A local government revenue collector is responsible for collecting taxes and other revenue from individuals and businesses within a local jurisdiction. They are typically responsible for collecting a variety of taxes, such as income tax, business tax, real estate or property tax, or other local fees or charges.
The duties of a local government revenue collector may include preparing and issuing assessment notices, setting up payment plans, and keeping track of payments and payments due. Additional duties may include processing payments, calculating interest and penalties, maintaining accurate and updated records, preparing payment summaries, and reporting tax payment and receipts.
Providing customer service is also a key duty of a local government revenue collector; they must be able to answer any questions people have about assessment notices or payment plans and provide assistance to citizens who need help understanding or following through with payment plans. They must also be knowledgeable about relevant laws and regulations, and keep abreast of any changes.
