Jackson County Employment Opportunity. Accountability
- Communication
- Integrity
- Optimism
- Respect for Others The Jackson County Assessor's Office is seeking a highly experienced and flexible individual to serve as a lead to our Residential Appraisal Team.
The ideal candidate would be an upbeat and positive role model that enjoys training staff, problem solving, and overseeing major projects as a subject-matter expert, with frequent interruptions. If you are interested in providing leadership to our team of professionals, please apply today. Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees! Pass a criminal background check prior to hire. Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. Click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record . Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy . This position is represented by union group SEIU. I. Position Summary Coordinates the activities of an assessment program, project or team; oversees the appraisal of residential, multi-family, manufactured structures, commercial, multi-industrial, farm, forest property, land, and the valuation of personal property; and, exercises technical and functional oversight over the work of assigned staff. Performs a full range of complex analytical tasks and works under direction within a framework of established procedures with general instructions. II. Examples of Essential Position Duties ( The following duties represent some of the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.) Coordinates the activities of an assessment program, project or team within the department and/or with other County departments and outside agencies. Interfaces or coordinates with data analyst and staff, for example, tasks related to reappraisals process, "hot spots" in maintenance areas, and ratio studies input.
- Coordinates and oversees presentations of appraisal staff for the assigned area in all administrative hearings, appeals, and tax court proceedings.
May represent the Jackson Count Assessor's office at the Board of Property Tax Appeals (BoPTA) and Magistrate hearings. Researches, collects, updates, and analyzes data including but not limited to comparable sales, income and expense data, and construction costs; estimates real market value and develops or applies annual value adjustment factors. Makes recommendations, for example, for omitted or improperly valued properties, appraised value, and value assignment and processes. Participates in and trains other staff in areas such as valuation standards, changes in the law and administrative hearings, appeals, and tax court proceedings. Responds to public inquiries for information and clarification; assists office assistants with troubleshooting.
- Utilizes applicable computer systems to develop, compile, and maintain related databases; performs analysis of data for valuation purposes; develops and applies property trending techniques and depreciation factors to compute values.
Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices. Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels. Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required. III. Minimum Requirements ( Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following requirements, physical demands and/or working conditions ) Education and Experience Associate's degree in property appraisal or related field AND four years experience as a registered property appraiser; OR Any combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job, which must include four years experience as a registered property appraiser. License, Certificate or Other Requires possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. Certification as a Registered Property Appraiser with the state of Oregon as provided in Oregon Revised Statute 308.010. Adhere to continuing education requirements as provided in Oregon Revised Statute 308.010 3(a). IV. Other Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requires thorough knowledge of principles, methods and techniques relating to the inspection and valuation of property; field data analysis; rules, laws, and regulations applicable to assessment; construction characteristics, quality, and standards; and real estate transactions. Ability to direct and guide the work of team members; research, collect, and analyze real estate, market, construction cost, and other related data to arrive at conclusions of real market and assessed values; apply valuation principles and techniques; read and interpret a variety of written materials including recorded instruments, reports, logs and files; create clear and concise reports and recommendations; prepare and maintain accurate records; make presentations and defend property values before appeal authorities; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; use mathematics to make calculations associated with area of assigned duties; prioritize work to meet established deadlines; use a variety of office machines, computers and peripheral equipment, drafting tools and supplies related to assigned duties; and interpret and explain department policies and procedures as necessary. Physical Demands ( Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands) Requires the ability to perform field appraisals including exertion of a moderate amount of physical effort; requires sufficient hand/eye coordination and dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs or body to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, filing, data entry and/or use of other office equipment or supplies; must be able to perceive forms and colors accurately; requires the ability to operate motor vehicles. Tasks involve frequent walking over rugged terrain and on steep slopes, standing, lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds and some climbing. Tasks are regularly performed outdoors with exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as heat, cold, wetness, dust, odors, vehicular exhaust fumes, and wildfire smoke. Requires driving. Working Conditions ( Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following working conditions ) Incumbents are exposed to adverse weather, including extreme temperatures, rain, snow, sleet and hail. Incumbents are also exposed to dangerous or unpleasant conditions and substances, including noise, dust, chemicals, paint, traffic hazards, noxious plants and wildlife. May include exposure to disruptive people. V. Additional Information This classification description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, or requirements, as any one position in this classification may be assigned some or all of these duties, in addition to other duties not explicitly listed here. The various duties, responsibilities and/or assignments of this position may be unevenly balanced and change from time to time based upon matters such as, but not limited to, variations in the shift, work demands, seasons, service levels and management's decisions on how to best allocate department resources. Any shift, emphasis or rebalancing of these assigned duties, responsibilities and/or assignments does not constitute a change in the job classification. The County shall schedule employees and determine FTE consistent with its determination as to efficiency of operations, financial advantages to the County, and/or effective service to the public. ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments, Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. A person who requires an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Office, Attn. ADA Coordinator, at (541) 774-6036 or by TTY/TDD 711 or (800) 735-2900 as far in advance as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled need. Jackson County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-774-6036. Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.
