The Barbour County Assessor’s Office is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Field Data Collector & Mapping Assistant. This is a full-time position requiring 40 working hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:30am – 4:30pm.

Duties include, but are not limited to: door to door field review of real property on a daily basis, data collection and entry, customer assistance with mapping issues, along with general office/clerical tasks.

Minimum Salary for this position is $27,040 per year and is based on education, experience, performance and skills.

Qualifications: A valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required. High School Diploma required. General knowledge of Barbour County required. Professional meeting and communication skills required. Willingness to work outdoors, walking etc. required. Neat handwriting and ability to read and write in cursive required. Ability to read/use a tape measure/ruler. General math and computer skills required. Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred. Previous experience working with the public preferred.

Applicants are subject to approval by the WV Property Valuation Training and Procedures Commission. Applicant must complete Basic Assessment Training by the WV State Tax Division upon employment.

Interested individuals may apply online at https://barbourcountywv.gov/employment/ or in person at the Assessor’s Office by 4:30pm, Friday, April. 4^th.

NO phone calls please, inquire in person.

The Barbour County Commission does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or handicapped status for employment or the provision of services.

Position- Tax Deputy
Office- Barbour County Sheriff’s Tax Office

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Tax Collections and assistance to taxpayers. Balances of daily tax collections.
Sale of decals and assistance to taxpayers with renewal of motor vehicle registration and balances of daily decal
sales. Processing bi-monthly exonerations, as well as Redemptions received via the West Virginia State Auditor as
they arrive. Taking photos and printing cards for Concealed Weapons Permits. Collecting and receipting money for
accident reports and service of process. Collecting and receipting monies from other various offices
i.e.: Health Department, Community Corrections. Receipting in end of the month reports from the Barbour County
Assessor’s Office, County Clerk’s Office and Magistrate’s Office, paying out to correct accounts as needed.
Confirming proper logging of all accident reports and service of processes for the month and paying out
accordingly. All other responsibilities/duties as directed by the Chief Tax Deputy or Sheriff.

Qualifications Requirements: To perform this job successfully, applicant should have experience working with the
public and/or cash handling. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.

Other Qualifications: All Applicants will have a criminal background check performed on them. Those records must
be free from all but the most minor offenses.

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions,
and procedure manuals. Also must be able to communicate effectively with taxpayers and employees. Ability to read
and prepare short correspondence and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small
group situations to citizens, co-workers and others.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,
common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge of Microsoft
Office software and Word Processing. Operation of other office machines, i.e.: fax, copier, telephone and other
standard office equipment.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the work environment is usually moderate but may
occasionally be loud.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, use
hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk
and reach with hands or arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel
crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move
up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral
vision and depth perception.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work overtime during peak tax seasons.

Barbour County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, veteran’s status, sexual orientation
or marital or family status.

WVU Barbour County Extension Service

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Job Description

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Supervisor: Barbour County Program Coordinator

SUMMARY

This position works collaboratively as a member of the WVU Barbour County Extension Service, providing program, administrative/financial, technology, and secretarial support to faculty and staff and outside agencies. Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. Weekends may be required on occasion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to the following:

70%    PROGRAM PLANNING/IMPLEMENTATION

• Assists staff with developing, expanding, conducting, and implementing programs to reach diverse
• Assists with planning projects and events including summer camps, in-school programming, Legislative Pages, and County Fair.
• Includes tasks such as recruiting judges, volunteers, participants, and leaders.
• Assist with 4-H files, events, documentation, and reporting
• Maintain database of donors, write thank you notes, and assist with
• Assists with promotion of 4-H, nutrition, agriculture, and family and community development
• Other duties as assigned

10%    ADMINISTRATIVE/FINANCIAL SUPPORT

• Manage and maintain Extension Office budget accounts for the Barbour County Commission.
• Prepare expense reports and invoices to submit to County Commission for
• Serve as contact for agencies booking building conference
• Other duties as

10%    SECRETARIAL SUPPORT

• Answer phones and greet clients: Direct calls and clients to appropriate staff or volunteers when
• Compose correspondence and letters for mail and electronic
• Serve as main contact for the public by telephone and office
• Monitor, maintain, and operate office equipment such as copier, postage meter, binding machine, and computer
• Manage and purchase office
• Proofread, edit, and review documents for proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence
• Assist other staff with special projects as

5%      TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT

• As necessary, maintains the Barbour County 4-H records utilizing ZSuite and other
• Prepare ZSuite group enrollments for federal
• Maintains other Excel spreadsheets and Access databases as

5%      PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participates in professional development sessions as related to the responsibilities of this
• Attends trainings as related to ZSuite, Fair, and other software

QUALIFICATIONS

• Background check
• Valid form of

EDUCATION AND LICENSES:

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and/or

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of office methods, practices, and protocols
• Basic Grammar and English
• Basic math
• Financial Budgeting
• Knowledge base of Adult and Youth Development

SKILLS:

• Strong communication skills as needed (written/oral/telephone/in person) to perform duties in a professional, businesslike manner.
• Organizational skills to plan and organize tasks and set priorities for
• Problem solving skills in dealing with a variety of interests and
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer word processing, data entry, and spreadsheet skills
• Database management skills
• Budget management skills
• Type with speed and proficiency

ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to complete assigned duties with minimal
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English with strong emphasis on knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment (fax, copier, computer).
• Ability to operate desktop personal computer utilizing various word processing software packages and programs such as Windows, Microsoft Office, Excel, Access.
• Ability to type with speed and
• Ability to navigate and retrieve information from the World Wide
• Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously, reprioritizing them as necessary to meet
• Ability to be assertive and proactive while being a self-
• Ability to learn policy and procedures of WVU, WVU Extension, and the Extension Program
• Ability to maintain Barbour County Commission attendance and punctuality
• Ability to maintain
• Ability to work independently, in a structured environment, exercising judgment, tact and diplomacy in all
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high volume environment that requires accurate
• Ability to work as a team member with supervisor and other staff
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with persons from various cultures and
• Ability to concentrate and remain efficient in a high traffic
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships and deal tactfully with both internal and external
• Ability to work with policies and procedures as set forth by funding

EXPERIENCE:

• 2-3 years administrative office experience
• 6 months to 1 year of experience working with community organizations/volunteers.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable.

COMPLEXITY AND PROBLEM SOLVING

Problems may include: conflicts between volunteers or volunteers and parents, a need for clarification on organizational policy, a need for interpretation of projects, conflicts between youths, etc.

FREEDOM OF ACTION

Policies and regulations specifically outlined in the WVU Policy and Procedures Manual, US Postal Service Commercial Mail Guidelines, WVU Extension Service, USDA, County policies and any others vital to performing assigned duties effectively and efficiently.

TYPE OF GUIDANCE AND REVIEW

The supervisor will conduct regular meetings to provide information and address problems as necessary. Annual performance appraisals will be conducted. Employee is responsible for planning and performing the assignment; resolving most of the conflicts that may arise; and coordinating the work with others. Employee will keep supervising County Program Coordinator aware of progress and/or problems that may arise.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• High level of manual dexterity is required to operate computer keyboard, photocopier, and Constant eye movement needed when working with computer.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50
• Provides own transportation to complete assigned (Mileage reimbursement provided for work-related travel)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. (Can be loud in camp setting)

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

For an application to be considered complete, please submit the following by November 10, 2023 at 4:00pm

• Complete Employment Application online at https://barbourcountywv.gov/jobs/
• Email the following to sfrey@barbourcountywv.org
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three references listing phone number, email contact information and relationship to

 

Upon successful completion of one year probationary training period, employee wage will raise to $15.00 per hour.
Certified dispatchers carry experience and will be supplemented accordingly.
Position Title: Public Safety Telecommunicator | Grade Level: I
Department: Emergency Communications | Date: 10/25/2023
Reports to: Shift Supervisor | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Statement of Duties: Entry level or part time employees are responsible for receiving, assessing, assisting, and disbursing all enhanced emergency and non-emergency calls for service to the appropriate public safety agency. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties.

Supervision Requirements: Employee works under the direct supervision of the Shift Supervisor. The employee is familiar with the work routine and uses initiative in carrying out recurring assignments independently. The supervisor provides instruction as needed. Employee refers unusual situations to the shift supervisor for advice and further instruction. Supervisors review and checks work to ensure that completed work and methods used are technically accurate and that instructions are being followed.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Employee, as a regular and continuing part of the job, does not supervise other employees.
Confidentiality: Employee has access to confidential information of the department including but not limited to ongoing criminal investigations. Employees are required to sign a confidentiality agreement.

Accountability: Consequences of errors, missed deadlines, or poor judgment may include time loss, adverse public relations, jeopardize programs, monetary loss, labor/material cost, dangers to public health/safety, first responder safety, and legal repercussions.

Judgment: Numerous standardized practices, procedures, or general instructions govern the work and, in some cases, may require additional interpretation. Judgement is needed to locate, select, and apply the most pertinent practice, procedure, regulation, or guideline.

Complexity: The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized practices, procedures, regulations, or guidelines. The sequence of work and or the procedures followed vary according to the nature of the transaction and/or the information involved or sought, in a particular situation.

Work Environment: Work is performed in a communications environment, wearing a headset, and speaking to the public in sometimes stressful situations, operating communications equipment, radio consoles, telephones and computer systems, sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time. Employee may be exposed to biohazards, emotional stress, and risk of personal injury.

Nature and Purpose of Relationships: The employee serves as a spokesperson or recognized authority of the organization in matters of substance or considerable impact. The employee communicates departmental practices, procedures, regulations, or guidelines. The employee may be required to discuss controversial matters where tact is required to avoid friction and obtain cooperation.

Occupational Risk: Duties of the job present little potential for physical injury to an employee. Risk exposure is similar to that found in a typical emergency dispatch setting.

Essential Functions:
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended as illustrations only of the various types of work that may be required to be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
• Provide effective, efficient, prompt, and courteous emergency communications with the public and public safety agencies of Barbour County.
• Make rapid and accurate demonstrations of the nature of each call and the degree, severity, and location of the emergency.
• Refer non-emergency callers to the appropriate agency or resource.
• Question emergency callers to elicit complete and accurate information necessary for emergency response and creates appropriate incident card or CAD Event.
• Select emergency response units and properly alerts response unit(s) in exact accordance with established user agency policies and procedures.
• Maintain a current status on all field units.
• Closely monitor any situation present a potential danger to life or safety of field personnel and takes immediate action to dispatch assistance as required.
• Maintain radio contact with field units and enforces proper channel control, discipline, and courtesy.
• Maintain records and logs reflecting the outcome and details of emergency incidents.
• Participates in periodic training and evaluation activities to establish and maintain a high level of proficiency.
• Completes special projects to enhance the overall environment as assigned by the Supervising PSD, Training Supervisor, Deputy Director, and Director.
• Assist in providing notification to public and public safety agencies of Barbour County.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, nights, holidays, call offs, and call backs.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience: Position requires a high school diploma and the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job preferred.

Special Requirements: Employee must be 18 years of age. The employee must successfully complete the APCO PST 1 Course, as well as CPR/First Aid, NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800, APCO EMD, and WEAPONS certification within one year of employment. Must have a valid WV Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge: Basic knowledge of codes, laws, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to emergency telecommunications, first aid, first responder practices and procedures, and geographical layout of the county.

Abilities: Operate a multi-line telephone system, radio system, and computer terminals. Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with the public and other personnel. Ability to hear, understand, and respond to emergencies quickly and appropriately, deal with stressful situations, and maintain confidential information.

Skills: Communication, assessing situations, multi-tasking, and recording information.

Physical and Mental Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

Physical Skills: Little or no physical demands are required to perform this job. Work effort principally involves sitting to perform work tasks, with intermittent periods of stopping, walking, or standing. There may also be some occasional lifting of objects such as books and photocopy/computer paper.

Motor Skills: Position requires minimal motor skills for activities such as: operating a personal computer and or most other office equipment, typing and or word processing, filing, moving objects, sorting of papers, or operating a telephone system.

Visual Skills: Position requires routine reading of documents and reports for understanding. Employee is required to distinguish colors.

The Barbour County Commission is accepting applications for the position of Dog Warden. Responsibilities will include a variety of dog warden duties including but not limited to supplying food, water and care to detained animals, impounding dogs, enforcing the county leash law ordinance, examining dog licenses, maintaining files as required, assisting Humane Officer as needed and maintaining shelter facility. Must have the ability to use a computer and related software, office equipment, research specific laws as needed, write clearly, have sound judgment, and be in good physical condition. Must be able to communicate professionally with the public, work well with veterinarians, Animal Rescue Groups and Animal Advocacy Agencies. Hours of work may vary and may require on call, holiday and weekend hours. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent certification and must possess a valid State of West Virginia Motor Vehicle Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record. Please submit an application online at www.barbourcountywv.org no later than September 1, 2023 at 4:30pm.

The Barbour County Sheriff’s Tax Office is currently accepting applications for a full-time tax deputy. The successful applicant should possess a valid West Virginia driver’s license and /or have reliable transportation to and from the workplace, be able to work in a drug-free environment, have experience working with the public, as well as handling stressful situations. The applicant must also possess good organizational and communication skills as well as be proficient with all Microsoft Office programs. Past bookkeeping and cash handling experience is preferred.  Applications can be found online at barbourcountywv.org under the employment tab or can be picked up in person at the Tax Office. Please no phone calls. Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 9, 2023.

 

Job Description:

Tax Deputy

Barbour County Sheriff’s Tax Office

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Tax Collections and assistance to taxpayers. Balances of daily tax collections. Sale of decals and assistance to taxpayers with renewal of motor vehicle registration and balances of daily decal sales. Processing bi-monthly exonerations, as well as Redemptions received via the West Virginia State Auditor as they arrive. Taking photos and printing cards for Concealed Weapons Permits. Collecting and receipting money for accident reports and service of process. Collecting and receipting monies from other various offices i.e.: Health Department, Community Corrections. Receipting in end of the month reports from the Barbour County Assessor’s Office, County Clerk’s Office and Magistrate’s Office, paying out to correct accounts as needed. Confirming proper logging of all accident reports and service of processes for the month and paying out accordingly. All other responsibilities/duties as directed by the Chief Tax Deputy or Sheriff.

Qualifications Requirements: To perform this job successfully, applicant should have experience working with the public and cash handling. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.

Other Qualifications: All Applicants must consent to a criminal background check. Those records must be free from all but the most minor offenses.

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Also, must be able to communicate effectively with taxpayers and employees. Ability to read and prepare short correspondence and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to citizens, co-workers and others.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Word Processing. Operation of other office machines, i.e.: fax, copier, telephone and other standard office equipment.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the work environment is usually moderate but may occasionally be loud.

 Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands or arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Other Skills and Abilities: Willingness to work a flexible schedule during peak tax seasons.

Barbour County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, veteran’s status, sexual orientation or marital or family status.