Real Estate Investigator II (Special Assessments)

Coordinate and review special assessment calculations for Public Works Capital Improvement projects. Collaborate with multiple divisions, departments, and contractors to prepare, review, and levy special assessments related to service charges, unpaid fees, service line repairs and various annual projects.

Maintain, review, and reconcile special assessment payment records for pending and levied special assessments.
 
Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
 
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.•  Work with other divisions, departments, and agencies to calculate and/or coordinate special assessments for Public Works activities and prepare assessment rolls to be collected on Hennepin County property taxes.
•  Represent the Public Works Department at City Council and other public meetings.
•  Research laws, ordinances, and records to answer questions and provide information relating to special assessments.
•  Perform investigations into legal descriptions, property ownership and taxes, and make reports and recommendations based on findings.
•  Assign and review work to ensure accuracy and completeness.
•  Other duties as assigned.
 
Working Conditions: Normal office setting. May require occasional in person or virtual public informational meetings outside normal work hours.

Minimum Qualifications:   Associate degree with course work in Real Estate, Surveying, Drafting, Plan Reading, Accounting and Record Management or equivalent.   

             

Minimum Experiences:  Five years of experience working with real estate data, land plats and legal assessment procedures, record keeping and accounting.

 

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

 

A resume is required. You must attach an updated resume to your application.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100.00. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70.00 on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
 
Background Check
The city has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing
All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.  Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing.  Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the AFSCME General Unit (CAF). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/afscme-general/#d.en.169415
 
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established.
 
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list.  If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.•  Thorough knowledge of land platting, property tax, and special assessment processes.
•  Thorough knowledge of, and the ability to read legal documents such as deeds and legal descriptions of property.
•  Thorough knowledge of real estate law including local and state regulations regarding assessments for improvements.
•  Considerable knowledge of, and ability to utilize software applications including Microsoft Office, Smartsheet and other office productivity software.
•  Excellent record keeping, management and organizational skills.
•  Strong attention to detail.
•  Ability to create and maintain project schedules.
•  Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems.
•  Ability to research, analyze and summarize data.
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Salary : $36 - $43