Position Summary The Law Department’s Tax Unit seeks to hire a Legal Assistant to work with Tax Unit’s Water Litigation Division, primarily on rent sequestration. Essential Functions 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. Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 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 
