Mobile Home Technician

FOR BEST CONSIDERATION APPLY BY NOVEMBER 5, 2026

***A RESUME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION

Definition: This position is responsible for the review, collection, and management of delinquent mobile home property taxes. Work involves obtaining and securing payment for taxes due to McKinley County. Incumbent prepares statements and a variety of reports concerning taxpayer delinquencies for distribution. Responsibilities requires exercising tact and judgment to obtain public cooperation voluntarily rather than through legal sanctions. Work is performed within clearly defined areas of statutes, ordinances, regulations, and procedures and is reviewed on completion through collection reports and citizen response.

Essential Job Functions:  The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the common duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-common tasks. 

• Reviews, investigates, and collects delinquent tax accounts; attempts to locate and/or meet delinquent taxpayers; contacts them by correspondence, telephone, or in person concerning payments. Prepares and monitors installment agreements.
• Manages and assists the preparation of mailing the annual delinquent property tax notices.
• Prepares statements and reports of unpaid tax accounts for distribution to delinquent taxpayers, attorneys, and mortgage companies.
• Holds auctions for non-payment on delinquent mobile homes and other personal property pursuant to New Mexico state laws.
• Files and releases mobile home tax liens on New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division’s online system for delinquent taxes according to New Mexico State Statues.
• Delivers Red Tags and Demand Warrants to delinquent mobile home and personal property owners.
• Assists the public/customers by answering inquiries, providing requested information and/or directing them to the appropriate department.
• Accepts and applies ad valorem property tax payments, prepayments and other revenue that are received via mail, phone, drop off box, in person, and/or online; and supplies receipts and statements when requested.
• As needed, reviews, and verifies account for overpayment or prepayment; receipts daily deposits from County departments; Ensures/verifies that funds are coded appropriately; processes refund check, letters of explanation; balances and verifies cash drawer/till.
• Prepares and issues tax releases and moving certificates for Mobile Homes
• As needed/directed performs a variety of administrative type duties specific to the office which include, but are not limited to, answering the telephones, assembling tax bills for individuals, businesses, and mortgage companies, typing correspondence, memorandums, and forms.
• Manages and oversees the Prepayment Program for property taxes by preparing and mailing coupons, agreements, default notices, etc.
• Prepares and posts journal entries for review, as well as, creating various month end treasurer reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 
Guidelines:
Established guidelines include N.M. State laws, rules and regulations governing the Office of the County Treasurer, including administration of property/personal taxes, distribution, expenditure, and accountability of County Funds. Other guides include County policies and procedures, State of N.M. Finance, procedures regarding property taxes. The incumbent is required to use judgment in the selection and application of available guidelines.
 
Working Conditions: 
The majority of work is performed in an office setting that is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated with level floors that are carpeted or tiled. Occasional travel is required as the operator of or as a passenger in a motorized vehicle in order to receive or issue work products. Most travel is performed over paved roadways in a county vehicle, equipped with automatic transmission and power equipment. Work may involve going out in the field intermittently. 
 
Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Any combination of college education, training and/or experience in a progressively responsible clerical or administrative work equal to one (1) year, directly related to bookkeeping, accounting, cashiering or such work which involves the accountability of cash.

 
Preferred Qualifications: 

• An Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience directly related to bookkeeping, accounting, cashiering, or such work which involves the accountability of cash and negotiable instruments.
• Experience working in a County/Local Government environment.
• Bilingual (Navajo or Spanish)

 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general statutes governing delinquent tax account collections and of legal procedures applicable to revenue collection.
• Knowledge of modern business and office practices, procedures, and equipment, including data processing methods
• Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, and procedures related to the collections of property tax.
• Knowledge of standard collection practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, OneDrive and OneNote.
• Knowledge of database platforms, such as Microsoft Access or FileMaker.
• Ability to ensure that the established McKinley County requirements, Federal laws and regulations, etc., are carried out as daily practices in the operation of this office.
• Ability to deal tactfully but firmly with delinquent and non-delinquent taxpayers.
• Ability to assist in overseeing the work of an assigned group of clerical personnel.
• Ability to express ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to review and edit data control reports for accuracy.
• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accordance with the McKinley County Personnel, Code of Ethics and Conflict of Interest Policies.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials, and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, or political affiliation.
• Ability to perform tasks utilizing data processing methods and systems.
• Ability to use reason and judgement in performing duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks.

 
Physical Demands:

• Frequent walking, bending, standing.
• Frequent reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying items weighing up to thirty (30) pounds.
• Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying of items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Sitting for periods of time, up to four (4) hours
• Manual dexterity to operate personal computer keyboards, calculators, and other office equipment.
• Good vision and hearing

 
Supervisory Controls:
This position performs under the general supervision of the Chief Deputy Treasurer who makes work assignments, provides deadlines, and gives work direction and interpretation citing, established policy and guidance.
 
Certificates and Licenses:

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License at time of employment and be insurable for liability purposes; and the ability to possess a New Mexico Driver’s License within six (6) months of hire.
• Able to successfully complete the New Mexico Certified Public Official Certification within three (3) years of hire.

Conditions of Employment:

• Final offer of employment is contingent upon favorable background and reference checks.
• Must complete required background check and basic computer training with the State of New Mexico for access to NM MVD’s online system within six (6) months of hire.

 
DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or re-assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.