Services

Company : City of Winnipeg
Salary : Details not provided
Location : Manitoba

Full Description

Under the general direction of a Senior Clerk, the Clerk B is responsible for providing a broad range of administrative support services for the department, processing and verifying payments in Realty and Business Tax, for TIPP and non-TIPP accounts; the production of accurate Tax Certificates; assisting in the enforcement process for the collection of unpaid property & business taxes pursuant to the City of Winnipeg Charter; maintaining the Tax Instalment Payment Plan (TIPP) program for Realty and Business Tax; and for providing superior levels of customer service in a professional manner, either in person, by telephone, email or in writing. The Clerk B is also responsible for data entry and verification of assessment adjustment transactions, processing of ownership changes including property and/or mailing address changes, name changes and resident status changes, and assists in the assessment and taxation roll production.

As the Clerk B, you will:

  • Process and verify payments in Realty and Business Tax.
  • Provide accurate account information regarding Realty and Business Tax Rolls.
  • Implement Realty and Business Tax calculations.
  • Adjust the Taxation Roll and TIPP accounts for Miscellaneous Adds, including but not limited to water charges, board up charges and clean up charges.
  • Produce Tax Certificates, reviews requests and verifies legal description provided is in agreement with taxation data.
  • Assist with the Tax Sale and Warrant procedures, including the calculation of redemption figures and outstanding business tax amounts.
  • Assist with Mortgage Clerk duties, as required.
  • Process ownership changes for Realty properties for titles received from Winnipeg Land Titles Office.
  • Process property address changes, mailing address changes, name changes and residency status changes.
  • Data entry and verification of realty and business assessment adjustments in the ADVIS/Manta.
  • Perform tasks related to Assessment roll and Tax roll production.
  • Maintain TIPP applicants, extracts all required information, ensures all information is correct and determines if applicant is eligible to join the TIPP Program
  • Update TIPP accounts by changing banking information, cancelling TIPP accounts upon request and recalculating TIPP payments for supplementary notices and replots, advising customers accordingly.
  • Assist in staff training as required.
  • Perform other related duties consistent with the classification.

Your education and qualifications include:

  • High school graduation with some formal training in desktop application, accounting, or office/business administration, or equivalent training & experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer using Microsoft Windows, Word (Advanced), Excel (Advanced), and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated ability to type accurately at 20 w.p.m.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the functions of the Assessment and Taxation department.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain composure and deal tactfully and diplomatically with customers in stressful situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to compute accurate mathematical calculations.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated ability to set priorities, work efficiently, and ensure all deadlines are scheduled and met.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and files.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with all levels of staff.
  • Ability to learn legislation and by-laws governing assessment adjustments and tax collection requirements of the City.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
  • Must have demonstrated acceptable attendance and job performance relevant to this position.

Conditions of employment:

  • The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

  • Prior to commencement of employment, the successful applicant will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by providing a Government of Manitoba issued QR code and photo identification.

CORE COMPETENCIES for ALL EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF WINNIPEG:

  • Citizen & Customer Focus
  • Respecting Diversity
  • Ethics and Values
  • Integrity and Trust
  • Results Oriented