Assessor I or II

County of Blair • Hollidaysburg, PA

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About The Position

An Assessor I or II discovers, lists, and values taxable and exempt properties in Blair County. The position conducts residential and commercial inspections, records property information, determines assessed values in accordance with local and state parameters, and supports property owners and the County’s assessment processes. The role also involves clerical and administrative work, handling cash, driving a County vehicle, and assisting with appeals as needed.

The employer provides and pays for continuing education needed to obtain or maintain the Certified Pennsylvania Evaluator (CPE) credential. A valid CPE is preferred at hire for an Assessor I and is required for the stated Assessor II starting wage. The position is associated with a 35-hour workweek. Starting wages are $16.71 per hour at level I and $18.42 per hour at level II (with CPE). Benefits begin the first of the month following 30 calendar days of employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of work experience; experience in tax assessment, property appraisal, or a related field is preferred.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• Ability to navigate computer programs with agility.
• Superior attention to detail.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Willingness and ability to work well independently.
• Moderate math skills.
• Ability to use a tape measure.
• Ability to read maps and navigate accordingly.
• Proficient organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience setting schedules and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data.

Nice To Haves

• A valid Certified Pennsylvania Evaluator (CPE) credential is preferred at hire; it must otherwise be earned at employer expense within one year of placement into the position.
• Work experience in tax assessment, property appraisal, or another related field.

Responsibilities

• Discover, list, and value taxable and exempt properties in Blair County.
• Conduct residential and commercial property inspections.
• Sketch and record information about homes and other buildings.
• Determine assessed values for multiple sites in accordance with local and state parameters.
• Enter information into the department computer system and check entries for accuracy.
• Answer questions and explain information to property owners in the office and in the field.
• Coordinate and collate tax maps and process reports.
• Handle cash and drive a County vehicle.
• Attend employer-provided and employer-paid continuing education classes to obtain and/or maintain the CPE credential.
• Perform varied clerical tasks.
• Assist with the appeals process as necessary.

Benefits

• 90% employer-paid PPO healthcare with vision and prescription components, starting the first of the month following 30 calendar days.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Defined contribution plan.
• Group term life insurance.
• Sick time.
• Ample time-off provisions.
• Employer-paid continuing education classes to obtain and/or maintain the CPE credential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED