Job Description:

Tax Administrator

Description

Applicants should apply by August 15th, 2026

Orange County, NC, known and widely recognized for its world-class academics, diverse and dynamic industries, and rural recreation, seeks a community-minded, mission and data-driven team builder to serve as their next Tax Administrator. If you are a visionary leader with a rare blend of deep technical appraisal expertise, sophisticated analytical skills, and a dedication to public service, County leaders invite seasoned tax assessor and collector professionals to apply who:

• Demonstrates expertise in property assessment, mass appraisal systems, appraisal, revaluation methodologies, commercial and residential appraisal practices, and North Carolina tax laws and regulations.
• Leads with impact and enthusiasm and is energized about guiding Orange County’s tax department through organizational transformation while fostering a positive working culture of trust, accountability and devotion to one another and the department.
• Communicates exceptionally well in explaining complex technical concepts across diverse groups and interacts effectively with residents and elected officials, conducts public outreach, listens empathetically, and responds professionally under public scrutiny.
• Works cohesively and collaboratively with key stakeholders including staff, the County Manager, the Board of County Commissioners, community organizations, and other county departments. Maintains transparency, is approachable and committed to building partnerships across diverse groups.

The next Tax Administrator must demonstrate cultural awareness, sound judgment, integrity, accountability, and the ability to navigate sensitive community concerns with professionalism and emotional intelligence. This is not just a desk job—it is a wide-open opportunity to spearhead a cultural and technological evolution. If you are a seasoned tax professional who thrives on leading complex organizational change, rebuilding community trust through deep transparency, and turning data into equitable reality, your next career chapter starts here.

About the Community:

Nestled in the beautiful Piedmont region of North Carolina between Research Triangle Park and the Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point), Orange County offers an unparalleled quality of life that blends rich historical heritage with a progressive, forward-thinking spirit. Orange County is a thriving community, home to over 140,000 residents.

Orange County features 4 municipalities: historic Hillsborough, the county seat; Chapel Hill, home of the University of North Carolina (the oldest state-supported university in the United States); the bustling commercial corridors of Carrboro, and parts of Mebane, a former railroad and mill town.  

This thriving community perfectly pairs an energetic urban vibe with scenic, peaceful farmland to the north.Orange County provides rolling hills and lush green countryside – a rural, down-home feel that blends seamlessly with a cosmopolitan worldview.

The market in Orange County is driven by top-tier education, advanced healthcare, and a strong local business and agricultural sector. UNC-Chapel Hill is the flagship campus of a 16-member state university system and is consistently rated as one of the country's finest state institutions of higher learning. The neighboring North Carolina Central University (NCCU) is the chosen higher education institution for nearly 9,000 students and holds many national and regional accolades including its School of Law named No. 1 among the nation’s Most Innovative Law Schools.

 Orange County is strategically positioned along the Eastern seaboard with major metro areas like DC and New York just a quick flight or few hours’ drive away. Interstates I-40 and I-85 crisscross the region, facilitating quick and efficient travel in all directions and providing quick proximity to major universities, worldclass healthcare, the Blue Ridge mountains, and Atlantic beaches. 

About the Organization:  

Orange County government is a highly collaborative and forward-thinking organization, governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners. The commissioners are elected to four-year terms by district and at-large in partisan elections. The County’s mission is to serve as a visionary leader in providing governmental services valued by their community, beyond those required by law, in an equitable, sustainable, innovative, and efficient way. The County’s FY 25-26 budget of $435M ($312M General Fund) support its nearly 1,200 FTEs across 27 departments.

Orange County’s Strategic Plan, adopted in 2024, rallies community leaders and members to ensure Environmental Protection and Climate Action, Healthy Community, Housing for All, Multi-modal Transportation, Public Education/Learning Community, and a Diverse and Vibrant Economy. The county’s vision - a community known as diverse, inclusive, and healthy, working together to strengthen the community and enhance the quality of life for all residents, is evidenced through the progress and development of this strategic plan.

 About the Department:

The Orange County Tax Administration Department values and collects property taxes for homes, land, buildings, vehicles, and certain business property. They also manage tax relief programs and retain important public records. They are commissioned to be careful stewards of public records and data while providing clear, fair, and helpful tax services for everyone in Orange County.

 The department’s primary responsibility is to ensure that all residents are provided a fair and equitable Ad Valorem taxation process. In addition, the department has the duty to collect other taxes and fees for other departments and for municipalities and implement the County Parcel Identification Number (PIN) Ordinance and the County Road Naming and Addressing Ordinance.