City of Philadelphia · 2 weeks ago
Legal Assistant - Tax Litigation & Collections Unit - Water Litigation Division
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$44K/yr - $61K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Philadelphia is seeking a Legal Assistant for its Tax Unit’s Water Litigation Division, focusing primarily on rent sequestration. The role involves facilitating disputes, collaborating with the revenue department, and ensuring efficient performance of enforcement programs.
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Responsibilities
Serve as liaison between high level officials/department heads, taxpayers and water customers, and others to facilitate disputes and resolutions in the City’s interest
Collaborate with revenue department regarding customer needs, data sharing, increased revenue, reduced costs, and improved communications
Engage in court communications to ensure efficient performance of enforcement programs
Work with inventory maintenance both building and reviewing for appropriateness with respect to court and client
Collaborate with other Tax Unit staff to ensure efficient handling of cases
Monitor enforcement program performance
Develop statistical reporting and communicate findings to allow stakeholders to better monitor and strategize collection efforts
Qualification
Required
Excellent written and oral communication
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work in a demanding and fast-paced setting
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse team members
Experience with Word and Excel
Ability to promptly learn to use custom City applications (Prism, Basis2, Case II/4D) required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate or equivalent
Three or more years' experience in a legal setting, preferably in a law firm or an in-house legal department
Benefits
Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8weeks of paid parental leave.
We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Generous retirement savings options are available
Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
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City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the fifth-most-populous city in the United States.
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