Field Assessor - Union County PA

Job Description

Union County Assessment is currently accepting applications for a full-time Field Assessor.  This position is responsible for performing field assessments of county properties to determine fair market value for taxation purposes.

This position requires that you receive your certification as a Pennsylvania Evaluator (CPE) within three years after hire and a valid PA Driver’s License.  Must be able to attend 4-5 weeks of training in Harrisburg to become (CPE) certified.

Some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are helpful in obtaining your (CPE)

• Some knowledge of construction practices and of building and land values
• Some knowledge of appraising real estate property
• High School level algebra and geometry
• An overall interest in real estate

The Pay Rate for a Field Assessor in training starts at $17.88/Hr.

The Pay Rate for a Field Assessor with the CPE Certification starts at $19.92/Hr.  Pay rate will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Job Requirements:

• Interprets, applies, and ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
• Appraises new and existing property for tax billing purposes, including clean and green properties; conducts field reviews; locates assets and property for appraisals; gathers and records data effecting values, such as measurements, sketches, photographs, etc.; makes calculations and applies data to appraisals; prepares detailed records for use in calculating appraised values; appraises fair market value of taxable property.
• Reviews various records and documentation in association with determining appraised values; verifies sales and market data; verifies ownership for proper classification; reads maps; plots property lines; identifies other factors impacting the value of existing properties, such as features, depreciation, lending rates/terms, sales/ratio analysis, commercial cost data, cost schedule changes, or other factors; audits personal property records; researches discrepancies.
• Calculates appraised values; calculates approximate amount of taxes due; maintains fair market value, uniformity, and equalization of comparative property; enters appraisal data into the computer; enters previously collected field data into the computer; generates reports from computer systems.
• Gathers information regarding occupations; interviews property owners and tenants; completes cards for absent homeowners/tenants; researches information for those not responding to inquiries; contacts employers to determine job classifications; records occupational changes to tax duplicate books; proofs new duplicate books with prior year for changes.
• Provides information and assistance regarding residential property valuations, tax assessment rules/regulations, procedures, or other issues; explains tax policies involving the levy and collection of taxes; researches problems and initiates problem resolution.
• Defends appraisal values at appeal hearings; attends and testifies at hearings as needed; provides information, documentation, and justification for appraisals.
• Prepares, receives, and processes property tax bills and payments; estimates, calculates, adjusts, bills, files and indexes all documentation and payments; enters information into a computer database; receives and records documentation and fees;reviews, verifies, records, mails, and files required information.
• Maintains listing, assessment and appraisal information on residential property within the County; updates and maintains department records and files and databases; and enters and retrieves data from information systems; and generates computerized reports.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, property record cards, tax bills, balance sheets or other documents. 
• Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, statistical data, property record cards, tax bills and checks, blueprints, building permits, codes, laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate. 
• Communicates with supervisor, department employees, property owners, taxpayers, treasurer, realtors, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice/direction. 
• Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new methods, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends continuing education courses, seminars, and training sessions as appropriate. 
• Operates a country vehicle, a personal computer, general office equipment, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other system software.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED with vocational/technical training in property assessment; supplemented by two (2) year(s) of experience in real estate appraisal and assessment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.   Must obtain and maintain certification as a Pennsylvania Evaluator (CPE).    

Applications or resumes will be accepted until September 30, 2024 by 4:00 pm

Union County is an EOE.

Company Description

Union County is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census, the population was 42,681. Its county seat is Lewisburg. The county was created on March 22, 1813, from part of Northumberland County. Its name is an allusion to the federal Union. 

We encourage you to review our current job postings and apply for a career with us today. A full job description and application can be obtained at www.unioncountypa.org or
picked up at the HR Office located at 155 N 15th Street, Lewisburg, PA 17837.

Union County, Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Benefits

401(a) - Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Group Health and Major Medical with prescription drug coverage - County contribution 80% 

• Choice of PPO or HDHP with HSA

ConnectCare3 Clinical Services

• Patient Advocacy
• Nurse Navigation
• Chronic Disease Management & Prevention
• Nutrition Education
• Tobacco Cessation

Wellness Program

Paid Time off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday)

Voluntary Benefits

• Dental
• Vision
• STD/LTD
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• 457 Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Training and Development

Educational Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement