Delinquent Tax Collector (elected position, term: 1 year)

Department:

Elected Town Officer

Compensation:

Annual

Hours:

Irregular

Deadline:

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Notify taxpayers of overdue taxes
  • Arrange for late payments
  • Take formal collection actions (including tax sales of property) when necessary
  • Keep records of delinquent accounts for review by auditor

Minimum Requirements:

The Delinquent Tax Collector is elected by the voters of the Town of Sheldon at the annual town meeting. Nominations and voting are done from the floor.

To be eligible for election, a nominee must be a resident and registered voter of the Town of Sheldon.

If the voters fail to elect a Delinquent Tax Collector at the annual town meeting, the Selectboard may appoint one until a subsequent town meeting is held.