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Job Description
Applications will be reviewed by Tulare County Human Resources & Development. As extra help positions become available, County departments with the job openings select the most qualified and appropriate applicant for the position available. The number of hours and duration of employment varies by each assignment. Extra help employees may work in a variety of County departments in locations throughout the geographic county area.
Extra help employees may not work more than 1,559 hours in any fiscal year from July to June. An extra help employee who mistakenly works in excess of 1,559 hours in a fiscal year does not become a probationary or regular employee.
Applications will be active for six months. If you are hired for extra help and you complete a work assignment and then you if you wish to be employed again, you must resubmit an Extra Help application online.
There are no benefits associated with extra help positions.
Current vacancy is with the Tulare County Assessor-Clerk Recorders Office located at the Visalia Courthouse.
Schedule is Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5pm per the hours allowed for Extra Help positions.
Typical Duties
DUTY SAMPLE- Examine documents for accuracy in order to determine their acceptability for recordation.
- Read complex technical documents and enter required information into the computer to create official records and vital statistics indices.
- Determine prescribed fees to be charged for the recording of documents.
- Examine maps for recordation.
- Cite State and County laws, rules, regulations and policies which provide the basis for the acceptance or rejection of documents presented for public recordation.
For a full list of duties for this position, please click here. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tulare/classspecs?keywords=027712
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.
Education:- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12 th ) grade.
Experience:- One (1) year of clerical experience, including preparing, processing, accepting or reviewing various legal documents.
Knowledge of:- Legal documents sufficient to review, record and file.
- Basic math sufficient to calculate recording fees and documentary transfer taxes.
- U.S. monetary system; operation of automated office equipment. alphabetical and numerical filing systems.
Skill/Ability to:- Work and communicate effectively with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
- Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
- Type at a minimum of 40 words per minute.
- Use patience, tact and courtesy in dealing with the public and other employees.
- Lead and understand procedures and instructions.
- Write; legibly.
- Proofread for accuracy.
- Assist customers and make decisions regarding specific questions or procedures.
- Define and solve problems and select the appropriate course of action.
- Organize work in proper step-by-step order.
- Remain flexible and tolerant under changing workloads.
- Perform routine, repetitive work to completion.
- Use business telephone etiquette.
DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:- Recording procedures for real and personal property; recordable documents.
- Ability to speak, read and write in Spanish is desirable.
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment:- Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
- An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
- Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Closing Date/Time: 9/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific - Examine documents for accuracy in order to determine their acceptability for recordation.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Tulare - HR&D
Show moreThe mission of Tulare County Human Resources and Development is to attract, retain, and develop a highly skilled workforce. We provide a wide array of services to our department and agencies including training, payroll processing, employee/labor relations, employee records, wellness programs, and benefits administration. Our dedicated staff supports 20 County Departments and over 5,100 employees in more than 800 job classifications.
Tulare County employees enjoy generous benefits, including a choice of excellent health plans, vacation, paid time off and retirement packages. Working for Tulare County is like working with family. You are encouraged, supported and given flexibility to balance your work life and your private life. You'll have an opportunity to begin or enhance a meaningful career where what you do matters.
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