Independent Contractor - Real Property Data Collector

Tooele County•Tooele, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tooele County is seeking qualified individuals or firms to provide real property data collection services for the Tooele County Assessor's Office. This is an independent contractor opportunity and is not a County employee position. The selected contractor will receive assignments based on County workload and available funding. There is no guaranteed minimum amount of work or compensation. The current estimated workload includes up to approximately 1,800 parcels, with completed data collection required by December 31, 2026. The contractor determines the sequence, route, schedule, and methods used to complete accepted assignments, provided that applicable deadlines, deliverable standards, security requirements, and legal access restrictions are met. The contractor is responsible for their own operating expenses, taxes, and any approved assistants or subcontractors. This posting is for an independent contractor opportunity and does not establish an employment relationship with Tooele County. Successful respondents must execute the County's independent contractor agreement and satisfy all applicable pre-contract requirements before receiving assignments. The final relationship will be governed by the executed contract and accepted written assignments.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to contract and work in the United States
Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation suitable for travel throughout Tooele County
Be able to accurately measure structures, read maps and property records, perform basic mathematical calculations, take usable photographs, prepare sketches, and enter information using computer systems
Be able to communicate professionally with the public and County personnel
Be able to work independently and complete assignments by established deadlines
Have education or experience demonstrating the ability to perform the requested services
A County background check will be required

Nice To Haves

Property data collection
Appraisal support
Construction measurement
Inspection
GIS
Comparable work

Responsibilities

Visiting designated properties to verify observable property characteristics, improvements, construction status, condition, functional design, and dimensions
Measuring structures and preparing or updating property sketches
Taking photographs and uploading documentation according to required standards
Reviewing available property records and entering verified information into designated County systems
Reviewing completed work for accuracy and completeness and correcting deficiencies when requested
Professionally interacting with property owners or occupants when property contact is necessary
Performing other property data collection services described in an accepted written assignment