MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL RATES OFFICER Marlborough is recognised internationally as the centre of New Zealand's wine industry and for the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds. As a unitary authority Marlborough District Council looks after Marlborough's outstanding natural environment and invests in the region's infrastructure, people and quality lifestyle. The Financial Services Section of the Finance Department provides the services of financial reporting, business planning, budget preparation, financial advice, treasury, taxation, rates administration, statutory compliance for financial related matters and financial processing functions. This role is responsible for maintaining the Rating Information Database (RID) so that property and owners' details are up to date and that appropriate rates and charges are levied. It also includes managing the rates rebates and direct debit processes. The role will be evolving as we adopt new technologies for processing some of the workload. If you're an excellent administrator with an eye for detail, and you are interested in becoming our new Rates Officer, you should have: Very good computer skills with the ability to learn new software programmes. Sound numeracy skills with a commitment to accuracy at a detailed level. A strong focus on customer service and a mature attitude. The ability to communicate confidently by telephone, email and face to face. Good time management practice and ability to meet deadlines. We are keen to receive applications from people with a minimum of NCEA Level 3 or with at least four years' experience in a similar customer service or administrative type role. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for then please apply. Applications close at 5.00 pm on 11 January 2021. Applications should be made online via the careers page www. marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Merryl Hodgson on merryl.hodgson@marlborough.govt.nz. MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL www.marlborough.govt.nz MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL RATES OFFICER Marlborough is recognised internationally as the centre of New Zealand's wine industry and for the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds. As a unitary authority Marlborough District Council looks after Marlborough's outstanding natural environment and invests in the region's infrastructure, people and quality lifestyle. The Financial Services Section of the Finance Department provides the services of financial reporting, business planning, budget preparation, financial advice, treasury, taxation, rates administration, statutory compliance for financial related matters and financial processing functions. This role is responsible for maintaining the Rating Information Database (RID) so that property and owners' details are up to date and that appropriate rates and charges are levied. It also includes managing the rates rebates and direct debit processes. The role will be evolving as we adopt new technologies for processing some of the workload. If you're an excellent administrator with an eye for detail, and you are interested in becoming our new Rates Officer, you should have: Very good computer skills with the ability to learn new software programmes. Sound numeracy skills with a commitment to accuracy at a detailed level. A strong focus on customer service and a mature attitude. The ability to communicate confidently by telephone, email and face to face. Good time management practice and ability to meet deadlines. We are keen to receive applications from people with a minimum of NCEA Level 3 or with at least four years' experience in a similar customer service or administrative type role. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for then please apply. Applications close at 5.00 pm on 11 January 2021. Applications should be made online via the careers page www. marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Merryl Hodgson on merryl.hodgson@marlborough.govt.nz. MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL www.marlborough.govt.nz