ASSESSMENT TECHNICIAN I

Sussex County Council
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    ASSESSMENT TECHNICIAN I

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    Assessment Technician I

    SC-PAY GRADE 6

    DUTIES AND FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

    The employee in this position performs specialized clerical work. The work requires the exercise of judgment, tact and courtesy in dealing with the public. Primary responsibilities include but not limited to processing and reviewing assessment records; assisting in assessment tax roll preparation; applying and explaining regulations, practices and procedures to the public. In general, the employee works on an independent basis performing various tasks within their area of specialization, as well as other general office duties as needed. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed periodically for accuracy.

    EXAMPLES OF WORK:

    Processes property transfers by reviewing recorded ownership documents, verifying grantors name, address, and property description against existing records; reviews declarations and calculates percentage of ownership; identifies and investigates errors made in the property transfer process; identifies and resolves issues related to title or legal description; posts changes in ownership from tax releases; updates and maintains records related to appraisal values, sales, property splits, combinations and revisions, address changes and new building permits while requiring speed and a very high degree of accuracy. Assists the public by answering routine questions relating to the title of property, property descriptions and identification of tax map parcels, annual and supplemental billings; assists with customer and public complaints and answers general assessment related questions; performs clerical tasks such as answering phones, typing, filing and mailing correspondence; initiates action to resolve complaints or discrepancies concerning assessment records; performs related work as required.

    REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    Knowledge of the methods, procedures, policies and techniques of the Assessment Department; knowledge of legal documents applying to the purchase, lease, sale, and transfer of real property; working knowledge of assessment data entry operations; ability to make mathematical calculations and tabulations rapidly and accurately; ability to make decisions recognizing established precedents, practices and systems in the assessment field; to use judgment, resourcefulness and tact in meeting new problems; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives from other agencies, staff, department heads and general public.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Minimum High School diploma or G.E.D. with emphasis on office practices or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; excellent customer service skills; minimum of one-year experience in the Assessment Clerk position or any equivalent combination of education or experience; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook are required.

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Direct Deposit Required
    • 35-hour work week
    • Pre-Employment Background Screening
    • Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Testing

    Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

    Location : ASSESSMENT

    Posting Start : 05/06/2026

    Posting End : 12/31/9999

    Details : Pay Grades

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