About

Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner Denise R. Mitchell, MPA, is a Constitutional Officer elected to bill, collect and disburse personal and property taxes and to administer homestead exemptions. Serving also as an agent for the state of Georgia, the tax commissioner registers and titles motor vehicles and disburses associated revenue.

Leadership Team

Tax Commissioner Denise R. Mitchell

Tax Commissioner

Jeremy Collins

Chief Deputy Tax Commissioner

Elaine Melvin-Morgan

Motor Vehicle Director

Khadija Thomas

Finance & Accounting

Alexandra Jenkins

Property Tax Director

Bobbi Simpson

Communications Director

Vision

Distinction in government and exemplary service.

Mission

We instill trust in government through innovation, transparency and unparalleled tax and tag services.

Annual Reports 


Join our team!

We are an office of individuals who take great pride in our vision of Distinction in Government and Exemplary Service.

The Tax Service Associate I is responsible for providing assistance to customers in person and/or over the phone regarding tax/tag issues. Duties include reviewing various documents and making necessary changes, collecting payments from customers and keeping daily records of receivables, maintaining various records and files related to the tax/tag department, preparing various correspondence and reports for the department or external customers, maintaining inventory of supplies and performing other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Two years of customer service or related experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
  •  Or, and equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

 

Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above:
  • Property tax related experience
  • Must be flexible with work schedule and hours
  • Work assignments may be at any DMV location and reassignments can be made at any time

 

 

Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a background check is required to include motor vehicle and criminal histories.

For more information and to apply, click here.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Two years of customer service or related experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
  •  Or, and equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above minimum qualifications:
  • Property tax related experience
  • Must be flexible with work schedule and hours.
  • Work assignments may be at any DMV location and reassignments can be made at any time.

 

Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a background check is required to include motor vehicle & criminal histories.

For more information and to apply.

This Resources & Marketing Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, development, implementation, and marketing of educational and promotional materials and events, and providing community engagement in support of the Tax Commissioner’s community engagement plans and strategies.  Additionally, the position will coordinate the assessment and evaluation of educational and promotional programs and events, and edit and proof departmental flyers, brochures, press releases, media advisories and other documents.

Essential Duties

  • Create marketing materials
  • Social media content creation, campaign content creation, increasing engagement through unearned media using creative presentation of content
  • Utilizes and operates various computer programs and databases to develop training and marketing material and track program operations
  • Coordinates activities with other agencies, volunteers, community members, stakeholders, and elected officials
  • Proactively handles the operation of community engagement, including scheduling events, monitoring expenditures, providing tours, and ensuring maintenance is performed
  • Performs other duties as assigned

 

Minimum Qualifications
  • Associate's degree in marketing or a related field, AND
  • Five years' experience developing and publicizing community programs, OR
    • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.

 

For more information and to apply.

The Delinquent Tax Collector is responsible for collecting delinquent ad valorem taxes and fees from property owners. Primary duties include investigating the financial status of individuals and businesses, performing field investigations, seizing property, and issuing citations for the purposes of tax collection. This position is also responsible for monitoring bankruptcy notices, dismissals, hearings, and motions to ensure timely legal action and the protection of tax liens.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate’s Degree; AND
  • One year of tax or collections related experience; OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Other Job Requirements/Information
  • Valid Driver's License from state of residency.
  • Must be deputized as Ex-Officio Sheriff within 3 months of employment. 
  • Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a background check is required to include motor vehicle & criminal histories.

Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above minimum qualifications  
  • Experience with Real Estate, Business, and/or Bankruptcy law.

 

For more information and to apply. 


 

 

Department of Motor Vehicles

Collects all taxes, fees, and penalties for motor vehicles applicable under the Georgia code • Ensures compliance of EPA-mandated vehicle emission testing • Validates insurance and collects vehicle liability insurance lapse and suspension fees • Processes and verifies motor vehicle title documents • Administers disabled placards and senior waivers 

Department of Property Tax

Bills and collects ad valorem taxes, fees, and special assessments • Administers and audits homestead exemptions • Issues and enforces tax executions for delinquent accounts • Coordinates the delivery of IT services

Department of Finance & Accounting

Carries out all finance and accounting functions for the GCTC • Prepares finance and accounting reports • Manages the budget process • Provides operational reports to measure efficiency and performance • Ensures compliance with governmental reporting standards

Communications

Develops and executes internal and external communications • Handles media relations • Oversees employee recognition program • Monitors customer communication and satisfaction • Oversees the customer call center that responds to inquiries regarding motor vehicles and property tax

 

Updated: 1/8/2026.