Revenue Officer (Foreclosure) - TRS Promotional Opportunity Only
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Location: Everett, WA 98208
Description:
Salary : $74,713.92 - $90,791.64 Annually
Location : Everett, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2025-02431
Department: Treasurer
Division: Treasurer
Opening Date: 04/08/2025
Description
BASIC FUNCTION
To coordinate and determine the best method of collection based on caseload, amounts owing, and likelihood of collection including seizure and sale of property in compliance with the appropriate R.C.W.'s.
Job Duties
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Coordinates efforts with the department, Assessor's Office, and/or law enforcement to locate and compile information pertaining to delinquent accounts; whether real property or personal property, while ensuring compliance with state regulations. Coordinates with necessary parties to determine the value of the property, the best method for sale, and risk to the county. Coordinate and participate in on-site visits to assess properties, whether for foreclosure or personal property seizure, as well as evaluate the value of said property/assets to determine the best course of action. Communicate with taxpayers or property/business owners regarding delinquent accounts through phone calls, meetings, and/or legal notices. Working with said parties to negotiate payment plans in lieu of seizure and sale of property. Manage the sale of property (real or personal) to recover unpaid taxes and fees as well as distribute excess funds to lienholders or previous owners after the sale is completed. Maintain accurate logs, reports, and legal documents involving property ownership and financial reports of delinquent accounts. When required works with legal entities such as the Prosecuting Attorney and Courts. Works with external parties such as title companies, lienholders, and auctioneers in an attempt to settle delinquent accounts. Proposes office collection policy and procedure revisions to remain in compliance with all requirements. Performs other duties as required. WHEN WORKING AS THE PERSONAL PROPERTY REVENUE OFFICERSends quarterly gambling forms to businesses with gaming equipment; monitors returned gambling forms and payments as required by the State Gambling Commission. Prepares letters when quarterly gambling taxes are not paid. Contact businesses with gaming equipment to collect delinquent gambling taxes; notify the landlord of the delinquency and that a lien is being placed on real property for the continued non-payment of the tenant's delinquency. Manages mobile home property process and directs office staff to assist with administrative functions Determines application of advance taxes on appropriate property accounts; oversees account sign-offs Directs office staff to assist in payment plan set up, monitors accounts, researches accounts for liens placed by various secured creditors, and writes collection letters. Inventories seized property and provide a list to the court; prepares the personal property for auction and participates in the sale of seized property if not using an auction house. WHEN WORKING AS THE REAL PROPERTY REVENUE OFFICERPrepares and maintains foreclosure and tax title logs and files; removes accounts as required by the RCW's. Reviews title reports for discrepancies and unclear ownership; resolves title and/or tax parcel discrepancies with other county departments, governmental agencies, lenders, escrow agents, or title companies; notifies all parties with an interest in the property by certified mail. Works directly with the Treasurer to contact parties in foreclosure, including field visits prior to the tax sale; prepares field visit information; participates in file review with the Deputy Prosecutor and Treasurer concerning parcels that may be ineligible for sale. Prepares, posts, and publishes foreclosure and tax title sale notices; prepares and processes sale-related forms; prepares excise documents for all sold properties, and coordinates the signing and recording of these documents at the Auditor's office; update Treasurer website with sale documents. Monitors Tax Sale. Reconciles proceeds with sale reports. Coordinates transfer of sale money to County and organizes sale receipts for payment application. Compiles closing documents for the County Attorney to file a Return of Sale in court. Notifies owners of record of the need to apply for any surplus funds resulting from property sale; processes applications for excess funds. Maintains documentation for excess funds; initiates transfer/s of excess funds to Snohomish County per statute. Determines which special assessments need to be removed and which are to be paid after the sale is completed and directs staff/assists taxing districts to complete this process. Requests bids from title companies to provide title report services on foreclosure properties; concludes bidding process and updates required to contract with necessary changes for legal review. Prepares forms, certificates of delinquency, and exhibits for court filings presented by the Prosecuting Attorney.
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years' experience working in direct contact with public; and one (1) year of collection experience; and one (1) year public enforcement of laws; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Typing score of forty-five (45) words per minute (wpm) required. Must pass job related tests
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior law enforcement or collection work is preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid Washington State Driver's License is required for employment. Employee will be required to work offsite daily. Employee will be required to complete any educational requirements to operate a County pool vehicle.
Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
SUPERVISION
Employee reports to an administrative designee as assigned. Works with a minimal amount of supervision.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in the usual office environment with six (6) + hours or more per day focusing on a computer screen and with frequent field trips throughout the County. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
This position will remain open until filled.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.
Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits
01
The following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job-related experience and qualifications. Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
02
How many years of experience do you have working with the public?
03
How many years of experience do you have with Collections?
04
How many years of experience do you have publicly enforcing laws?
05
What is your highest level of education?
06
How many years of experience and knowledge do you have in foreclosure?
07
Which statement best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook?
08
What best describes your experience with database management?
09
How many years of experience do you have with real property accounts?
10
How many years of experience do you have working with disgruntled or volatile customers?
11
How many years of experience do you have working with title reports?
12
This role requires managing various records and reports. Can you describe your experience with record-keeping and ensuring the accuracy of important documents in a legal or collection setting? Answer using a minimum of 150 words and a maximum of 250 words.
13
How do you prioritize when you have multiple delinquent accounts to manage? What factors do you consider when deciding whether to initiate foreclosure proceedings? Answer using a minimum of 150 words and a maximum of 250 words.
14
Describe a time when you had to adjust a collection plan due to unforeseen circumstances or a change in the case. How did you manage that? Answer using a minimum of 150 words and a maximum of 250 words.
Required Question
Location : Everett, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2025-02431
Department: Treasurer
Division: Treasurer
Opening Date: 04/08/2025
Description
BASIC FUNCTION
To coordinate and determine the best method of collection based on caseload, amounts owing, and likelihood of collection including seizure and sale of property in compliance with the appropriate R.C.W.'s.
Job Duties
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years' experience working in direct contact with public; and one (1) year of collection experience; and one (1) year public enforcement of laws; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Typing score of forty-five (45) words per minute (wpm) required. Must pass job related tests
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior law enforcement or collection work is preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid Washington State Driver's License is required for employment. Employee will be required to work offsite daily. Employee will be required to complete any educational requirements to operate a County pool vehicle.
Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- collection procedures and practices
- record-keeping practices and procedures
- basic mathematics
- RCW's that apply to the collection of gambling tax, personal property, and real estate taxes
- learn the Treasurer's office rules, practices and procedures
- deal tactfully and confidently, and respectfully with delinquent taxpayers
- exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, management, peers and the general public
- communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- recognize, avoid, or de-escalate volatile situations that may arise when working with the general public
- monitors changes to the collection RCW's
- maintain ethical and professional standards of the office and county
- use organization and time management skills
SUPERVISION
Employee reports to an administrative designee as assigned. Works with a minimal amount of supervision.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in the usual office environment with six (6) + hours or more per day focusing on a computer screen and with frequent field trips throughout the County. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
This position will remain open until filled.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.
Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement
- Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Commuting Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
- Leave & Holidays
- Deferred Compensation 457(b)
- Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
- Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies
- Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these for medical insurance. The County pays the for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
- Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.
01
The following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job-related experience and qualifications. Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
- Yes
- No
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How many years of experience do you have working with the public?
- None
- Less than one year
- More than one year but less than two years
- Two or more years
03
How many years of experience do you have with Collections?
- None
- Less than one year
- More than one year but less than two years
- Two or more years
04
How many years of experience do you have publicly enforcing laws?
- None
- Less than one year
- More than one year but less than two years
- Two or more years
05
What is your highest level of education?
- No degree
- 1 year certificate
- Associates degree
- Bachelors degree
- Masters degree or higher
06
How many years of experience and knowledge do you have in foreclosure?
- No experience and knowledge to less than one year
- One year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 or more years experience
07
Which statement best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook?
- No proficiency
- Basic proficiency
- Moderate proficiency
- Advanced proficiency
- Expert proficiency
08
What best describes your experience with database management?
- No experience to less than one year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 or more years experience
09
How many years of experience do you have with real property accounts?
- No experience
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 or more years experience
10
How many years of experience do you have working with disgruntled or volatile customers?
- No experience 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 or more years experience
11
How many years of experience do you have working with title reports?
- No experience to less than one year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 or more years experience
12
This role requires managing various records and reports. Can you describe your experience with record-keeping and ensuring the accuracy of important documents in a legal or collection setting? Answer using a minimum of 150 words and a maximum of 250 words.
13
How do you prioritize when you have multiple delinquent accounts to manage? What factors do you consider when deciding whether to initiate foreclosure proceedings? Answer using a minimum of 150 words and a maximum of 250 words.
14
Describe a time when you had to adjust a collection plan due to unforeseen circumstances or a change in the case. How did you manage that? Answer using a minimum of 150 words and a maximum of 250 words.
Required Question