assessor i, real property

Introduction

This is a position-specific recruitment for the Baltimore City Assessments and Taxation Office. The resulting eligible list will be used solely to fill vacancies at this location. Individuals interested in future openings in the Assessor I, Real Property classification must reapply when new recruitments are posted.

Please note: If you have applied or been interviewed for this position within the past six months, you do not need to reapply.

GRADE

14

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland State Department of Assessments & Taxation

Baltimore City Assessment Office

6 Saint Paul St. 11th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21202

Main Purpose of Job

An Assessor I, Real Property is the entry level of work performing real property assessments. Employees learn to appraise residential real property at fair market value for use in the calculation of real property taxes. Employees in this classification do not supervise. *Property inspections are required in all weather conditions.

POSITION DUTIES

Inspects residential real property and records technical details of property to update and maintain departmental property records following established guidelines as defined in the Maryland Assessments Procedures Manual.

Prepares and conducts appeal hearings at the Supervisor, Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board and the Maryland Tax Court levels to defend the Department's estimate of value following procedures described in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual.

Records technical data into the Assessment Administrator & Valuation System (AAVS) to maintain and update departmental property records in accordance with Departmental procedures.

Analyzes existing market data and applies standard appraisal techniques to determine the value of land or buildings in accordance with the Annotated Code of Maryland Tax Property Article and the Maryland Assessments Procedures Manual.

Interviews property owners by telephone and in person to gather and verify assessment related information following established procedures.

Inspect new residential construction and records technical details of property for the purpose of adding new improvements to the assessment rolls following established procedures.

Determines current and base full cash values for residential new construction following established procedures using the AAVS and other property valuation tools.

Provides assessment related information to the general public to explain assessment valuation techniques, departmental and local office policies and legal mandates regarding property valuation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Four years of appraisal experience involving the valuation of real property.

Note: Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Relevant coursework in Math, Engineering, Business, or Real Estate.

A license in one of the following: Real Estate Sales License, Real Estate Broker License, or Appraiser License.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Must be willing to work in Baltimore City.

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

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.

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.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Health Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage, & Life Insurance

Retirement: Pension and Supplemental Retirement Plans

Leave:

1. Personal - 6 days per year (prorated based on start date)

2. Annual - 10 days per year (increases every 5 years)

3. Sick - 15 days per year

4. Parental Leave - up to 60 days per birth or adoption

Local Mass Transit Benefits

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Assessments and Taxation, Human Resources Examination Services Unit, 700 East. Pratt Street. Suite 2300, Baltimore, Maryland 21202.

Or email Voice

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 or

Do not submit unsolicited documentation.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay Services

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 applicants are encouraged to apply.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

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