Notice: The City of Buckhannon Transfer Station is closed Wednesday due to a malfunctioning scale. The Recycling Center remains open, and all waste pickups will continue on the regular schedule.

Sheriff of Upshur County accepting applications for full-time Tax Deputy

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; and 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 Office
TAX DIVISION
38 W. Main Street, Room 101
Buckhannon, WV 26201

Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Applications must be RECEIVED in their office no later than close of business (4 p.m.) on Friday, March 28, 2025.

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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