ASSESSOR MANAGER, REAL PROPERTY

This is a Position Specific Recruitment for the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, Real Property Division, Prince George's County Assessment Office.  The resulting eligible list will be used for this position only.  Interested persons will need to reapply for future recruitments in this classification.

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Department of Assessments and Taxation

The position' s main responsibility is to supervise and train a team of residential assessors and team leaders in a local assessment office. Monitor, review, and approve the work of their team of residential assessors. Complete property inspections and data entry of changes in the valuation of residential property. Conduct appeal hearings. Complete sales analyses ta develop land rates and neighborhood adjustment indexes used in the valuation of Real Property. Generate and review database reports, edits, and errors. Provide assistance ta the Supervisor of Assessment, Assistant Supervisor and/or Residential Assessor Manager in their various duties as another level of supervision.

Coordinate and monitor residential reassessment assignment for timely completion; Review and approve reassessment work logs and work samples completed by staff; Conduct inspections and process changes for accounts within the reassessment assignment; Coordinate, monitor, review, and complete reassessment sales analyses to establish land rates and neighborhood adjustment indexes within assignment; Ensure the reassessment of residential, exempt, and agricultural properties are valued uniformly at fair market value and ratios meet the requirements and objectives of the Department within the required deadlines; Generate and review database reassessment error, edits, and reports as directed by management.

 

Coordinate, monitor, and conduct residential appeals assigned by management; Evaluate and approve 1st level appeal recommendations made by staff; Conduct, review, and assist staff in their PTAAB and MD Tax Court case and appraisal preparation; Appeal hearings at various levels are ta be completed as that they meet the requirements and objectives of the Department within required deadlines.  

 

Coordinate and monitor residential new construction inspection cycles for timely permit processing assigned by management; Track and code permits scheduled for new construction within database; Review and approve completed new construction and work logs submitted by staff; Conduct inspections and process changes on residential new construction, demolition, or change in use permits; Ensure the valuation and completion of permits meet the requirements and objectives of the Department within required deadlines. 

 

Coordinate and complete the review of database account edits, errors, and reports for the current tax year database as assigned by management to meet the requirements and objectives set by the Department within the required deadlines; Update database tables with neighborhood adjustment index and land rate changes accurately; Complete necessary DoIT forms as directed by management; Review property transfers for proper conveyance coding so that they meet the requirements and objectives set by the Department within required deadlines.

Experience: Nine years of experience, four 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 five years of appraisal experience involving the valuation of real property and 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 the four years of the required appraisal experience estimating the value of real property performed in accordance with the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice 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.

Preferred Qualifications – Assessor Manager (003031)

 

•Demonstrated knowledge of accepted principles, concepts, methods, practices, terminology, theory, and techniques in the assessment and appraisal of real property, including residential valuation and mass appraisal methodologies. 

 

•Experience assessing residential real property for tax purposes within Maryland or a comparable jurisdiction, including application of state and local assessment laws, regulations, and valuation procedures. 

 

•Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to maintain effective professional relationships with staff, management, and customers. 

 

•Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and/or Google Docs and Sheets, including preparing managerial reports, analyzing assessment data, tracking performance metrics, and supporting operational and supervisory decision-making. Working knowledge and experience using the AAVS program

 

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, 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.

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.

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§  Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)

§  Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year

§  Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year 

§  Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child 

§  Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year

§  Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to SDAT, Human Recourses Department, 700 East. Pratt Street. Suite 2300, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please email shernikia.dennis1@maryland.gov.

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. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.