Director of Ad Valorem

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Ad Valorem plays a vital role in the Oklahoma Tax Commission (OTC), overseeing the administration and management of five key program areas within the Ad Valorem Division. This includes providing general oversight and ensuring compliance with state property laws, directing the valuation and allocation of taxes for public service companies, conducting audits and providing guidance to county assessors to maintain uniformity and accuracy, managing reimbursement programs for eligible taxpayers, and overseeing data analysis, reporting, and technical assistance for ad valorem tax functions.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration or a closely related field; PLUS eight years of professional experience in business or public administration, or closely related field, INCLUDING two years in a supervisor or administrative capacity
• OR a master’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public management, or closely related field; PLUS four years of professional experience in business or public administration, or closely related field, INCLUDING one year in a supervisor or administrative capacity
• OR nine years of professional experience in business or public administration, or closely related field, INCLUDING three years in a supervisor or administrative capacity
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Employees who hold this position must obtain initial and advanced accreditation for Oklahoma County Assessors and Deputies as certified by Oklahoma State University Center for Local Government Technology within the first 18 months of employment at the cost of the agency. Advanced accreditation renewals will also be required every three years at the cost of the agency.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to perform all job-related travel.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Oklahoma State Driver’s License.
• Willingness and ability to work BOTH on-site and telework at an off-site location.
• Must have a secure internet connection and a dedicated telephone (landline) or smart phone device during scheduled working hours.
• Must uphold the strictest standards of confidentiality as an essential part of its job responsibilities.
• Successful completion of a fingerprint-based background check, reference check and federal and state tax compliance check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a County Assessor's Office
• OSU Center for Local Government Technology (CLGT) accredited in the Assessor Training and Accreditation (ATAP) program.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily operations across all program areas within the Ad Valorem Division.
• Oversee the work of subordinate managers and supervisors to ensure professional and technical functions align with agency goals.
• Serves as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to ad valorem tax strategies, policies and legislative initiatives.
• Stays current on state and federal laws related to ad valorem taxes, tax reporting, tax research and tax planning.
• Monitors, interprets, and directs the implementation of new legislation that impacts division policies, procedures, and staff resources.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, priorities and work standards to enhance efficiency, compliance, and revenue collection.
• Recommend improvements to internal controls to enhance accountability and compliance.
• Assists the Executive Director in setting and executing division goals and priorities that align with the agency’s overall mission and vision.
• Develop initiatives to improve taxpayer experience and streamline employee workload while maintaining compliance with filing requirements.
• Leads efforts to identify and eliminate nonvalue added processes, integrating lean methodologies into the division’s continuous improvement strategy.
• Participate in staff selection and talent development.
• Allocates staffing and resources to optimize revenue recovery and operational effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• A Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of paid vacation and 15 days of sick leave for full-time employees the first year.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• A Longevity Bonus for years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director