All Services Restored at All Offices

Update 3:00PM All systems have been restored at this time, and all offices are fully operational.    8:30AM Due to a problem with the State’s system, driver license and motor vehicle (tags, titles) services currently are down at the MARCUS POINTE office. All other transactions are fully functional (property taxes, business tax receipts, hunting and…

Now Recruiting for Community & Media Relations Specialist (PIO)

The Escambia County Tax Collector’s office is now recruiting for a Community & Media Relations Specialist (PIO). Click “here” for application, job description, mailing address, and office locations. Resumes may be submitted with but not in lieu of applications. We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race,…

2015 Tax Roll Open for Collection Nov. 1

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT COLLECTION OF 2015 TAXESBEGINS NOVEMBER 1  Released: October 27, 2015 Janet Holley, Escambia County Tax Collector, announces that collection of the 2015 real estate and tangible personal property taxes will begin November 1.  This year’s rolls include 176,000 accounts totaling $258 million.  Bills will be delivered to the post office on October 30 for…

Warrington Office Re-opens in New Location!

PRESS RELEASEOctober 19, 2015 Janet Holley, Escambia County Tax Collector, is proud to announce the opening of the Warrington office on Thursday, October 22, at its new location, 4051 Barrancas Avenue, Suite A, in the Warrington Shopping Center. The previous location was closed after flooding in April 2014.  “We are excited to be returning to…

New Specialty Plate Available – Big Brothers Big Sisters

The Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has released the Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) specialty plate!   Proceeds from the BBBS tag support their programs to bring caring mentors into the lives of children. The youth today will be the professionals, leaders, and caregivers of tomorrow, and BBBS‘s vision is to invest time, talent, and treasure in today’s…

What to Know for Bear Hunting in Florida

From Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Florida will be having its first bear hunt in two decades beginning October 24, 2015. The black bear is a conservation success story in the Sunshine State, and because of the species’ population growth, hunting will be used as one part of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation…

Florida Birth Certificates Being Issued at Marcus Pointe Office with Tax Collector Business

Marcus Pointe Office Issuing Florida Birth Certificates with Related Tax Collector Transactions Janet Holley, Escambia County Tax Collector, is pleased to announce a new service available to the public.  The Marcus Pointe office, in partnership with the Florida Department of Health, is issuing Florida certified birth certificates to customers who are in need of this documentation…

State’s Tag and Title System Back Up

10/01/2015    11:15AM All services have been restored. Thank you for your patience. —————————————- 10/01/2015   8:30AM The State’s tag and title system is down, which may cause delays in certain services. Please check back for updates.

Business Tax Receipt Renewals Due September 30, 2015

Do you own a business in Escambia County? Janet Holley, Escambia County Tax Collector, reminds all business owners and practicing professionals that September 30 is the deadline for renewing for 2015-2016. After that date, penalties will be added. You are encouraged to renew your business tax receipt online; however, other opportunities are available, such as…

Time for Business Owners to Renew Their Business Tax Receipts

Renewal Period Ends September 30   Do you own a business in Escambia County? Janet Holley, Escambia County Tax Collector, announces that it’s time for business owners to renew their business tax receipts (BTRs). Ms. Holley mailed out 23,125 renewal notices July 28. The renewal cycle ends September 30. Business owners can renew through this…

Limited Bear Hunt Begins October 24, 2015

Attention Florida Hunters! In June 2015, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved a limited bear hunt to take place beginning October 24, 2015 in four of the state’s seven Bear Management Units (BMUs). The purpose of reinstating a bear hunting season is to stabilize expanding bear populations in different parts of the state…

Saltwater License-Free Fishing Day September 5

Saturday, September 5, 2015, is a saltwater license-free fishing day in Florida! Free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for parents who don’t yet have licenses to take youth fishing, or for avid anglers to introduce a friend to fishing without having to purchase a license. On these days, the fishing license requirement is waived for…

Recruiting for Entry-level Positions Begins August 22, 2015

The Escambia County Tax Collector’s office is now recruiting for Agent Trainees in a non-smoking, drug-free work environment that is fast-paced, multi-faceted, and challenging. The standard workweek is 40 hours Monday through Friday. Agent Trainees enter a rigorous paid training program to learn a variety of technical procedures in the collection, processing, and issuance of motor…

New and Redesigned Specialty Plates Now Available!

The Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has released two new specialty plates and one redesigned plate, and they are now available at our offices.  The annual cost of the plates is $25 in addition to regular registration and service fees. The Florida American Legion specialty plate supports the Florida American Legion Boys State…

NASCAR Specialty Plate Redesigned

The NASCAR specialty plate has been redesigned and is now available in all tax collector offices. The annual fee for the plate is $25 plus regular registration and service fees. For more information on the NASCAR plate and how the proceeds help, visit The NASCAR Foundation’s website.