York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success.
Mission Statement– York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.
Vision Statement– York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.
Core Values - Excellence through Professionalism
- Respect -respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it?Golden rule - treat others as you want to be treated.
- Dedicated- strong work ethic. How we live it?Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best.
- Integrity- do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it?Displaying strong moral principles.
- Knowledgeable- ready and able. How we live it?Having the right competencies necessary for achievement.
- Friendly- service with a smile. How we live it?Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL.
We are hiring a full-time (40 hours weekly), non-exempt Real Property Transfer Analyst in the Assessor's Office. The purpose of this position is to research and analyze various legal documents to determine changes in ownership in order to maintain the property’s chain of title in accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws; communicates with affected property owners, citizens, attorneys, realtors, surveyors and other public officials regarding the processing and transfer of real property deeds and property reassessment decisions.
Projected Salary Range/Pay Grade 111:$20.40 - $24.48 per hour. Salary is determined based on qualifications.
Schedule:Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Our Total Compensation Package:
- Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
- Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Parental Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
- 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- SC State Retirement Plan Pension
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Expanded Sick Bank
- Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
- Wellness Screenings
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Analyzes deeds and other documents for accuracy of property transferred and to maintain proper chain of title. Consults with property owners, attorneys, paralegals, surveyors and other public officials to answer questions or to ensure appropriate transfer.
- Updates and maintains property records database with new transfer information as to ownership, deed reference, plat reference, legal descriptions, sales information, qualification and reassessment requirements.
- Receives real estate deeds and other legal documents as recorded in the ROD office making proper identification of transferred property and affixes Assessor’s endorsement.
- Records all information to property records for each transfer.
- Updates and maintains database for all manufactured housing.
- Conducts special research assignments for property ownership as assigned by the Deputy Assessor and Assessor.
- Answers telephone providing accurate information to callers and/or forwards to appropriate personnel, screening calls, taking messages as necessary.
- Participates in greeting and assisting office visitors providing information on property assessments and assisting with special assessment applications, and address change forms as needed.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Associate’s Degree.
- Two (2) years of experience in business, real estate, paralegal services or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
- Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
