ASSESSOR I, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL (EXTENDED POSTING)

Introduction

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GRADE

17\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

SDAT Assessment Office - Baltimore County\r\n300 E Joppa Rd. Suite 602\r\nTowson, MD 21286\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

To appraise commercial and industrial real property at fair market value for use in the calculation of real property taxes.

POSITION DUTIES

Receives\r\nthe job training in the inspection of commercial and industrial real property\r\nand records technical details of property and market information to update and\r\nmaintain departmental property records Responsible for AAVS conversions, up-loads,\r\nand file maintenance of commercial properties in various jurisdictions throughout\r\nthe state. Receives on the job training in the updating and editing�assessment\r\nrecords in AAVS system to notate changes observed during physical inspection of\r\nproperties following local office and agency guidelines as defined in the\r\nMaryland Assessment Procedures Manual & office procedures.\r\nReceives\r\non the job training in the recording and valuing of new commercial/industrial\r\nreal property that is not a part of a reassessment review by following\r\nestablished procedures, using AAVS and other property valuation tools, as\r\noutlined in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual and according to the Tax\r\nProperty Article.\r\nReceives\r\non the job training in the analysis of existing market, cost and income data\r\nand applies standard appraisal and AAVS methods to value land and/or improvements\r\nin accordance with current local office and agency procedures, as described in\r\nthe Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual.\r\nReceives\r\non the job training in the preparation and handling of appeal hearings at the\r\nsupervisor, Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board and the Maryland Tax Court\r\nlevels to defend the Department’s estimate of value following local office and agency\r\nprocedures.\r\nReceives\r\non the job training in the providing of and explanation of assessment related\r\ninformation in response to inquiries from the general public regarding assessments,\r\nvaluation techniques, departmental local policies and legal mandates.\r\nPerforms\r\nother duties as may be required to ensure efficient office operation.\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:�Seven years of appraisal experience estimating the value of real property performed in accordance with the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Code and completion of the International Association of Assessing Officers Courses 101, 102 and 300 or equivalent courses approved by the Department of Assessments and Taxation.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, completion of the International Association of Assessing Officers Courses 101, 102 and 300 or equivalent courses approved by the Department of Assessments and Taxation and three years of experience estimating the value of real property performed in accordance with the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Code for the required�experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in tax examining classification or tax examining specialty codes in the accounting and budget group field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Proven ability to work independently under moderate\r\nsupervision, demonstrating the initiative to efficiently manage time, meet\r\nreassessment deadlines, and conduct field inspections across varied\r\nenvironments.\r\nStrong capability to analyze complex market data and\r\ncritically evaluate commercial income and expense statements to develop\r\naccurate capitalization rates and determine fair market values.\r\nPrior experience utilizing the Automated Assessment Valuation\r\nSystem (AAVS) or similar Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software.\r\nPrior experience utilizing critical thinking to prepare\r\ndocumentation for, and successfully defend property valuations at, formal\r\nappeal hearings.\r\nExperience utilizing cost manuals to determine building types\r\nand grades, as well as accurately measuring and drawing commercial and\r\nindustrial buildings.\r\nPrior experience specifically estimating the value of\r\ncommercial and industrial real property.\r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Must be willing to work in\r\nBaltimore County. You must be a current SDAT employee.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that 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\r\nmore details: 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\r\nopportunities.\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