Job Alert! Sheriff of Upshur County now accepting applications for Tax Deputy

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BUCKHANNON – The Sheriff of Upshur County is accepting applications for the full-time benefited position of Tax Deputy.

Applicants should possess the ability to work well with the public and function as a team member, have a good knowledge of standard bookkeeping practices, office procedures and equipment; must have excellent attention to detail.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A combination of higher education and/or work experience would be beneficial to allow for the successful completion of the job functions.

Individuals may obtain an application at the following address:

Upshur County Sheriff’s Department TAX DIVISION

38 W. Main Street, Room 101

Buckhannon, WV 26201 Monday -Friday 8am – 4:00 pm

Applications must be RECEIVED in our office no later than close of business (4:00pm) on Friday, September 29, 2023.

Please do not make phone inquiries about this position. Employment with the Sheriff of Upshur County is available to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. Upshur County has established a drug free and tobacco free work environment

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