Accredited Assessor - Non-Residential

Parkland County; Stony Plain; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Employee Family Assistant Program

Free onsite counselling services

Social club

Health, safety and wellness committee

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Parkland County is seeking an Accredited Assessor – Non-Residential to prepare and maintain valuation models and perform assessments for a diverse portfolio of non-residential properties. The role reports to the Chief Assessor and requires in-person work at Parkland County Centre in Parkland County, AB.

The candidate will use advanced appraisal methods, market analysis, and best practices to ensure provincial compliance and fair property taxation.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or university credential in real estate valuation/assessment.
• Designation with AMAA is required or highly preferred.
• AACI/CAE designations are assets.
• Minimum five years of progress in accredited assessment, preferably rural, non-residential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain non-residential valuation models and conduct assessments/inspections.
• Communicate with property owners, industry partners, and internal departments.
• Support assessment reviews and appeal processes; lead or participate in special projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Microsoft Office

GIS software

CAMAlot

Education

Lakeland College Diploma in Business Administration (Real Estate Appraisal and Assessment)

UBC Diploma in Urban Land Economics (DULE)

AMAA designation

AACI or CAE designations (assets)

Tools

CAMAlot

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Now Hiring: Accredited Assessor – Non-Residential

Join a team that prioritizes public service and where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset, demonstrating a commitment to respect in all we do and a focus on safety for employees and all those we serve. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Working within the Assessment & Tax Department and reporting to the Chief Assessor, the Accredited Assessor – Non-Residential is responsible for preparing and maintaining non-residential valuation models and conducting assessments and inspections for a diverse portfolio of non-residential properties within Parkland County. Utilizing advanced appraisal methodologies, market analysis, and assessment best practices, this position ensures compliance with provincial legislation and contributes to property taxation equity and the economic sustainability of the organization. The Accredited Assessor engages in effective communication with property owners, industry partners, and internal departments, provides professional assessment expertise, supports assessment reviews and appeal processes, and leads or participates in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

• A Post-SecondaryDiploma: Lakeland College Business Administration Diploma with a major in Real Estate Appraisal and Assessment OR the University of British Columbia (UBC) Diploma in Urban Land Economics (DULE), Assessment Specialization.


• Designation with the Accredited Municipal Assessor of Alberta (AMAA).


• Accredited Appraiser Canada Institute (AACI) or Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE) designations would be considered assets.


• Minimum offive (5) years of progressive accredited assessment experience, preferably in a rural environment with a focus on non-residential properties. An understanding of all types of property assessment would be considered an asset.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills and highly effective negotiation skills when dealing with members of the public, appeal hearings and comprehensive reports.


• Technical knowledge of construction methods and factors related to the evaluation of structures, machinery and equipment.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, GIS software and CAMAlot Assessment software programs.

Requirements:

• Ability to primarily work in-person at Parkland County Centre – 53109A HWY 779, Parkland County, AB.


• Ability to drive to various properties within Parkland County for assessment purposes.


• A valid class 5 driver’s license and current, satisfactory driver’s abstract provided upon hire.


• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required upon hire, excluding candidates under the age of 18 and current Parkland County employees.


• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

In addition to an organizational priority for employee well-being, satisfaction and development, including access to an on-site gym, an Employee Family Assistant Program, free onsite counselling services, a social club, a health, safety and wellness committee, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, this position will be eligible for:

• A Starting Salary of: $100,500 to $113,000 per year


• Max Salary Potential: $127,200 per year

Benefits Including:

• Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental


• Defined Pension through LAPP

Work/Life Balance:

• Option to join the Earned Day Off Program


• Vacation entitlement starting at 3 weeks


• Birthday off with pay


• Flexible work arrangements including option of one remote day per week

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants from this posting may be considered for vacancies of the same position for up to three months after posting closure.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at [e-mail].