Salary:
$25.75 Hourly
Location :
Twin Falls County, ID
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
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Department:
Assessor
Opening Date:
10/22/2024
Closing Date:
11/5/2024 10:00 PM Mountain
Position Information
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Job Description
This position is responsible to maintain our pricing manuals, ratio studies, all types of land tables and all costing data for the parcels in our county. The position manages the appraisal costing tools and the analysis of the County Assessor's office methods for parcel valuations. The position also requires a weekly reappraisal quota, to stay familiar with the pricing software, and current office appraisal processes. The work is performed under the direction of the Appraisal Department Supervisor, but considerable latitude is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment.
Duties / Responsibilities
(illustrative only and may vary by assignment)
Manages the systems used for cost manuals, ratio studies, all types of land tables and the analysis of all available data;
Verify sale data prior to entry into Proval;
Maintain reappraisal quota;
Assists in the completion of industrial and section 42 appraisals;
Supervise and complete annual agriculture surveys;
Create neighborhood analysis group and modifiers;
Manage the ProVal costing manuals with continual testing for accuracy;
Ensure compliance with State Tax Commission valuation guidelines through Ratio Studies;
Maintain Manifold and complete Crystal reports as needed for the Appraisal Department;
Reviews all costing methods to verify completeness and accuracy;
Runs data queries to insure values are fair and equitable;
Keeps immediate supervisor fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems;
Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate co-workers to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
Maintains strict confidentiality in all cases;
Interacts with County employees, customers, visitors and the general public effectively and professionally.
Handles all appeals pertaining to market studies
Assists in other responsibilities of the Assessor's office as needed;
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty and be successful in the position.
Knowledge of:
Processes, procedures, and current state codes and County ordinances governing ad valorem taxes;
County computer programs and applications specific to property assessment and valuation;
Computer data entry procedures, basic computer installation and troubleshooting;
Operation of standard office equipment, including a personal computer and job-related software applications;
Customer service procedures and techniques;
English grammar, spelling, and punctuation;
Current office practices and procedures.
Skill and Ability to:
Update, maintain and balance property records;
Assist the Appraisal department with Assessor Office computer troubleshooting and repair;
Run, print and analyze data reports for compliance with regulations, standard procedures and requirements;
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;
Respond to the public over the phone or in person in a tactful, pleasant, and courteous manner;
Speak clearly and communicate accurate information to others.
Use English to communicate effectively with others.
Proficiently operate computers, software programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or similar office software to create documents and other materials, maintain information, and generate reports.
Listen carefully to, understand, and effectively communicate through oral, written, and interpersonal communication channels.
Follow verbal and written instructions.
Work independently and exercise initiative, with general guidance and supervision.
Use good judgment to make sound and reasonable decisions and problem-solving skills to respond to customer service needs in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations and established policies.
Maintain a professional demeanor at all times;
Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines;
Demonstrate integrity and ingenuity in the performance of assigned tasks and solving problems;
Perform all duties in accordance with County policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public.
Maintain confidentiality.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
High school diploma or GED equivalency is required, preferably supplemented with additional coursework in drafting or computer mapping; and
Three (3) years experience working with various computer software programs, database development and maintenance and/or computer troubleshooting and repair; or
An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.
Must successfully pass background investigation relevant to the position and remain in good standing for the duration of employment with the County.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, bend, stoop, move about, use hands to keyboard, draw maps, handle or manipulate papers and files. The employee often carries, lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close and distance vision to perform computer work. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification include those which permit the employee to discern verbal communication and communicate effectively in person and by telephone. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in an office where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Twin Falls County offers a highly competitive benefits package to full-time employees including holiday pay, paid vacation, paid personal days and paid sick leave. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term disability benefits, life insurance, and a PEHP plan. We are on the PERSI retirement plan and also offer a Deferred Compensation (voluntary retirement) plan.
For specific information regarding Twin Falls County's benefits, visit the Benefits section of our web page.