| Location | Minneapolis, MN |
| Salary | $51,818.17–$78,548.97 Per Year |
Real Estate and Tax Specialist III
Salary
$51,818.17 - $78,548.97 Annually
Location
Downtown Minneapolis
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26LITSA03MV021
Department
Land Information and Tax Svcs
Division
Property Tax Summary
Opening Date
10/14/2026
Closing Date
10/21/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Property Tax Division of the Land Information and Tax Services department is seeking to fill a Real Estate and Tax Specialist III position. Under limited supervision, this position will review, process, and maintain property tax records and assist clients with transactions related to payments, mail processing, and other complex property tax questions and topics.
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Location and hours:
This position is located at the Hennepin County Government Center located at 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55487. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with typical hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About the position type:
This is a full-time, benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as a Real Estate and Tax Specialist III.
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In this position, you will:
Need to have:
One of the following:
Nice to have:
Experience:
Working as a Real Estate and Tax Specialist I and/or Real Estate and Tax Specialist II.
customer service in person and/or over the phone.
Working with complex math, such as calculating interest and tax amounts.
Working with general accounting and reconciliation.
With Minnesota state statutes and/or property taxes in a work setting.
Using Microsoft Office Suite products, especially Excel and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and meet objectives under limited supervision.
About the department:
Land Information and Tax Services is a department within the Resident Services Line of Business of Hennepin County that covers foundational responsibilities of government: land surveying, land recording, property tax collection and distribution. We also provide critical infrastructure and innovation support to departments throughout Resident Services.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Talent Acquisition division
Hennepin County Human Resources department
Submit a request at hennepin.us/ask-hr or 612-348-7855
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others cant - including:
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Employee Benefits Summary
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This position is located at the Hennepin County Government Center located at 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55487. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with typical hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
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Employer Hennepin County
Address Hennepin County Government Center
300 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55487
Phone 612-348-7855