Delinquent Tax Collector Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gwinnett/jobs/newprint/5174821) Apply  Delinquent Tax Collector Salary $57,812.00 Annually Location Gwinnett County, GA Job Type Full-Time Non-Merit Job Number 25-03541 Department Tax Commissioner's Office Opening Date 12/30/2025 Closing Date 3/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Class Summary The Tax Commissioner is an elected Constitutional Officer responsible for every phase of collecting property taxes, from processing property homestead exemption applications through preparation of the digest, billing, accounting, and disbursements. Job Description The Delinquent Tax Collector is responsible for collecting delinquent ad valorem t axes and fees from property owners. Primary duties include investigating the financial status of individuals and businesses, performing field investigations, seizing property, and issuing citations for the purposes of tax collection. This position is also responsible for monitoring bankruptcy notices, dismissals, hearings, and motions to ensure timely legal action and the protection of tax liens. Essential Duties + Investigate and research individual and businesses for the purpose of tax collection and code compliance. + Maintain and understand current laws related to codes and compliance of same + Perform independent field investigations to collect taxes, post levy notices, seize property and/or issue citations for the purpose of code enforcement and completes reports detailing findings. + Research property information by reviewing plans, accessing databases, and contacting other departments. + Prepares monthly lien filings, affidavits, and cancellations for appropriate authorities. + Reviews all documentation, accounts, notices for property tax sales and co-conducts auctions. Also, reviews documents and claims related to post tax sale as it relates to excess funds. + Performs other duties similar in nature. Grade The grade for this position is B23(2). Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program. Minimum Qualifications + Associate’s Degree; AND + One year of tax or collections related experience; OR + An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Other Job Requirements/Information + Valid Driver's License from state of residency. + Must be deputized as Ex-Officio Sheriff within 3 months of employment. + Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a background check is required to include motor vehicle & criminal histories. Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above minimum qualifications + Experience with Real Estate, Business, and/or Bankruptcy law. For more information about this department, please click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/departments/taxcommissioner) . For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click here (https://secure.neogov.com/v4/ui/classspec/detail/8048154c44534113bfa4a6dbfdf9175d) . Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change. Additional Information About Gwinnett County Welcome to Gwinnett County Government Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more Careers with impact Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected. Exceptional benefits Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation. World-class community More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer! + Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle + Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission + Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more! Vision Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! Mission Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services. Values Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles. Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability. Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all. Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience. Hiring Process Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below: + Hiring Process (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/employmentandtesting/hiringprocess) + FAQs Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com. Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial. Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation. On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary! In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost! Health + Medical plans for active and retired employees + Dental and vision plans + Prescription drug plan Wellness + Onsite Employee Wellness Center + 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Immunizations + Wellness education and incentive programs + Annual wellness fair Family and Career + Training and professional development opportunities + Family planning benefits + Four weeks of paid parental leave Time + Annual/Sick Leave + 12 paid holidays per calendar year + 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year Money + Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care + Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available + Health Savings Account (HSA) available + Retirement and Savings Plans + 401(a) Defined Contribution + 457 (b) Deferred Compensation + Longevity pay + Tuition reimbursement + Financial education programs Protection + Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance + Short-term and long-term disability + Critical illness and accident insurance + Hospital indemnity insurance + Identity theft protection To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/benefitsinformation) . 01 Have you completed a degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field? + Have not completed a degree in the specified or fields + Completed an associate degree in the specified or fields + Completed a bachelor's degree in the specified or related fields + Completed a master's degree or higher in the specified or related fields 02 How many years of tax or collections experience do you have? + None + Less than 1 year + 1 year to less than 2 years + 2 years to more 03 Please describe your experience with Real Estate, Business, and/or Bankruptcy Law. If you do not have this experience, please respond N/A. 04 How many years of customer experience do you have? + None + Less than 1 year + 1 year to less than 2 years + 2 years to less than 3 years + 3 years to less than 4 years + 4 years to less than 5 years + 5 years or more Required Question Employer Gwinnett County Address 75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046 Phone 770.822.7915 770.822.7923 Website http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com