ASSESSOR MANAGER, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL

Introduction This is a Internal Recruitment for an Assessor Manager, Commercial & Industrial position with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT), Real Property Division, Anne Arundel County Assessment Office. The resulting eligible list will be used to fill this vacancy only. This Recruitment is for current State Department of Assessments and Taxation employees only.

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

Department of Assessments and Taxation Anne Arundel County Assessments Office 45 Calvert Street 3rd Floor 3rd Floor Annapolis MD 21401 Main Purpose of Job To Supervise Assessor Supervisors and manage a team/teams of Residential Assessors in a local assessment office.

POSITION DUTIES

Manages through Assessor C & l's, the activities and assignments to ensure the completion of the annual workload while adhering to office guidelines and departmental procedures and regulations. Reviews and evaluates the work completed by the staff to assess work quality and to ensure that departmental or office procedures and guidelines are maintained by monitoring, tracking, and ensuring the completion of land rates, market value indicators, sales ration studies, various mainframe and Assessment Administrator & Valuation System (AAVS) edits to ensure property valuation using AAVS and departmental and local guidelines. Coordinates and ensures that various operations (including TDT's, merges, uploads and downloads, and table management) are executed in the AAVS system in order to maintain property records by following the guidelines in the AAVS Users Manual and through the AAVS Coordinator. Provides assistance and support to clerical staff by completing and approving various transfer documents and calculations, and calculating appropriate values that are a result of subdivision, separation or various changes of use. Perform other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications – Assessor Manager - Commercial and Industrial 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.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Must be willing to work in the Anne Arundel County Assessments Office. You must be a current SDAT employee. WORKING CONDITIONS: Most work is generally performed in the field. Field investigations in geographical areas throughout the city and surrounding areas are required. PHYSICAL EFFORT: There may be extensive walking, standing.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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.

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.
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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.

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 medica 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 flexible work schedules and 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. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland