Recording and Licensing Technician 2

Why Its a Great Opportunity:

As a seasoned data entry cashiering and customer service professional with extraordinary attention to detail you will work with highly sensitive and important documents while providing exceptional in-person customer service to our recording customers.

Why Its a Great Department:

The mission of the Pierce County Auditors Office is to provide the tools and resources people need so they can turn around and impact their community. We conduct secure and trustworthy elections we maintain the integrity and accessibility of public records and we provide reliable licensing and passport services. We also provide administrative direction and support for the Pierce County Opioid Abatement Council. We are a team that promotes trust through positivity change innovation and kindness.

• Recording. The Recording Division receives indexes and records public documents such as deeds maps mortgage materials easements powers of attorney liens and military discharge papers. We process anywhere from 100000 to 200000 public documents each year depending on market conditions. We collect excise tax payments on the sale of real property.
• Licensing. The Licensing Division provides auto and boat title services such as tab renewals trip permits license plate replacement and more. Want to get married in Pierce County Thats us. Need a pet license in unincorporated Pierce County Thats us too. We manage licensing for certain businesses in unincorporated Pierce County and we staff a full-time full-service passport office.

Learn more about the Auditors Officehere.

How to be Successful in the Role:

We are looking for a self-motivated person who has cash handling experience thrives on variety loves serving customers and has the ability to quickly interpret and apply RCW and WAC. Someone who has a love of learning and can retain and apply information quickly and accurately will excel in this role. Predictable and reliable attendance is a must as our customers depend on us to be there for services.

Your Future in this Role:

The Recording and Licensing Technician is a series position with opportunity to learn cross-train and grow. Additionally Pierce County offers professional development through a custom Leadership Certification program robust online learning and other training opportunities. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities to build a great career.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

• Interpret and apply the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and any Washington Administrative Code (WAC) as it applies to the Recording and Licensing Division.
• Assist and resolve technical problems and questions with other staff members.
• Investigate and resolve customer questions problems and complaints.
• Assist in the training of lower-level staff.
• Prepare daily deposits and other financial documents as needed and forward appropriate documentation and funds to various County and State agencies.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.

• Additional education or experience which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of this position may substitute on a year for year basis.
• Three years of clerical or customer service experience that includes two years with cashiering experience.
• Additional Licensing Unit requirement: Certified Vehicle Licensing Representative.
• Please attach a current resume and cover letter with your application. Failure to include these will result in an incomplete application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recording Unit: Clerical experience in real estate banking excise tax collection or loan processing.

As a condition of employment the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting APPLY above or go to: you have a question about this opportunity please email the Recruitment Team at and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments phone screen and interviews.

At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home

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