Salary : $135,076.03 - $189,106.44 Annually
Location : Monroe, NC
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 414026
Department: Tax Administration
Opening Date: 07/28/2026

General Statement
The Deputy Tax Administrator, under limited supervision, performs administrative and supervisory work in planning, organizing and directing effective and comprehensive appraisal, collection, and assessment programs for the County. Work involves ensuring the completeness and accuracy of all ad valorem tax records in Union County. Employee is responsible for assisting subordinate staff in communicating tax information and for participating in the preparation and maintenance of a variety of records and reports. Manages and provides strategic direction for assigned work groups. Helps resolve taxpayer complaints and issues in a timely and effective manner. Facilitates communication and coordination between assigned divisions and other county departments.

Essential Functions
Participates in the hiring, evaluation, and training of new employees.
Assists the Tax Administrator in the preparation of annual revenue estimates for the county budget process.
Ensures reports are sent to county clerk for distribution to the governing body and county officials.
Performs duties of subordinate staff as needed during vacation or sick leave periods
Researches and advises the Tax Administrator on difficult or controversial situations.
Ensures the concerns and problems of staff are resolved and/or conveyed to Tax Administrator for his/her assistance when needed
Prepares annual operating budget for assigned divisions
Assists in the planning for the utilization of manpower, space, and equipment.
Evaluates divisional activities and recommends any needed changes
Coordinates office functions with other tax divisions and county offices
Reviews, Interprets and makes policy decisions based on general statutes, case law, Department of Revenue memos, county policies and office procedures for staff.
Approves employees leave time to ensure adequate staff in order to maintain effective operation.
Participates in establishing divisional and department goals, policies, procedures, and operations.
Assists staff in resolving special problems and irate customer situations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
POSITION SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Appraisal

Provide general oversight in the planning and coordination of activities related Real Estate Appraisal, GIS/Land Records, tax relief programs, and other general assessment functions.
Monitors workload and workflow with in the division and between the real estate division and other divisions and departments.
Develops policies and procedures to best utilize CAMA system.
Evaluates divisional activities and recommends any needed changes.
Coordinates the development and preparation of the Schedule of Values leading up to periodic reappraisals.
Prepares information on matters to be presented to the Board of Equalization and Review.
Creates plans for and guide implementation of new technology systems.
Serves as hearing clerk for the Board of Equalization and Review.
Assists in the defense of property tax appeal to the NC Property Tax Commission and beyond.
Compiles, calculates, and disseminates annual tax bills for Union County, fourteen municipalities, 17 fire tax districts, and related special assessment districts.
Prepares ad hoc reports for data editing, forecasting, what-if scenarios, legislative impact studies, and other situations for internal and external customers as requested.
Provides property tax data files to requesting parties upon request.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, GIS, Public Administration, Real Estate, Data Analytics, or related field andseven (7) years of experience in Business Management, Tax Office Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses or Certifications:

Appraisal

Possession of Appraiser Level I, II, or III certification issued by the North Carolina Department of Revenue, or the ability to obtain the Level I within two years of employment; or RES, AAS, or CAE designation issued by IAAO

Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, GIS, Public Administration, Real Estate, Accounting, or related field and eight (8) years of experience; or Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or related field or equivalent and five (5) years of experience in Business Management, Tax Office Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses or Certifications:

Appraisal

Possession of Appraiser Level II or III certification issued by the North Carolina Department of Revenue; or RES, AAS, or CAE designation issued by IAAO

Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computers, typewriters, calculators, copiers, facsimile machines, etc. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the need to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
INSURANCE PROGRAMS

HEALTH INSURANCE

All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period. Preventative Care Coverage Prescription Coverage

Health & Wellness Center available exclusively to Union County employees, spouses and dependents covered under the health plan.

DENTAL INSURANCE

All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period.

LIFE INSURANCE

Basic Term life Insurance in the amount of one times the annual salary is provided for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Additional coverage for Life Insurance (Accident, Cancer, Long Term and Short Term) is available for purchase through payroll deduction for the employee and eligible dependents.

FINANCIAL PROGRAMS

RETIREMENT

Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have five (5) years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS.

NC401(k)

The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a five percent (5%) contribution based on biweekly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.

457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to all employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

Options are available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Debit Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.

Health Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.

Dependent Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.

DIRECT DEPOSIT

Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.

TRUIST
No Overdraft Fees
$100 Negative Balance Buffer
Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay

LEAVE PROGRAMS

VACATION LEAVE

Vacation leave is accrued based on creditable years of service in the Local Government Employees Retirement System.

SICK LEAVE

For full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at eight (8.0) hours per month. Benefitted part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time rate. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.

SICK LEAVE TRANSFER FROM OTHER AGENCIES

Unused sick leave earned from another North Carolina Governmental Agency and/or entity, will be accepted and transferred to the County as follows: twelve (12) sick leave days will be transferred and added to the employees active sick leave balance after completion of six (6) months of employment. The remaining balance of sick leave documented for transfer at the time of employment will be recorded in the employees permanent personnel file. On the fifth anniversary of employment with the County, the remaining balance of transferred sick leave will be added to the employees active sick leave balance.

HOLIDAYS

There are 13 County recognized holidays (includes 3 days for Christmas) per year with 1 floating holiday available.

MILITARY LEAVE

Annual Training - 10 paid workdays granted.

Active Duty - 20 paid workdays granted.

CIVIL LEAVE

Paid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.

FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

Federal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.

PAID PARENTAL LEAVE

Parental Leave provides the employee paid leave for the first eight weeks of approved FML for the birth of a son or daughter, or placement with the employee of a son or daughter for adoption or foster care.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

Educational Leave is available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees when participating in a job-related, short course, such as an update, not to exceed ten (10) consecutive working days.

VOLUNTEER TIME OFF

Volunteer Time Off will provide employees with 16 hours of paid time per calendar year to volunteer at approved Union County community partner agencies.
OTHER PROGRAMS

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.

AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER

We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees through payroll deduction.

NATIONAL COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM

The National College Savings Program is open to all employees. The Program is designed to provide certain tax advantages, encourage and facilitate saving to pay the costs of attending eligible institutions.
01

Do you have seven years of related experience in Tax Administration?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess the Appraiser Level I, II, or III certification issued by the North Carolina Department of Revenue? If so, what level?
03

Do you have a RES, AAS, or CAE designation issued by IAAO? If so, please list.
Required Question