Assessment Specialist (Assessor)

Shelby County•Memphis, TN

About The Position

Works under minimal supervision to document, process, and maintain records related to real estate and personal property appraisal and assessment. Performs complex technical, specialized accounting, and data-entry duties supporting the Assessor’s operation. The position also provides assessment-related information to the public and government departments and supports appraisal staff with property research, analysis, and data processing.

Requirements

Three years of experience in appropriate assessment data, abstracting property appraisals, data processing, or statistical work, and a high school diploma or GED; alternatively, two years of relevant experience and one year of college study; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required.
Strong math and analytical skills, including decimals, fractions, and percentage calculations.
Ability to work independently and deal effectively with the public and governmental officials; working knowledge of local government and taxation operating practices.
Ability to communicate effectively with property owners, realtors, appraisers, government officials, and township staff.
Ability to read handwritten documents and type proficiently and accurately.
Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail through multistep computer processes and complete work accurately.
Professional approach to customer service and strong interpersonal skills.
Aptitude for learning and using various computer programs, databases, and office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of property valuation, assessing, or appraising.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of commercial and residential real and personal property valuation and revaluation work.
Experience processing, indexing, and scanning pictures for real and personal property correction.

Responsibilities

Prepare and distribute detailed assessment change information, certificates, letters, and reports to Shelby County and its municipal taxing authorities.
Prepare tax certifications as needed.
Prepare reports from assessment and GIS data for office use, public requests, and outside state, city, and county agencies.
Assist appraiser staff with research and analysis of property information in the CAMA computer system.
Process splits, consolidations, size changes, and other Assessor mapping functions in preparation for statutory filing and certification.
Assign unique property-identifying information to permits received from Planning and Development agencies to support real estate valuation.
Enter parcel information into assessment change-tracking software programs.
Provide citizens and Shelby County Government departments with information about laws and regulations relating to assessment, taxation, appeals, and appraisal of real estate and personal property.
Process and review real estate transfer documents and tax maps; prepare department files and related forms, letters, and documents.
Assist with preparing assessment notices for taxpayers.
Perform other related duties as required or directed.