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Position:
Business License Administrator

Company:
City of Beaufort - Beaufort, SC , USA

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Job Description:

General Definition of Work
Under general supervision, administers and enforces the City’s business license ordinance; collects and
accounts for related fees and fines; keeps track of delinquent business license fees and local
hospitality/accommodations tax; and performs related technical and clerical work as assigned.

Essential Functions
The following functions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The
omission of the specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a
logical assignment to the position.
• Provides information to inquiries regarding licensing, and local hospitality/accommodations tax
and regulations to applicants; assists applicants in completing forms; collects fees and manages
account collections, settlements, and delinquencies.
• Enforces the business license ordinance; explains, interprets, and provides guidance regarding tax
laws and regulations to the public as required without creating undue tension between the
businesses and City government.
• Research and investigate the accuracy of gross revenue being reported.
• Calculates business license fees due; classifies new businesses according to the North American
Industry Classification System to determine appropriate rate class.
• Responsible for processing and mailing business license renewals on time.
• Tracks delinquent accounts and performs necessary collection calls and sends notices, to
determine fee assessments and to enforce collection.
• Generates reports and other required documentation relating to all business licensing, hospitality
tax, and accommodations tax.
• Provide statistical and general license information to the public, City departments and
government agencies.
• Prepares and mails business license billing invoices.
• Collects, receipts and posts payments to appropriate accounts.
• Accurately and confidentially maintains all licensing records within MUNIS operating system;
assigns folders and files to new and/or inactive accounts.
• Familiarization with Microsoft Office, specifically within Word and Excel programs.
• Performs moderately complex clerical work as required, including but not limited to preparing
reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing
documents,, answering the telephone, processing daily mail, monitoring supplies, etc.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints, and requests for assistance regarding
areas of responsibility.
• Attends meetings, workshops, conferences, etc., as appropriate to enhance proficiency in S.C.
Business Licensing.
Education, Experience and Special Certifications
Associate degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory
completion of two years of college education with emphasis in business administration, accounting, or a
closely related field preferred OR three years of related work experience.
Must obtain Accreditation in Business Licensing from the Municipal Association of South Carolina within
three years of hire.

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Contact Information

Ivette Burgess
1911 Boundary St.
Beaufort, SC 29902Phone: 843-525-7018
Fax: NA
iburgess@cityofbeaufort.org