Tax Specialist I (Jurisdiction Coordinator)

Tax Specialist I (Jurisdiction Coordinator)

Salary

$33.84 Hourly

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

16976

Department

Tax Assessor Collector

Opening Date

07/20/2026

Closing Date

8/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

Job Summary:

The Tax Specialist (Jurisdiction Coordinator) position plays a critical role in coordinating with taxing entities, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and facilitating clear communication between the Tax Office and external agencies. This is a full-time, in-office position. Remote work is not available unless specifically authorized based on operational needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for completing taxing entity requests, providing accurate and timely responses.
• Manages Truth-In-Taxation calculations in setting taxing entity tax rates.
• Compiles and maintain taxing entities' resolutions/ordinances for exemptions and attorney fees.
• Conducting Texas Comptroller's Property Value Studies including audits.
• Consults with taxing entities to ensure a thorough understanding of collection and appraisal reports, as well as Tax Office services.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships between the Tax Office and taxing entities.
• Assists with taxing entity audits and facilitate bank changes as necessary.
• Assists in processing and researching property tax payments during peak tax season.
• Processes payments in the form of cash, check, credit, or other forms of monetary value, ensuring every action is recorded and the cash drawer and non-cash transactions are balanced to the exact dollar amount.
• Other assigned duties

About the Tax Assessor-Collector

The Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector's Office is essential for ensuring the proper administration of tax laws and providing vital services to the community. The office plays a key role in local government, handling various financial and administrative tasks including:

• Property Tax Collection: Assess and collect property taxes for all eligible commercial and residential property owners and entities. Calculate property taxes based on appraised values and ensure collection and distribution to the appropriate entities.
• Motor Vehicle Services: Manage commercial and residential vehicle registration, issue license plates, and handle vehicle title transfers, including the collection of associated fees.
• Voter Registration: Oversee voter registration within the county, issue voter registration certificates, and maintain an accurate voter registration roll.
• Additional Revenue Collection: Collecting certain fees, fines, and revenues related to permits or state mandates, depending on the county's needs.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

• Associate's degree in Business Administration or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of professional business office experience in taxation, finance, governmental administration, or a related field.
• Experience working with Truth-In-Taxation laws, property taxation, or tax collection processes is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of local government operations and financial reporting is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, public-facing, and stressful environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills - Ability to assess financial data, tax regulations, and reporting details with strong attention to accuracy.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills - Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with taxing entities, government officials, and internal teams effectively.
• Organizational Skills - Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and documentation efficiently.
• Attention to Detail - Strong ability to ensure accuracy in calculations, records, and reports.
• Technical Proficiency - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, tax calculation software, and financial management systems.
• Regulatory Knowledge - Ability to interpret and apply tax laws, policies, and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Customer Service Skills - Ability to provide professional and courteous assistance to taxing entities and other stakeholders
• Data Management and Research - Experience working with financial records, tax data, and conducting research for audits and inquiries.
• Ability to Work Independently and as Part of a Team - Self-motivated with the capability to take initiative while also collaborating effectively with colleagues.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working in a county tax office or government finance department.
• Strong knowledge of local government operations and financial reporting is a plus

General Information

Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily in an office setting subject to frequent interruptions with extensive work at a computer workstation and site visits to various Tax Offices, Harris County and community facilities, both outdoors and indoors.
• Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours and occasional overnight travel to conferences and training sessions required.

Physical Demands:

• This role is a standard office role that requires remaining stationary for long periods of time. At times, boxes or equipment must be transported weighing up to 30 lbs.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*
• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position? Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.

• High School or GED diploma
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• None of the above

02

If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?

• Business Administration
• Accounting
• Finance
• Other related field
• Unrelated field
• N/A; No degree

03

Please describe your educational background (i.e. diploma, degree, certifications, etc.) including the level of education completed, area of study, and completed major and minor programs.

04

Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions:

Advanced:

A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.

Intermediate:

A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.

Basic:

A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.

Entry Level:

A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.

• Advanced
• Intermediate
• Basic
• Entry Level
• Not proficient

05

Which of the following best describes your verifiable professional business office experience in taxation, finance, governmental administration, or a related field? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)

• Less than five (5) years
• Five (5) years or more
• I do not have this experience

06

Please provide details about your verifiable professional business office experience in taxation, finance, governmental administration, or a related field. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

07

Which of the following best describes your additional knowledge & experience as it relates to this position? Select all that apply

• Experience working with Truth-In-Taxation laws, property taxation, or tax collection processes.
• Experience working in a county tax office or government finance department.
• Strong knowledge of local government operations and financial reporting
• I do not have any of this experience

08

If you made a selection in regards to the previous question(s), please describe your verifiable experience. NOTE: Please DO NOT use "See Resume" as we do not use resumes for qualifications. (Type N/A if not applicable)

Required Question

Employer Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx