Regression Modeler-Assessors Office

Salt Lake County • Salt Lake City, UT

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Develops, implements, tests, calibrates, and programs mathematic models in specialized information systems applications. Analyzes data and builds models to set real property tax rolls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Science, or other closely related field, plus four (4) years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Must obtain an Appraiser license from the State of Utah Division of Real Estate and possess a Residential Appraiser designation with the Utah State Tax Commission within three (3) years of hire.
• A valid Driver’s License accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire.
• A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah must be obtained within six (6) months of hire to operate a County vehicle.
• The successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of advanced quantitative statistics and how regression theory and appraisal theory complement each other in mass appraisal
• Knowledge of regression and statistical modeling techniques
• Knowledge of mathematical, financial, and statistical calculations
• Knowledge of real property appraisal methods, techniques, cost, income, and market valuation systems
• Knowledge of real estate terminology
• Knowledge of building construction, materials, and costs
• Knowledge of property appraisal and tax-related databases, table views, and spreadsheets
• Knowledge of operation and applications of software, hardware, machine language(s), and automated information systems appropriate to the department
• Knowledge of research design and methodologies
• Knowledge of laws affecting property appraisal, classifications, assessment ratios, property tax exemption, and the appeals process
• Ability to organize workloads and prioritize tasks to adhere to deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment, both independently and in a team setting
• Ability to demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Ability to effectively apply general principles to specific conditions
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to utilize statistical software packages such as SAS (Statistical Analysis System) or SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) to perform data analysis
• Ability to conduct, organize, analyze, and document information systems research

Responsibilities

• Develops, calibrates, and deploys advanced statistical valuation models within specialized systems applications to ensure the accurate and equitable valuation of all real property types.
• Maintains documentation and validates models to ensure statistical accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Utilizes advanced statistical and appraisal methodologies to develop predictive mass appraisal models.
• Analyzes the results of model programming and modifies programs to optimize performance and meet goals and objectives.
• Prepares or assists in preparing technical documentation and statistical reports detailing model performance, methodologies, and valuation outcomes.
• Partners with leadership to identify key data requirements, ensuring datasets are optimized for statistical analysis.
• Performs data cleaning, auditing, and validation to ensure accuracy and reliability for all valuation outputs.
• Presents information on models, trains end-users, and assists with project planning.

Benefits

• 12 Holidays
• up to 24 vacation days
• 12 sick days
• one personal day every year
• Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution
• Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option
• Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
• Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year
• Flexible Spending Account
• 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option
• Professional Development including professional membership fees paid
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Onsite medical clinic and gym
• pet insurance
• auto and home insurance
• discounts at County facilities

What This Job Offers

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