Property Tax Educator

Job Description
Work under the general guidance and supervision of the Education Program Manager assisting in the Property Tax Division Education Program. The ideal candidate will have: a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in ad valorem appraising; a Certified General Appraiser license with the State of Utah (or a Certified Residential must be Certified General within reasonable timeframe); and possess a desire to assist, train, mentor and instruct county personnel to each achieve a Utah State Tax Designations and a Utah Division of Real Estate credential (license and/or certifications).  The candidate is required to obtain (within 3 months of employment) a pre-licensing Instructor’s license with the Utah Division of Real Estate and become a qualified AQB USPAP instructor.

Principle Duties 
This position will assist in:

• development and instruction of appraisal course work;
• update and maintain the USTC, Property Tax Division, Standards of practice;
• organize and solicit presentations for the annual Assessors’ School conference;
• serve on a committee that reviews candidates demonstration appraisals prior to being submitted to the Utah Division of Real Estate to achieve appraisal credentials;
• assist the Program Manager in developing a comprehensive annual education plan;
• recommend new and/or additional coursework; and
• attend Division of Real Estate Appraisal Board meetings.

Attention to detail is required at all levels or performance.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate should have:

• Must possess a high aptitude for research and analysis of large quantities of data. 
• Acts as a resource for management and staff; provides technical support within the area of responsibility.
• Work well with colleagues.  May be required to assist or provide technical consultation on appraisal assignments with County Representatives and/or county projects. 
• Supervise and/or mentor appraisal candidates in the Property Tax Division.
• Audits and review courses and practices to ensure compliance with procedures, regulations and standards.
• Work independently with little or no supervision.  Also, be an integral team member when required.
• Plan, organize and prioritize time and workload in order to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.

Special Qualifications:
 

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as an Ad Valorem Appraiser.
• Current Utah General Appraiser Certification OR evidence of the ability to obtain a Utah General Appraiser credential through reciprocity within three (3) months of date of hire Utah (or a Certified Residential must be Certified General within a reasonable time frame).
• Evidence of appraisal instruction and subject matter knowledge
• Certified Appraiser (residential or general), in good-standing, for a minimum of three (3) years (qualifies to be an appraisal supervisor, complies with Utah DRE rules)
• Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license and minimum required insurance; occasional travel is required.
• Ability to proficiently use: computers; Microsoft Office software; typical presentation/instruction equipment; aerial imagery; MLS database and other appraiser related research technology.
• Must be able to operate daily interactions with the ability to maintain confidentiality of student related information.  
• Must be able to work independently and as a team.  Our goal is the student’s success!  We treat ALL of our customers with dignity, integrity, respect, professionalism and we strive to exceed their expectations.

Why You Should Join Our Team
In this position, you would enjoy the generous benefits package offered by the State of Utah. We have an extremely competitive total compensation package that you can learn about HERE! 

The Agency
For more information about the Utah State Tax Commission and the Property Tax Division, please click here.

• Delivers presentations, live training, on-line presentations, virtual presentations and other types of electronic or in-person training.  Must be flexible with new innovative technology and willing to implement where appropriate.
• Recommends, develops, and implements policies and procedures; ensures Property Tax personnel are operating under the most current state and local statutes and standard operating procedures.
• Communicates verbally and in written form with the county elected officials, their staff, and other government entities.
• Attends and/or presents relevant updates at Assessor Real Property and Personal Property communication meetings.
• Coordinates with program applicants and provides excellent customer service. Assists in navigating the appraisal candidate’s education path to a successful completion, culminating in a license or certification with the Utah Division of Real Estate. 
• Review and track county compliance with USTC designations: Ad Valorem residential, Ad Valorem general, Ad Valorem personal property and Ad Valorem Centrally Assessed.

• Knowledge of Utah State laws, codes and regulations that apply to appraisers and property tax in general.
• Must possess a high aptitude for research and analysis of large quantities of data. 
• Acts as a resource for management and staff; provides technical support within the area of responsibility.
• Work well with colleagues.  May be required to assist or provide technical consultation on appraisal assignments with County Representatives and/or county projects. 
• Supervise and/or mentor appraisal candidates in the Property Tax Division.
• Audits and review courses and practices to ensure compliance with procedures, regulations and standards.
• Work independently with little or no supervision.  Also, be an integral team member when required.
• Plan, organize and prioritize time and workload in order to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines. 

 Working Conditions

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Other Requirements

• Must pass FBI level background check 
• All vehicle registrations and tax filings must be current.

Salary : $29 - $47