Personal Property Appraisal Technician

Marion County•Salem, OR

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs technical analysis, research, and professional accounting functions involved in valuing assessable real or personal property in compliance with Oregon Revised Statutes and related rules, county ordinances, policies, and procedures. The position focuses on personal property assessment, including reviewing confidential annual returns, analyzing and reconciling asset information, applying valuation methods, maintaining accurate assessment records, and researching businesses and taxable property. Work is performed on-site; remote work is not available. The technician communicates with taxpayers, business representatives, and other agencies; prepares correspondence and internal reference materials; researches and resolves account issues; and assists with personal property appeals. The position works under the supervision of the Appraisal Supervisor and/or County Assessor, who assigns work and reviews results. Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of this class.

Requirements

Associate degree with major coursework in accounting, real estate, or a related field, and one year of technical/appraisal, research/analysis, professional fiscal management, or accounting experience; or a satisfactory combination of relevant work, education, training, or experience as determined by Marion County.
Considerable knowledge of personal and real property valuation principles and practices; applicable Oregon Revised Statutes, guidelines, and County ordinances; accounting, fiscal management, and mathematics; modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment; financial record keeping and reporting; and property assessment processes and procedures.
Ability to read and interpret maps and blueprints; compile data from various sources; analyze data and prepare accurate statements or reports; process data and operate electronic calculating machines at a speed and accuracy level needed for successful performance; establish cooperative working relationships; prepare clear and concise reports; and work with considerable independence.
The finalist must pass a criminal history background check; a conviction does not necessarily disqualify an applicant.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; Marion County does not offer visa sponsorship and uses E-Verify.
This position is represented by a union.

Responsibilities

Perform technical analysis, research, and assessment and valuation functions for assessable personal property under applicable laws, rules, ordinances, policies, and procedures.
Review, analyze, reconcile, and maintain confidential property and assessment information for completeness, accuracy, and appropriate valuation.
Research and resolve account, filing, and assessment discrepancies; communicate with taxpayers and business representatives by phone, email, and in person to obtain and verify information and explain requirements and procedures.
Review and process annual Confidential Personal Property Returns submitted in hard-copy or electronically through the County eFiling program, handling confidential information appropriately.
Analyze, reconcile, and balance reported asset information and values; identify and research discrepancies, omissions, inconsistencies, and changes from prior-year information.
Apply valuation schedules and methodologies and calculate annual real market and assessed values.
Use Excel, assessment systems, and other software to organize and analyze data, verify calculations, identify trends and discrepancies, and reconcile information from multiple sources.
Prepare written correspondence concerning filing requirements, discrepancies, information requests, valuation and assessment matters, deadlines, and corrective actions; document correspondence and relevant account activity.
Develop and maintain internal procedures, instructions, and reference materials for personal property processes.
Conduct discovery and research to identify new businesses and taxable personal property and track changes such as relocations, ownership changes, closures, and changes in property or operations.
Research and verify business locations, ownership, account information, and related data; establish new accounts and update existing accounts as needed.
Identify, research, and evaluate machinery, equipment, and other taxable personal property using relevant characteristics to determine classification and real market value.
Assist with personal property appeals by researching account and valuation history, preparing supporting information and exhibits, tracking status and deadlines, and coordinating required documentation and responses.
Represent Marion County in appeal proceedings when assigned.
Attend required meetings, training sessions, and seminars to maintain job-related knowledge.
Perform other duties as assigned.