Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Microsoft Office, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Writing Skills
Deputy Clerk - Recorder (Full-Time, Non-Exempt) JobID: 3656
Position Type:
Champaign County/Deputy County Clerk (County Clerk)
Date Posted:
6/2/2026
Location:
102 E. Main St. (Bennett Building)
Date Available:
As Soon As Possible
Closing Date:
06/15/2026
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Position Title: Deputy Clerk Recorder of Deeds (Full-Time, Non-Exempt)
Department: County Clerk and Recorder
Hours: Monday Friday 8:00a 4:30p, except Holidays
Summary
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented team member to join the Recorder of Deeds division at the Champaign County Clerk's office! This position performs a wide variety of clerical duties associated with processing and maintaining official records. We are looking for someone who wants to work with a fun and supportive team. This is a full-time union position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following as other duties may be assigned.
- Answers phones.
- Assists customers at the counter.
- Responds to email and queries from customers.
- Takes in money and issues receipts.
- Assists customers with looking up information contained in a variety of public records, filling out forms, and in retrieval and recording documents.
- Posts changes in permanent record books and balances these figures against computer print outs/tie outs.
- Maintain ledger books and financial records on a large number of accounts.
- May type correspondence, bills for services, documents, abstracts, and forms.
- Helps with opening and closing duties.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)/associate's degree and two years of responsible office/clerical experience -OR- equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to keep confidential sensitive information.
- Strong analytical or problem-solving ability.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Solid computer skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Customer service oriented.
- Time management with ability to meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Professional demeanor at work.
Compensation
- Wage Rage: $18.45 - $23.38 per hour, depending on qualifications.
- The County offers a competitive benefits package, which is outlined at https:/www.co.champaign.il.us/jobs, including membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), optional 457 deferred compensation plans, and a comprehensive health insurance plan.
How to Apply
- Apply on the Champaign County website.
- Questions and requests for accommodations may be sent to apatton@champaigncountyil.gov.
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