What are the responsibilities and job description for the County Assessor position at County of Freeborn?
The County Assessor directs the administration of ad valorem property taxation prescribed by Minnesota Statutes and the Minnesota Department of Revenue to ensure that a uniform and equalized assessment of all property in Freeborn County is attained. The Assessor is responsible for the valuation, classification, and appeals of all property in Freeborn County. Calculates and analyzes real estate market values, determines property classification and exemptions, educates the public, interprets and follows statutes and guidelines, assists in the resolution of disputes between the county and taxpayers, and develops departmental procedures and manages the staff of the department. The Assessor is accountable for all departmental functions and operations in accordance with County Board policies, directives of the County Administrator and Minnesota laws, statutes and guidelines.
Staff and Administrative Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages and supervises all department appraisal staff and administrative support personnel including performance evaluation, interviewing and screening applicants, training and counseling, performance improvement plans and discipline, and other personnel related actions.
- Direct, confer, and instruct staff appraisers to perform their duties under the laws of the state to ensure that a uniform and equalized assessment of all property in the County is attained.
- Delegates and monitors work assignments to ensure compliance with guidelines, statutes and department policies and procedures.
- Interprets, reviews and advises staff regarding laws and policies.
- Assesses the fiscal needs of the department and recommends fiscal requirements to the County Administrator and County Board.
- Serves as the primary spokesperson of the department to the public. Responds to questions and provides information to local officials, board, realtors and the general public concerning property tax laws and department operations.
- Oversees, coordinates and participates in responding to complaints from the public regarding property and tax issues either individually or through the Boards of Appeal and Equalization.
Assessment / Technical Duties and Responsibilities
Completes assessment work on the county's most complex properties. Determines policy and procedures and provides direction to staff in assessment and estimates of the market value of properties to include : determining market conditions based on sales ratio studies, appropriate location factors, depreciation, classification, quality and size and equalization using statistical analysis, review of building permits and new construction to determine effect
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
While these are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as part of their role with the County.
Position Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work independently to determine objectives and how they are achieved with limited oversight for results achieved.
Requires a four-year degree in Business Administration or related field.
This position will require the acquisition and maintenance of the following additional certificates / licenses :
Certification as a Senior Accredited MN Assessor
Occasional use of County car
This job typically requires : sitting, standing, walking, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, typing, and seeing. There is prolonged exposure to computer keyboards and video screens. This position is generally light-duty and may require the exertion up to 40 pounds of force.
The physical demands described here are representative to those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment as well as in the field for property inspections. Travel is required to other facilities, meetings training, etc.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies Common to All County Positions
Develop, maintain a thorough working knowledge of, and comply with all departmental and applicable County policies and
Interested applicants must apply through the on-line application process and will be open till filled. Pay range $87,942 - $117,229 annually based on experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Salary : $87,942 - $117,229
