CLERK, NC (Temporary)

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CLERK, NC (Temporary)

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Position/Program Information

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR

CLERK, NC (Temporary)


EXAM NUMBER: B9304B

*** ONLINE FILING ONLY ***

OUR MISSION:

The mission of the County of Los Angeles Treasurer and Tax Collector is to bill, collect, invest, borrow, safeguard and disburse monies and properties. We do this on behalf of the County, other government agencies and entities, and private individuals as specified by law. The Department also provides enforcement, consulting, estate administration, and public information services.

The Treasurer and Tax Collector strives to serve its customers by providing timely and accurate services in a manner that is fair, legal, and courteous. To meet our service obligations, we use technical expertise employing modern, innovative, cost-effective, and flexible methodologies.

The Treasurer and Tax Collector seeks to provide an environment which recognizes and rewards employees for their contribution to the accomplishment of the mission. We strive to treat all employees fairly, and to provide them with training and a working environment, which enables them to enhance their skills and perform with pride. The Department seeks to provide its employees with opportunities for advancement. In fulfilling the mission, we will meet our responsibilities and preserve public confidence.

Highlights:

• Strongest public-sector benefits package in the nation.
• 38 departments and over 2,300 different jobs within the County of Los Angeles that offer a lifetime of future promotional and career opportunities.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: We welcome applications from anyone.

FILING START DATE : July 2, 2025 at 12:30 P.M. (PT)

FILING END DATE : FILING WILL BE SUSPENDED AFTER THE FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED OR BY JULY 16, 2025 AT 5:00 P.M. (PT), WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE FIRST 100 WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

REPOSTING INFORMATION: This announcement is to reopen the filing period, update the application and Filing Information section and update the Contact Information for the job posting.


Please build your online account well in advance of the application filling start date and time, July 2, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. (PT), so you can verify your email address before the filling start date. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.


POSITION INFORMATION

DEFINITION :
Performs clerical duties requiring a working knowledge of subject matter and the clerical functions involved and the use of initiative and independent judgement within a recognized procedure.

Essential Job Functions

DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

Waits on the public or acts as a receptionist in a small office; answers routine tax inquiries in person or by telephone.

Indexes, codes and cross-references records or files according to established procedures.

Does all types of filing (alphabetical, numerical, chronological and code) and pulls and charges out files.

Sorts and arranges documents or correspondence in alphabetical or numerical order.

Posts data, keeps records, and prepares reports in accordance with predetermined forms and procedures.

Makes out bills, order, notes, receipts, permits, licenses, etc., by hand.

Types forms, labels, licenses, permits, receipts, certificates and performs basic data entry not requiring skilled typing.

Operates various office machines or equipment requiring little specialized training.

Opens, sorts, time stamps and routes incoming mail; stuffs, seals, stamps, meters, and registers outgoing mail.

Does comparing and proofreading.

Searches records and files for data.

Computes and receives fees when the amount is not in question or is readily obtainable from fixed schedules.

Requisitions, receives and charges out supplies.

Operates a small telephone switchboard, as needed.

Collects and delivers correspondence, records, packages, etc., on regular messenger rounds and upon request.

Performs basic clerical duties such as issuing office supplies, keeping track of data and records, and completing predetermined forms in accordance to established procedures.

Opens and processes property tax payments and payments to various County departments and related agencies.

Accepts credit card or check payment transactions at a cashiering window.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
No training or experience is required.

PHYSICAL CLASS :
II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Additional Information

ASSESSMENT PROCESS :
This opportunity is considered non-competitive, meaning you will only need to meet the requirements. If you do, we will put you on a register with everyone who qualifies and use it to fill vacancies as they occur.

VETERAN'S CREDIT:
If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veterans' credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or email it to ttcexams@ttc.lacounty.gov as soon as possible. Please reference the examination title and number.

This register is for TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT ONLY.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION :
Qualified applicants will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months from the date of promulgation.

Qualified applicants will be placed on a eligible register without indication of relative standing in the assessment process. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except a person without Veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three or more names on the list of persons entitled to Veteran's credit.

No person may participate in this examination more than once every six (6) months; doing so, will result in the rejection of your application.

VACANCY INFORMATION : The eligible register of successful candidates created from this assessment will be used to fill TEMPORARY vacancies in the Department of Treasurer and Tax Collector, located at the Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, as they occur.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
hvuong@ttc.lacounty.gov
lvargas@ttc.lacounty.gov
ncontreras@ttc.lacounty.gov
ttcexams@ttc.lacounty.gov

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER :
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL, AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) : The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

DEPARTMENT CONTACT : TTC Exams/Recruitment (213) 974-2178 ttcexams@ttc.lacounty.gov
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922
ADA COORDINATOR PHONE :
(213) 974-2178
TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 899-4099
ALTERNATE TELETYPE PHONE :
(800) 897-0077

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Closing Date/Time: 7/16/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$23.00 Hourly