BUSINESS LICENSE COORDINATOR in Greer, South Carolina at City of Greer

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to review local business licenses to ensure they comply with City ordinances. Conducts audits of business files, enforces delinquent license accounts, performs field inspections, issues Municipal Summons when necessary and remains aware of new projects that may generate continuing revenue. Cross trains for secondary duties of Finance Administrative Clerk to ensure continuation of work flow.

This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Rolls business accounts at the end of the year and prepares documentation for annual renewals.
• Compiles cover letters for the mailing of renewal applications; prints and reviews renewal applications for mailing.
• Performs field enforcement of business license ordinances; conducts audits of business; makes on-site inspections of new businesses to ensure all licensing procedures are completed.
• Processes renewal applications and provides licenses to the appropriate business.
• Determines business classification; calculates the license tax
• Audits and reports gross receipts reported on business license applications through tax returns, income statements, or any other means to determine gross income; compiles findings and notifies businesses of result.
• Assists clerks, the general public, business owners, contractors, with questions regarding licensing requirements, fees, tax map numbers, proper paperwork requirements.
• Rewards revenues to the appropriate accounts
• Reconciles cash drawer daily
• Obtains property and tax map numbers via aerial tax maps.
• Issues Municipal Summons when appropriate and appears in court on the City's behalf.
• Enters hospitality and accommodation tax payments when necessary
• Enforces delinquent hospitality tax accounts

• Performs general administrative/office duties as required, including typing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, answering the telephone, etc.
• Continually stays up to date on all policy, procedure, and/or process changes.
• Completes all work accurately, safely, and efficiently.
• Keeps work area clean and safe.
• Maintains any assigned equipment in safe and good operating condition.
• Reports to Supervisor any suggested improvements or areas of concern.
• Ensures professionalism and exceptional customer service during all interactions while performing job representing the City of Greer.
• Exhibits strong ethical standards; ability to create trust and integrity with co-workers, customers, and community.
• Adheres to Employee Handbook and other relevant policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular and sustained attendance.
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, M-F; with additional hours as needed.

Salary: Minimum hourly rate $24.11/hr.; dependent on experience.

In addition to a competitive base pay, we currently offer comprehensive benefits package that includes health, prescription, vision, dental insurance (at a low cost for employee coverage based on full participation in Wellness Program), life insurance, long-term disability, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, FSA, EAP, Education Incentive Pay, and a defined benefit retirement plan (South Carolina Retirement System).

Application deadline is Friday, August 7, 2026

The City of Greer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

Education, Skills and Experience Required:

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or related major.
• Two (2) years of experience in accounting, public relations, and general office procedures; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Accreditation in Business Licensing by the Municipal Association of South Carolina within three (3) years
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Skills: Communication, Detail-Oriented, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Ethics/Confidentiality

Mental & Physical Demands – ADA Guidelines

Definitions:

C – Constantly (More than 66% of the time; 5.5+ hours/day)

F – Frequently (33%–66% of the time; 2.5–5.5 hours/day)

O – Occasionally (Up to 33% of the time; 0–2.5 hours/day)

N/A – Not Applicable

Physical Demands:

Stand: F

Walk: O

Sit: F

Handling / Fingering: O

Reach Outward: O

Reach Above Shoulder: O

Climb: O

Crawl: O

Squat or Kneel: O

Bend: O

Lifting Requirements:

10 pounds or less: F

11 to 20 pounds: F

21 to 50 pounds: O

51 to 100 pounds: N/A

More than 100 pounds: N/A

Pushing and Pulling Requirements:

12 pounds or less: F

13 to 25 pounds: F

26 to 40 pounds: O

41 to 100 pounds: N/A

More than 100 pounds: N/A