MV Research Specialist I

MV Research Specialist I

Requirements

• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Skilled in accounting terminology and the maintenance of records.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service while resolving inquiries.
• Ability to read, comprehend and apply various rules and regulations.
• Proficient in inspecting and verifying records.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and records of all brands listed on titles to protect Oklahoma customers by updating the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System.
• Provides research on title records, including title history, missing liens, odometer discrepancy, VIN discrepancy and other record requests.
• Responds to questions and inquiries via telephone, mail, fax, MLA messages, email for licensed operators, lien holders, other states, and stakeholders.
• Provides routine interpretation of tax laws and refers complex questions to the appropriate division personnel.
• Reviews documents related to the issuance of vehicle, boat and motor titles to ensure accuracy and compliance with tax laws.
• Identifies discrepancies reported in tax documents.
• Reviews documents related to foreclosure actions on vehicles, boats and motors to ensure accuracy, and compliance with tax laws.
• Approves the foreclosure action and notifies the customer.
• Reviews issued titles from both tag agents and agency personnel to ensure such actions were in accordance with applicable tax laws.
• Prepares research request documents for imaging.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in bookkeeping, tax revenue, customer service, accounts maintenance, or closely related work for each year of the required education.