Salary
$28.14 - $31.55 Hourly
Location
New Ulm, MN
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
00227
Department
Assessor
Opening Date
07/10/2024
Closing Date
7/24/2024 at 4:30 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Position Summary Accredited Minnesota Assessor is to list, value and classify all types of property for ad valorem tax purposes.  Additional duties include the tasks necessary to carry out the implementation portion and maintenance of the assessment process.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities • View all property in quintile – up to 800 parcels per year – residential, agricultural, commercial/industrial and multi-family, agricultural and exempt properties.
• Study and analyze sales information to determine with the County Assessor the assessment plans for the following year.
• Review time trend data from the Department of Revenue to determine if appropriate. It not appropriate, work with the County Assessor and the PTCO for the county on an appeal.
• View, measure and grade new construction - residential, agricultural, commercial/industrial and multi-family, agricultural and exempt properties.
• Verify homestead status.
• Value and classify property for ad valorem tax purposes.
• Attend Local Boards of Review.
• Oral communication with taxpayers and process all applicable correspondence.
• Perform special appraisals for disputed properties, generally for Board of Review.
• Process property splits, combinations and new plats.
• Conduct the assessment of mobile homes countywide.
• Complete perimeter maps and township average report for Department of Revenue and adjoining counties.
• Maintain good public relations with county staff, taxpayers, and business professionals.
• Thorough knowledge of the Minnesota property tax laws and assessment programs.
• Maintain appropriate level of education for licensure.
• Maintain the knowledge and utilization of the CAMA and GIS Systems.
• Work closely with local assessors on new construction and changes in township values annually.
• Other duties as assigned or apparent.
Qualifications Education/Experience:
• Associate Degree in real estate, statistical analysis or business;
OR
• One year post-secondary education plus three years related experience;
OR
• Equal or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
Requirements :
• Must obtain licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor within 5 years of becoming licensed as a Certified Minnesota Assessor.
• Continued education requirements: 60 CEH’s to include Ethics and PACE course every 4 years.
• Must have background in computer use, MS Word, Excel, and GIS etc.
• Good interpersonal communications and public relations skills.
• Ability to work under heavy workload and meet statutory deadlines with accuracy and strict attention to detail.
• Be physically able to perform quintile and view sales within district.
• Ability to withstand criticism while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Must have valid driver’s license, current insurance and reliable transportation.
• Ongoing training to stay current with changing statutes, technology.  Attend regional workshops.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Knowledge and skill in clerical and accounting functions, Microsoft Office Suite, and computer database operation.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral forms.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent mathematical/ computation skills.
• Knowledge of real estate law and local government procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work under limited supervision with general autonomy in determining how objectives are achieved.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work under heavy workload and deadlines with accuracy.
Grade 8 with an entry hourly wage range of $28.14 to $31.55, DOQ.  Position has a full earning potential of up to $39.66 per hour, DOQ.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer