Assessment Technician

Sturgeon County is looking for an Assessment Technician to join our Assessment team! This position is responsible for applying established formulas to the information that's collected in field investigations to determine assessments of residential and less complex commercial properties.

The incumbent is responsible for the collection, validation and update of property information and effective communication with taxpayers, general public and various professionals. Individuals who are naturally curious, inquisitive, detail-oriented, approachable, confident, analytical and dedicated to the assessment practice are most likely to thrive in this position!

Key Responsibilities Include:

Perform site inspections of farm, residential and less complex non-residential properties to gather and verify assessment data.

Determine assesable properties and assist in valuation of properties in a mass appraisal environment by application of appraisal and assessment theory and principals.

Assist to establish regulated property assessments by application of Provincial Regulations.

Explain assessed values to property owners and assist in the defense of the physical characteristics appealed assessments at Assessment Review Boards.

Conduct regular reviews; cyclical inspections, of property and recognize changes attributing to value.

Employ uniform and equitable procedures for assessing all classes and kinds of property.

Ensure data collected is updated and validated on CAMA system.

Calculate tax bills for properties by multiplying assessed values by jurisdiction tax rates.

Complete special projects as required.

Adhere to applicable responsibilities and accountabilities as outlined in the Sturgeon County Health and Safety Management System.

Requirements:

Working knowledge of assessment and taxation legislation, and application of cost, direct sales comparison, and income approaches to value, and a theoretical understanding of mass appraisal.

Must have knowledge of local, social, and economic factors affecting property values

Strong mathematical skills with introductory knowledge of statistical tools used in assessment work

Ability to handle stressful situations and excecise sound judgement

Strong team player with excellent written and verbal communicaion skills

Attention to detail and the ability to make decisions and accept responsibility.

Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office, GIS, Pictometry, Diamond and CAMAlot software) is a definite asset.

Adhere to applicable responsibilties and accountabilites as outlined in the Sturgeon County Health and Safety Management System.

Ability to provide and maintain a home-based office as a condition of employment, with the ability to work from the Sturgeon County office the majority of the time. This position requires site inspections in rural areas.

Minimum of 2 years assessment experience with a diploma in Assessment and Appriasal or a certifcate from UBC in Real Property Assessment. Experience in practicum student positions will be considered.

Qualification to be a Candidate Member of the Alberta Assessors Association or the International Association of Assessing Officers and working towards an Accredited Municipal Assessor of Alberta designation, Certified Assessment Evaluator, or Residential Evaluation Specialist.

Valid class 5 Driver’s License.

Interested?

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Employer Contact:

Name: Human Resources Email: hr@sturgeoncounty.ca

Additional Job Information:

Salary Range: $68,031 to $89,522
Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Posted Date: Jan 14, 2022
Closing Date: Feb 14, 2022