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TreasurerThe Bannock County Treasurer is an elected official responsible for collecting, accounting for, and investing all property taxes and county funds. Key duties include managing tax payments for taxing districts, maintaining financial records for tax assessments, and acting as the county’s banker by receiving all money. [1, 2, 3]Core ResponsibilitiesProperty Tax Collection: Responsible for the collection and processing of property taxes, including manufactured home taxes, and managing special assessments.Financial Management: Acts as the county's banker by receiving all moneys, ensuring the safe investment of county funds, and balancing/reconciling funds according to Idaho law.Reporting: Prepares daily and monthly financial statements for the county auditor and presents them to the county commissioners.Administration: May serve as the ex officio public administrator for the estates of deceased persons when no relative is available. [1, 2, 4, 5]Qualifications and RequirementsElected Position: The treasurer is elected for a four-year term.Residency: Must reside in Bannock County.Surety Bond: Must execute a surety bond for the office. [5, 6]The treasurer also coordinates with the Bannock County Assessor, who handles the valuation of property, and the auditor, who manages the budget, to ensure accurate financial stewardship. [1, 7, 8][1] https://www.bannockcounty.gov/treasurer/[2] https://gallianet.net/index.php/gallia-county/treasurer/basic-responsibilities[3] https://www.naco.org/sites/default/files/documents/Role%20of%20the%20County%20Treasurer.pdf[4] https://www.facebook.com/groups/GrantsPassNews/posts/23940499152292133/[5] https://law.justia.com/codes/idaho/2011/title34/chapter6/34-620/[6] https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/laplataco/jobs/newprint/4130667[7] https://www.bannockcounty.gov/assessor/[8] https://www.bannockcounty.gov/auditor/