ASSESSOR I, REAL PROPERTY

Introduction

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GRADE

STD0014

LOCATION OF POSITION

Assessment\r\nOffice - Carroll County\r\nState\r\nDepartment of Assessments & Taxation (SDAT)\r\n15\r\nE. Main Street, Suite 229 \r\nWestminster,\r\nMaryland 21157\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position appraises residential real property at fair market value for use in the calculation of real property taxes.

POSITION DUTIES

25%:\r\nLearns to inspect residential real property and records technical details of\r\nproperty to update and maintain departmental property records following\r\nestablished guidelines as defined in the Maryland Assessments Procedures\r\nManual.\r\n25%:\r\nLearns to prepare and conducts appeal hearings at the Supervisor, Property Tax\r\nAssessment Appeals Board and the Maryland Tax Court levels to defend the\r\nDepartment's estimate of value following procedures described in the Maryland\r\nAssessment Procedures Manual.\r\n15%:\r\nLearns to record technical data into the Assessment Administration &\r\nValuation System (AAVS) to maintain and update departmental property records in\r\naccordance with Departmental procedures.\r\n15%:\r\nLearns to interview property owners by telephone and in person to gather and\r\nverify assessment related information following established procedures. Learn\r\nto provide assessment related information to the general public to explain\r\nassessment valuation techniques, departmental and local office policies and\r\nlegal mandates regarding property valuation. Performs other duties as assigned.\r\n10%:\r\nLearns to analyze existing market data and applies standard appraisal\r\ntechniques to determine the value of land or buildings in accordance with the\r\nAnnotated Code of Maryland Tax Property Article and the Maryland Assessments\r\nProcedures Manual.\r\n10%:\r\nLearns to inspect residential new construction and records technical details of\r\nproperty for the purpose of adding new improvements to the assessment rolls\r\nfollowing established procedures. Learns how to determine current and base full\r\ncash values for residential new construction following established procedures\r\nusing the AAVS and other property valuation tools.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\nExperience:�Four years of appraisal experience involving the valuation of real property.\r\nNote:�Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\nPreference will be given to\r\napplicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear\r\nand specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Possess a business\r\n background or experience in construction trades, building maintenance/management,\r\n or real estate (particularly with new construction).�� \r\n Enjoy\r\n working outdoors and are comfortable spending large parts of the year\r\n physically reviewing properties on site.\r\n Strong\r\n customer service and active listening skills to conduct phone or in-person\r\n interviews with property owners professionally.\r\n Ability\r\n to interpret sales and permit data and apply that understanding to make\r\n accurate updates to property accounts.\r\n Strong\r\n organizational skills to manage daily responsibilities across field\r\n inspections, data reviews, and account updates.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Must be willing to work in Carroll\r\nCounty.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. \r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle. \r\n2. Upon appointment to positions, employees in this classification�that possess a real estate broker or sales license, or a license to sell insurance, will be required to put the license in an 'Inactive' status. \r\n3. Employees in this classification are prohibited from participating in any outside activity, including private appraisals, which may be deemed a conflict of interest by the Director of the Department of Assessments and Taxation. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n

BENEFITS

Click here to read more\r\ndetails: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\nGenerous Paid Time Off:�Enjoy 10 to 25 days of annual (vacation) leave\r\nper year (depending on seniority), 15 days of sick leave, 6 personal days, and\r\n11 paid state holidays.\r\nFamily-Friendly Policies:�Eligible employees receive paid family and\r\nmedical leave to care for a child within six months of birth or adoption.\r\nComprehensive Health Coverage:�Access to affordable medical, prescription, dental, and vision\r\nplans for you and your dependents.\r\nRetirement & Pension:�Secure your future with the State's defined benefit pension plan\r\n(vested after 10 years) and optional supplemental retirement savings plans.\r\nFinancial Wellness:�Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and\r\ndependent daycare costs.\r\nWork-Life Balance:�Many positions offer teleworking opportunities.\r\nStudent Loan Assistance:�State employees may be eligible for the\r\nFederal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and the Maryland Student\r\nLoan Debt Relief Tax Credit.\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly\r\nrecommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application\r\nand supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to:\r\nState Department of Assessments\r\nand Taxation\r\nOffice of Human Resources,\r\n700 E. Pratt, 2nd Floor, Suite\r\n2700\r\nBaltimore, Maryland 21202\r\nPaper application materials\r\nmust be received by 5pm in our office on the closing date for the recruitment.\r\nNo postmarks will be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of\r\ncompleting the application.\r\nFor questions regarding this\r\nrecruitment, please contact the Department of Assessments and Taxation at\r\n410-767-1137, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. If you are having difficulty\r\nwith your user account or have general questions about the online application\r\nsystem, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment\r\nand Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.\r\nAs an equal opportunity\r\nemployer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting\r\nemployees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities\r\nand bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their\r\nservice to our country.\r\n