WELCOME TO CHATHAM COUNTY'S APPLICATION PROCESS.

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Become a part of the best local government in North Carolina click "Apply" in the top right corner. All sections of the application, including work experience, MUST be completed. Please include the last ten (10) years of employment history. Incomplete applications may be rejected. Applications are stored on a secure site accessible only by authorized personnel. Your application can be saved and used to apply for more than one (1) job opening. Chatham County is an equal opportunity employer and will consider reasonable accommodations as required by law. Chatham County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Chatham County does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for our positions at this time.

Please Note:

After submitting your application: Log into your GovernmentJobs account daily. You will receive emails and notices from hiring managers asking you to complete tasks. You do not want to miss these. The references you provided will be asked to complete a form. This does NOT mean you will be interviewed. It is an automated process in NeoGov. We recommend you sign up for text message alerts when you create your account. If you have issues with submitting your application, please contact Neogov Applicant Support at 1-855-524-5627. Return to the Chatham County Homepage. Job Description Are you looking for a career in a supportive organization that fosters your professional growth? Do you desire a challenging role? Are you interested in working with a team that is always ready to assist? We provide exceptional benefits, competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a nurturing environment. If you are passionate about making a difference, value meaningful work, and seek a career where your impact is visible, we would love to hear from you. Performs intermediate technical duties involving the listing of real property for taxation. This position supports the Tax Administration office by researching, reviewing, and maintaining real property ownership and land-records information. This position performs detailed research of deeds, plats, deeds of trust, easements, property transfers, and other recorded documents to ensure property ownership and parcel information are accurate for property tax assessment and administration. This position assists the public with accessing and interpreting records and other tax-related information. This position performs duties related to paraprofessional work while understanding the rules of tax listing and assessing provided by the Machinery Act of North Carolina. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Assistant Tax Administrator. Essential Functions The following essential functions serve as a general guide for this position. Position functions are subject to change based on departmental needs and external factors including, but not limited to, regulatory requirements. Researches and reviews recorded real estate documents, including deeds, deeds of trust, easements, plats, wills, estate documents, and other instruments affecting property ownership; Examines property records to determine current and historical ownership; Researches chains of titles and resolves discrepancies in ownership, legal descriptions, and parcel information; Reviews recorded documents for changes in ownership, transfers, subdivisions, combinations, and other property changes; Compares Register of Deeds records with Property Tax Office records in the appropriate tax-assessment and land records systems; Researches property ownership questions and responds to inquiries from property owners, attorneys, title companies, government agencies, and the public; Updates and maintains property ownership and parcel information in the appropriate tax-assessment and land records system; Creates, updates, and maintains accounts with appropriate names and addresses for tax billing purposes using recorded documents, E911, DevNet, USPS, and other available resources; Reviews legal descriptions, parcel identification numbers, maps, plats, and other property documentation; Assists with processing property transfers and ensuring appropriate documentation is received and recorded; Researches estates, trusts, divorces, foreclosures, and other legal documents that affect ownership; Maintains accurate documentation and electronic records of research ownership determinations; Assigns parcel ID numbers and communicates appropriate documents that affect mapping changes to the GIS Department; Works closely with the Register of Deeds, GIS, Clerk of Courts, Collections and Appraisal Divisions, and other County departments; Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in Paralegal Technology, Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, Business, Real Estate, or a related field, or major coursework in Real Estate, or two years' experience as a legal assistant with working knowledge of title searches, real estate law, and/or real estate closings, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience in paralegal work, real estate, land records, property records, property taxation or related fields. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of real estate laws, deed interpretations, and title searches; Knowledge of real estate terminology, property ownership, deeds, legal descriptions, and public land records; Knowledge of the North Carolina Machinery Act; Knowledge of GIS and the principles of mapping; Knowledge and proficiency in using computers, software applications, and technology to perform job-related tasks efficiently and accurately; Ability to communicate effectively and interact courteously, professionally, and tactfully with the public; Strong organizational and record-keeping skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to deliver excellent customer service; Ability to communicate professionally with the public, attorneys, government officials, and other agencies; Ability to interpret survey maps; Ability to explain tax laws and policies to others; Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment regarding property record issues; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, surveyors, engineers, and the general public. Physical Requirements This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking, hearing, use of hands and fingers, handling, feeling, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; work requires vocal communication to express or exchange ideas orally; work requires hearing to perceive information at normal spoken levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visually inspecting small defects and/or small parts, using measuring devices and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). Special Requirements Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license. Must possess a North Carolina Property Mapper certification. Must complete Fundamentals of Tax Listing and Assessing courses within one year of employment. Must complete Plat Review Officer workshop within one year of employment. Must complete North Carolina Property Mappers Associate Regular Mapper course within two years of employment. Must obtain NCDOR Real Property Appraiser Certification within two years of employment. Must complete NCDOR Present Use Value Workshop within two years of employment. Must complete NCDOR Exemption and Exclusion Workshop within two years of employment. Chatham County is fully committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) principles and issues this anti-discrimination/EEO compliance clause to support and maintain employee's rights and responsibilities relating to equal employment. The core of equal employment opportunity is the right to work and advance on the basis of merit, ability, and potential, free from prejudice or discrimination. In accordance with the applicable anti-discrimination statutes, executive orders, and other authorities, Chatham County protects employees against discrimination, to the fullest extent of law, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, whistleblower activity, parental status, and military service (past, present, or future), and against retaliation for participation in EEO activity or opposition to discrimination.