Introduction
Real Property is reassessed on a three-year cycle by reviewing one-third of all property in Maryland every year. The review includes an exterior physical inspection of the property. The Real Property Valuation Division participates in all appeals court proceedings where assessment questions are involved.
Assessments are certified by the Department to local governments where they are converted into property tax bills by applying the appropriate property tax rates. An assessment is based on an appraisal of the fair market value of the property. An appraisal is an estimate of value. There are three accepted approaches to market value: (1) the sales approach; (2) the cost approach; (3) the income approach. While differing in the method of calculation each approach is designed to indicate the propertyâs fair market value. The property tax is primarily local government revenue. Counties and cities depend on the property tax and a portion of the income tax to make up their budgets.
GRADE
STD 21
LOCATION OF POSITION
Real Property Assessment Office
Washington County
3 Public SquareÂ
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
Main Purpose of Job
To assist the Supervisor of Assessments with the total work program of the office including residential and commercial and the coordination of the clerical and assessor functions in order to complete the triennial assessment program in a timely and professional manner.
POSITION DUTIES
Assists the Supervisor of Assessments in the management of the activities and assignments of the assessor field staff; Provides guidance to staff on ethical and professional conduct and on procedures; disseminating the appropriate reading materials, conducting staff meetings and providing on the job training to follow to ensure compliance with COMAR regulations, departmental procedures and applicable State Laws governing assessments to ensure the completion of property inspections and the annual workload.
Assists the Supervisor of Assessments in the development and implementation of local office policy and procedures, providing guidance to staff on ethical and professional conduct/procedures to ensure compliance with COMAR regulation, departmental procedures and State laws governing assessments.
Analyzes existing market data and applies standard appraisal techniques to determine the value of land or buildings in accordance with Annotated Code of Maryland Tax Property Article and the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual for commercial and residential properties.Â
Reviews and approves annual reassessments to ensure final figures adhere to established standards of uniformity by following departmental guidelines and procedures. Operates Assessment Administrator & Valuation System (AAVS) to create and merge files. To cost, analyze, edit and report information reflecting accurate data. Reviews C & I BPRUC codes, identifying accounts to be mailed proper Income & Expense questionnaires. Interview property owners/representatives for C & I properties and records interview results in appropriate segment of remarks.
Conducts appeal hearings and reviews and approves the decisions rendered as result of supervisory level appeals made by subordinate staff to assure compliance with departmental procedures and regulations.
Reviews and evaluates the work completed by the assessor field staff.
Communicate with the general public either through public forums or private sessions to provide assessment related information regarding valuation determinations, departmental procedures and applicable State laws governing assessments.
This position is mission essential/mission critical classification.
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 tax assessment valuation of 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.
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Candidates may substitute the possession of a bachelorâs degree from an accredited college or university for the 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.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in financial administration and program classification or financial administration and program specialty codes in the accounting and budget field of work on a year-for-year basis for 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.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Possess at least one (1) year of experience applying standard appraisal to determine the tax assessment valuations of Commercial and Industrial (C&I) properties.
Professional experience using Microsoft Excel to record, sort, filter, and maintain property lists, land records, or assessment accounts
Possess professional experience communicating complex property valuations, tax procedures, or regulatory determinations directly to the general public, property owners, or commercial representatives.Â
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Limited to SDAT employees only
Must be willing to work in Washington County
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
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.
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.
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
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
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.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the Stateâs diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
| Location | Hagerstown, MD |