Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Tax Collector Revenue Class I and II
Timeline
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Kaylen Smith

Ocean Springs,MS

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced Tax Collector clerk with over 5 years of experience in working with the public, using the computer, taking phone calls as well as making phone calls, handling over thousands of dollars a day. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational and communication skills. I plan to seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welder

Huntington Ingalls Shipbuilding
09.2023 - Current
  • Operated Flux core and stick. Certified in steel and stainless steel welding.
  • Conducted quality inspections of completed welds to maintain industry standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production workflows and reduce downtime.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
  • Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.

Harrison County Deputy Tax Collector

David Larosa
07.2014 - 03.2020
  • Worked with the public for over 5 years.
  • Used computer, phone, calculator everyday.
  • Helped field personnel address income tax, employment tax and excise tax issues.
  • Researched tax laws and regulations to locate legal authorities and precedents.
  • Identified previously unknown potential areas of non-compliance to promote voluntary compliance.
  • Spearheaded quality review assessments and prepared technical responses to inquiries.
  • Processed tax payments, set up payment plans and worked with delinquent taxpayers to resolve issues.
  • Verified completeness of provided details when processing car tag renewals, title transfers, mobile home tax, real property tax, personal property tax, business license, county transfers, and more.
  • Professionally negotiated and dealt with taxpayers in confrontational situations.
  • Responded to taxpayer questions and helped individuals complete and file tax documentation.
  • Recommended financial solutions in relation to tax implications.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Completed daily money audits and title audits.

Education

High School Diploma -

Long Beach High School
Long Beach, MS
05.2013

Skills

  • Account discrepancies
  • Payment plan processing
  • Compassion
  • Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Customer service
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Good telephone etiquette
  • Computer proficiency
  • Responsible
  • Welding
  • Attention to detail
  • Stick welding
  • Critical thinking
  • Structural welding
  • Vertical welding
  • Flat welding
  • Equipment operation
  • Horizontal welding
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Welding procedure specification
  • Welding position proficiency
  • Hazardous material handling
  • Fire prevention
  • Safety equipment usage
  • Health and safety
  • Tool operation
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Weld tacking
  • Overhead welding
  • Reweld application
  • Flux core (FCAW) welding
  • Worksite organization
  • Power tools
  • Welding techniques

Certification

SMAW

Overhead 4G

SMAW

Vertical 3G


FCAW

Overhead 4G

Vertical 3G


Tax Collector Revenue Class I and II.

Tax Collector Revenue Class I and II

The Collector of Revenue I is the most basic of certification levels to be offered in the Program. This level reflects the minimum knowledge needed for effective performance of a Tax Collector. In order to obtain this certification you have to know the basics of the job and take the week long curriculum.

The Collector of Revenue II is the next level certification beyond Collector Revenue I and reflects substantial knowledge of the duties of a Tax Collector. In order to take this exam you must first be certified as a Collector of Revenue I.

These are classes you are able to take when you are ready to take on your education within this particular job.

Timeline

Welder

Huntington Ingalls Shipbuilding
09.2023 - Current

Harrison County Deputy Tax Collector

David Larosa
07.2014 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

Long Beach High School
Kaylen Smith