Iowa County Auditor's Clerk

Open Position:       Auditor’s Clerk

Reports To:              Auditor

Status:                      Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for supporting the county auditor in various tasks including but limited to elections, clerk to the board of supervisors, county budget, annual financial reports, tabulating taxable property valuations and tax statements, and serve as backup for claims, payroll and updating county plat books. Work 8:00 – 4:30, Monday through Friday, with potential for additional hours, especially during election seasons.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Attend work as scheduled,
• Work well with others, including the public, co-workers and elected officials using tact and courtesy,
• Follow county handbooks, State and Federal regulations and other instructions,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
• Produce accurate work with attention to details and good organization.

SPECIFIC DUTIES                                                                                                                                                         

• Serve as the first point of contact with phone calls and walk-in customers,
• Sort mail for courthouse departments,
• Serve as backup secretary to the board of supervisors,
• Assist with Federal, State and Local Elections,
• Serve as backup for payroll and claims processing (accounts payable),
• Refer to the Code of Iowa, and other sources to obtain specific information relating to the job,
• Other tasks assigned by the Auditor.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School graduate or G.E.D.
• Knowledge of basic business math and generally accepted accounting principles
• Operate general office equipment such as computer, copier/scanner, calculator
• Sit at a desk for extended periods, stand for extended periods to assist office visitors
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Bondable

BENEFITS

PAY

Starting salary is $45,212 (equal to 60% of the Elected Officials salary) with a quarterly 5% increase not to exceed 75% of the Elected Officials salary; increases are contingent on employee’s job performance.

TO APPLY

Send cover letter, resume, and Iowa County Job Application form (available in the Auditor’s office or at

www.iowacounty.iowa.gov) to Iowa County Auditor, Attn: Brandy Enochson, 970 Court Ave, Marengo, IA 52301 by 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 6, 2025

Iowa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disabled and veterans.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Employment Application

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Department: Auditor
• Posted: 5/13/25
• Expires: Posted until filled.