ASSESSOR SUPERVISOR, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL

The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) is seeking a highly qualified, knowledgeable, and motivated professional to fill the position of

Assessor Supervisor, Commercial and Industrial. 

This position is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and evaluating the work of commercial and industrial assessors to ensure the accurate, equitable, and timely valuation of commercial and industrial real property for tax assessment purposes.

The selected candidate will oversee commercial and industrial reassessments, property inspections, sales reviews, new construction valuations, assessment appeals, and Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) database functions. Responsibilities also include providing technical guidance, training and mentoring staff, reviewing complex property valuations, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with Maryland property tax laws, regulations, and established appraisal standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and communication skills, along with extensive knowledge of commercial and industrial appraisal methodologies, assessment procedures, and property valuation systems. The successful candidate must be able to manage competing priorities, meet established deadlines, resolve complex assessment matters, and maintain effective working relationships with staff, property owners, and other stakeholders.

STD0019

State Department of Assessments and Taxation

Anne Arundel County 

45 Calvert Street, 3rd Floor  

Annapolis, Maryland 21401 

 

The position's main responsibility is to supervise and train a team of commercial assessors in a local assessment office. Monitor, review and approve the work of their team of commercial assessors. Complete property inspections and data entry of changes in the valuation of a property. Conduct appeal hearings. Complete sales analyses to develop land rates used in the valuation of real property. Generate and review database reports, edits and errors. Provide assistance to the Supervisor of Assessment, and Assistant Supervisor in their various duties as another level of supervision.

Experience: Eight years of experience, six 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 two years of appraisal experience involving the tax assessment valuation of commercial and industrial real property with the completion of the International Association of Assessing Officers Course 101, 102 and 300 or equivalent courses approved by the Department of Assessments and Taxation.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university for four years of the required appraisal experience estimating the value of real property according to the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Code.

2. 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 and education.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which 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.

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. 

2. 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.

3. Employees in this classification are prohibited from participating in any outside activity, including private appraisals in the State of Maryland, which may be deemed a conflict of interest by the Director of the Department of Assessments and Taxation.

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.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 10 to 25 days of annual (vacation) leave per year (depending on seniority), 15 days of sick leave, 6 personal days, and 11 paid state holidays.

Family-Friendly Policies: Eligible employees receive paid family and medical leave to care for a child within six months of birth or adoption.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to affordable medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents.

Retirement & Pension: Secure your future with the State's defined benefit pension plan (vested after 10 years) and optional supplemental retirement savings plans.

Financial Wellness: Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent daycare costs.

Work-Life Balance: Many positions offer teleworking opportunities.

Student Loan Assistance: State employees may be eligible for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and the Maryland Student Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit.

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: 

State Department of Assessments and Taxation

Office of Human Resources,

700 E. Pratt, 2nd Floor, Suite 2700

Baltimore, Maryland 21202

 

Paper application materials must be received by 5pm in our office on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

 

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Assessments and Taxation at 410-767-1137, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.