Interested applicants: complete an application, submit a cover letter and resume to hr@sciotownshipmi.gov.

Department:     Assessing Department

Reports To:        Assessor

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Assessor, assumes responsibilities for the examination, appraisal and assessment of residential properties for inclusion on the Township’s assessment roll. Collects and analyzes data essential to the evaluation of residential property structures.

 Essential Job Functions:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. 

1. Appraises new and remodeled residential properties within the Township to determine accurate and defensible market value. 
2. Assists property owners and other interested parties in understanding property assessments and answers inquiries regarding appraisal, tax exemptions, property transfer, personal property, and other assessment policies and procedures. 
3. Maintains ownership data through the review of deed and various sale documents. 
4. Reviews and processes the Principal Residence Exemption for validity and completeness. 
5. Conducts field and desk reviews of residential properties and gathers data which is used in the determination of value. 
6. Maintains current knowledge of court rulings and local/state mandates related to personal property assessing requirements impacting the Township. 
7. Prepares departmental records, documents, and reports. 
8. Attends and participates in various meetings as requested. 
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job. 

• Two years of assessing experience, preferred.

• MCAT (Level I), working towards MCAO (Level II) Assessing certification.

• Valid Vehicle Operator’s License, satisfactory driving record, and the ability to maintain one throughout employment.

• Working knowledge of BS&A Assessment and Special Assessment software, APEX sketch software, ARCView (GIS), Microsoft Office Suite, and Pivot Point.

• Ability to remain abreast of changes to property tax laws and practices, and willingness to participate in ongoing education and training.

• Knowledge of local, State and Federal statutes, ordinances, regulations, and procedural requirements pertaining to assessing.

• Ability to attend conferences and continuing education opportunities to maintain level of assessment licensure.

• Knowledge of general township operations and policies to effectively direct and assist customers.

•  Skill in handling difficult public relations or customer services issues with tact and diplomacy. 

• Skill in preparing and organizing complex information and making effective public presentations.

• Skill in maintaining accurate and comprehensive records, accounts and other public documents.

• Ability to work constructively and interact professionally with others.

• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, adjust to changing priorities and work within deadlines.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee spends the majority of their time in an office setting with a controlled climate where they sit and work on a computer for extended periods of time, communicate by telephone, email or in person, and move around the office. Occasionally this position is required to travel to other locations.

An employee in this position may be required to occasionally work outside the office at construction sites to complete inspections and appraisals. Construction sites may have treacherous terrain, requiring the employee to traverse uneven ground, climb up or crawl down to access the site, and may involve fumes, dust, chemicals, or other hazardous materials, loud machinery and equipment and other dangers associated with construction sites. An employee in this position must have the strength, stamina and physical coordination needed to gain access to the construction project sites described above, and the vision abilities required to complete inspections.

Extended work hours (beyond 8 hours/day) may be required during the Board of Review or BOT meetings.