City of South Portland - Tax Clerk/Cashier

Start Date: March 17, 2025 | End Date: April 14, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Finance

The City of South Portland is currently seeking a 37.5 hour a week (four-day workweek) full-time Tax Clerk - Cashier to join our Finance Department. This is an opportunity to join a well-run city and play a part in serving our community with further opportunities for professional growth.

Position Summary: The Tax Clerk - Cashier is responsible for performing cashiering functions and other duties related to the collection and processing payments for property taxes, vehicle registrations, receivables, citation tickets and other receipts to the City.  The work involves direct customer service with the public. The work environment is similar to a customer service lobby.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required; 2 years of higher education or equivalent preferred.

Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in cashiering and direct customer service.  Experience with Tyler or other municipal software and/or experience with motor vehicle registrations is a plus.

Benefits: The City of South Portland offers competitive pay and a robust selection of employee benefits, including an excellent health plan with affordable family coverage, matched retirement options, dental, vision, life, income protection, long term disability, flexible spending accounts and more.  The City also offers health insurance “payment-in-lieu” and professional development opportunities.  We offer thirteen (13) paid holidays, fifteen (15) sick days annually, two (2) personal days, and vacation commensurate with relevant experience. The City of South Portland is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce and provides employees job stability; a positive, family friendly workplace where work/life needs are valued and supported; and the support, encouragement and tools for successful careers.  The City of South Portland values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and embraces sustainable operations. Come join our team dedicated to service excellence!

Salary Range: $21.92 – $24.96/hour ($42,774-$48,672 annually) depending on experience.  This position is eligible for annual step increases, and possible annual cost of living increases as approved by the City Council.

Application materials will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. First round interviews will be determined for all who apply on or before Monday, April 7th, 2025.

Job description and fillable application are available on our website at www.southportland.gov.

To apply please send a cover letter, resume, application and three professional references to [email protected], or mail them to us at:

City of South Portland

Genny Dyer, Human Resources Generalist

25 Cottage Road

South Portland, Maine 04106

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