Valuation Clerk II

Bonneville County•Idaho Falls, ID

6d•$17

About The Position

Bonneville County invites you to apply to join our dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our growing community. Whether you're passionate about public service, eager to make a difference in local government, or seeking a fulfilling career with ample opportunities, Bonneville County is the place for you. Bonneville County offers a highly competitive benefits package to include: One of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit 12 paid holidays Generous vacation and sick leave that start accruing as soon as you start Medical, dental, and vision insurance! (full-time/30+ hours per week) PERSI Choice 401(k) Deferred compensation plan Life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Student Loan Forgiveness Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) General Purpose Perform a variety of working level clerical duties as required to expedite the processing and filing of various forms, reports, documents, and materials related to personal and real property appraisals and value computations as needed to update county assessment roll(s).

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent
Two (2) years of experience performing above or related duties.
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of standard office procedures and policies; proper English usage, grammar, and spelling; professional telephone etiquette; interpersonal communication skills.
Some knowledge of the functions of the County Assessor's Office and its relationship with other county departments; basic principles of property appraisal and tax assessment; various computer applications; proficiency in using Windows-based PCs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, file management, and basic troubleshooting; basic mathematics involving the use of addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
Ability to follow written or oral instructions; work effectively in a standard office environment requiring extensive sitting or standing; operate calculators, computers, and other standard office equipment; work independently on assigned tasks; write legibly; communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
Must be able to operate standard calculator.
Highly proficient computer and keyboarding skills.
Must pass State of Idaho Tax Commission Appraisal Course I.
Must possess and maintain a valid Idaho State Driver's License.
Must be able to pass drug/alcohol testing and pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

Provide clerical assistance to appraisers; schedule appointments; receive and process materials and documents related to real, personal, and mobile home property appraisal; routinely review appraisal forms to ensure standard information is provided to enable proper computations of property value; maintain log of all land schedule changes and updates assessment roll(s).
Provide field assistance to appraisers; may accompany appraisers to property locations; prepare and complete field notes and documentation related to property issues, descriptions, etc.; take measurements, photographs, make diagrams and make field notes related to owner interviews and appraiser observations.
Verify values and process forms by following established procedures; may accompany appraisers in the field and assist in gathering property information; perform property drawings.
Operate a computer terminal to retrieve data related to property descriptions, appraisals, valuations, ownerships, title transfers, etc.; maintain various computerized and hard copy files; monitor, organize, and update personal and/or real property records and files; organize files according to tax code, subdivision, townships, ranges, ownership, property descriptions, etc.; type labels and prepare folders as needed to legally preserve current property information.
Receive requests for property information from property owners, real estate agencies, title companies and potential buyers; search files and summary folders for owner, address, and legal description; respond to property owner questions related to tax assessments and assist with completing and processing property valuation appeal forms; type, prepare and file appropriate copies of appeal.
Verify and prepare regular reports showing local activity in property development, housing starts; property transactions etc.; monitor status of building permits or appraisers; respond to public inquires related to property values.
Monitor community business starts through telephone directory, Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) reports to assure all taxable personal property is accounted for on assessment rolls.
Prepare and mails personal property declaration sheets to newly established businesses; record and process personal property declared as taxable; update division records to include all additions to assessment rolls.
Assist in preparation of annual review of personal property declarations; conduct mailing of declaration sheets to all county businesses to identify and verify increases or reductions in taxable personal property.
Conduct telephone follow‑up with businesses that have been slow to respond to declaration request; respond to inquiries regarding personal property assessment or defer the inquiry to the supervisor as necessary; update division records and files to reflect changes in taxable personal property; utilize depreciation schedules to accurately determine tax assessment on reported property.
Perform general office duties; answer telephone; greet and assist public over office counter; answer questions or refer individuals to proper staff personnel; provide general assistance to customers, assist with completion of circuit breaker and homeowner exemption applications.
Ability to maintain regular, reliable patterns in work product and attendance according to Bonneville County's expectations.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

One of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit
12 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick leave that start accruing as soon as you start
Medical, dental, and vision insurance! (full-time/30+ hours per week)
PERSI Choice 401(k)
Deferred compensation plan
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Student Loan Forgiveness
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)