Chief Deputy Treasurer
Apply NowCompany: Otter Tail County, MN
Location: Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Description:
Salary: $69,534.00 - $104,354.00 Annually
Location : 500 Fir Avenue West Fergus Falls, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 110:03/25
Department: Treasurer
Opening Date: 03/14/2025
Closing Date: 3/28/2025 4:30 PM Central
Description
The Chief Deputy Treasurer is responsible for balancing the daily collections and disbursements of County funds, investing funds in accordance with County policies and State statutes, managing cash flow and maintaining records. The position serves as the chief liaison between the County and banks. The position is responsible for supervision of staff as assigned.
Examples of Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Supplemental Information
Supplemental Information
This position is regularly scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. The 2025 starting salary for this position is $69,534/annually, depending on Qualifications, with career advancement to $104,354/annually.
How To Apply
To apply for this position, click on desired job title, then the "Apply" link. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only you and authorized employees have access to the information submitted.
When filling out any employment application materials, you must include your entire employment and education history.
Veterans Preference
Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process. A DD214 and any supporting documentation must be included with the employment application.
Background Investigation
All employment offers are contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation which may include but are not limited to gathering information from the following sources: Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, other law enforcement agencies, court documents, educational institutions, previous employers, Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, military records, Immigration and Naturalization Services, and known associates of the applicant.
Criminal convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. Making false statements or withholding information during the application or background investigation process will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment.
Otter Tail County provides an attractive benefit package for regular full-time employees, including health, dental, life, long-term disability, and retirement benefits through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Regular full-time employees can expect to accrue holiday, sick, and vacation leave benefits. In addition, employees receive professional development opportunities.
01
The following questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills, and experience and is used to determine advancement in the hiring process. Be sure that your responses are thorough and complete. If a question asks for education and experience that you have already stated in the employment application, it is important to answer the question thoroughly on the questionnaire. All responses should be examples of your own writing and may be evaluated for potential AI. If we determine that the responses were created using AI, your application may be deemed ineligible.
02
Do you have a post-secondary degree in accounting, business administration, or other related field? List degree and major as well as any related certifications.
03
This position involves supervision of staff. Describe your work experiences related to hiring, orientation, assigning workload, oversight, performance appraisal, and disciplinary action.
04
Describe your experience with property tax calculation, billing, collection, and settlements.
05
Working in the Auditor-Treasurer's Department involves extensive teamwork. Describe several examples of work you have performed involving the "team" concept.
06
Describe your work experience or training in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, balancing cash drawers, and/or daily, monthly, or annual reconciliations
07
Describe your experience dealing with the public or customers in a work environment.
08
Are you bilingual? If you are bilingual, indicate the language(s) you speak and your skill level. Also tell us whether you can speak fluently, read/or write the language(s).
09
Have you included your entire work history on this employment application? Do not mark your application "see resume". Not including your entire work history will render your application incomplete.
10
How did you hear about this job opportunity? Check all that apply.
Required Question
Location : 500 Fir Avenue West Fergus Falls, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 110:03/25
Department: Treasurer
Opening Date: 03/14/2025
Closing Date: 3/28/2025 4:30 PM Central
Description
The Chief Deputy Treasurer is responsible for balancing the daily collections and disbursements of County funds, investing funds in accordance with County policies and State statutes, managing cash flow and maintaining records. The position serves as the chief liaison between the County and banks. The position is responsible for supervision of staff as assigned.
Examples of Duties
- Supervise and direct the daily work activities of office staff. Manage staffing and scheduling for the office. Train and support staff with departmental and customer service operations.
- Manage internet banking.
- Assist with the administration and interpretation of property tax laws and pertinent state statutes.
- Facilitate the timely and accurate calculation, billing, and collection of taxes.
- Responsible for collecting and accounting for various revenues, processing web payments, and ensuring accurate deposits into the County's bank accountings.
- Plan and monitor investments to optimize interest earnings and maintain cash flow for operational needs.
- Establish, monitor, and ensure reconciliation of numerous bank accounts.
- Manage and coordinate passport operations, including accepting and processing applications
- Ensure that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.
- Administer collateralization of county deposits and CD investments that exceed the FDIC limit
- Maintain the county record of unclaimed funds. Report and pay unclaimed funds to the Minnesota Department of Commerce as provided by state law.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- County leaders exhibit the core management values of growth, respect, integrity, innovation, and positivity.
- May assist with the duties and responsibilities as outlined in the County Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, or closely related field.
- Three to five years accounting, auditor-treasurer, banking, or related experience preferred.
- Will also consider any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Valid driver's license.
- Passport certification through Regional Passport Agency (must obtain upon hire)
Supplemental Information
Supplemental Information
This position is regularly scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. The 2025 starting salary for this position is $69,534/annually, depending on Qualifications, with career advancement to $104,354/annually.
How To Apply
To apply for this position, click on desired job title, then the "Apply" link. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only you and authorized employees have access to the information submitted.
When filling out any employment application materials, you must include your entire employment and education history.
Veterans Preference
Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process. A DD214 and any supporting documentation must be included with the employment application.
Background Investigation
All employment offers are contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation which may include but are not limited to gathering information from the following sources: Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, other law enforcement agencies, court documents, educational institutions, previous employers, Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, military records, Immigration and Naturalization Services, and known associates of the applicant.
Criminal convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. Making false statements or withholding information during the application or background investigation process will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment.
Otter Tail County provides an attractive benefit package for regular full-time employees, including health, dental, life, long-term disability, and retirement benefits through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Regular full-time employees can expect to accrue holiday, sick, and vacation leave benefits. In addition, employees receive professional development opportunities.
01
The following questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills, and experience and is used to determine advancement in the hiring process. Be sure that your responses are thorough and complete. If a question asks for education and experience that you have already stated in the employment application, it is important to answer the question thoroughly on the questionnaire. All responses should be examples of your own writing and may be evaluated for potential AI. If we determine that the responses were created using AI, your application may be deemed ineligible.
02
Do you have a post-secondary degree in accounting, business administration, or other related field? List degree and major as well as any related certifications.
03
This position involves supervision of staff. Describe your work experiences related to hiring, orientation, assigning workload, oversight, performance appraisal, and disciplinary action.
04
Describe your experience with property tax calculation, billing, collection, and settlements.
05
Working in the Auditor-Treasurer's Department involves extensive teamwork. Describe several examples of work you have performed involving the "team" concept.
06
Describe your work experience or training in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, balancing cash drawers, and/or daily, monthly, or annual reconciliations
07
Describe your experience dealing with the public or customers in a work environment.
08
Are you bilingual? If you are bilingual, indicate the language(s) you speak and your skill level. Also tell us whether you can speak fluently, read/or write the language(s).
09
Have you included your entire work history on this employment application? Do not mark your application "see resume". Not including your entire work history will render your application incomplete.
10
How did you hear about this job opportunity? Check all that apply.
- Otter Tail County Website
- Minnesota Works Website
- Newspaper
- Social Media
- Word of Mouth
- Other
Required Question