8904 - Data/Property Analyst I (Assessor)

Jackson County•Medford, OR

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Jackson County is seeking a Data/Property Analyst I to join the Data Analyst Team. This role supports the Jackson County Assessor Office's mission of performing fair and equitable assessment of all properties. The team studies Residential, Commercial, and Industrial sales trends county-wide, using diligent research, accepted statistical practices, and a Computer Aided Mass Appraisal system to ensure compliance with state statutes and improve assessment quality. The ideal candidate is a self-starter eager to become an indispensable resource.

Requirements

Certification as a registered property appraiser with the state of Oregon AND one full year of experience as a registered property appraiser; OR, Certification as a registered property appraiser with the state of Oregon within five months of hire AND three years of work-related experience; OR Any combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.
Certified as a Registered Property Appraiser with the state of Oregon as provided in Oregon Revised Statute 308.010.
Adhere to continuing education requirements as provided in Oregon Revised Statute 308.010 3(a).
Knowledge of theories, principles and techniques of property appraisal, farm and forest use special assessments; income approach to valuation; analyze data; computer software and hardware including spreadsheets, windows operating system, popular data base tools ; development of land and depreciation schedules, and local cost and market modifiers; property identification references; construction techniques, styles and materials.
Ability to read and interpret maps and legal descriptions; analyze data; prepare complete and accurate reports; prepare reports; identify and analyze complex problems and make sound recommendations; use basic mathematics, college level algebra and statistical analysis to prepare spread sheets, determine formulas; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; use a variety of office machines including computers, calculators and other appraisal tools and equipment; interpret and explain department policies and procedures.
Pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
Must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Genuinely fascinated by real estate markets
Possess a working knowledge of analytical methods
Maintain a fervent desire to serve the public
Self-starter

Responsibilities

Reviews and analyzes property sales, and develops and presents a report describing trends in property sales/values.
Performs a significant portion of the work assigned to the next higher level, but without the independence or full responsibility expected at the next level, initially under immediate supervision, progressing to general supervision.
Analyzes sales of property.
Prepares sales listings.
Prepares a summary and a final ratio report of the analysis of sales.
Develops land value schedule.
Develops local cost and market modifiers and depreciation schedules.
Provides work recommendations to new employees; informs and instructs staff in the use of computer programs.
Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
Has regular and reliable attendance.
Overtime may be required.