Accredited Assessor - Non-Residential

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Employee Family Assistance Program

Free counselling services

Social club

Health, safety & wellness committee

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Parkland County is seeking an Accredited Assessor – Non-Residential to prepare and maintain valuation models, conduct assessments and inspections across a diverse property portfolio. You will use advanced appraisal methods, market analysis, and best practices to ensure tax equity and sustainability.

The ideal candidate has a Related diploma (Real Estate Appraisal/Urban Land Economics), AMAA designation, 5+ years of experience, strong communication, and proficiency with CAMAlot, GIS, and

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Diploma in Real Estate Appraisal and Assessment or equivalent Urban Land Economics specialisation.
• AMAA designation is required/preferred.
• AACI or CAE designations would be assets.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accredited assessment experience, preferably rural/non-residential.
• Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Technical knowledge of construction methods and evaluation factors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, GIS, CAMAlot.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Education

Lakeland College Diploma in Real Estate Appraisal & Assessment (Diploma)

UBC Diploma in Urban Land Economics (DULE)

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS software

CAMAlot Assessment software

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.

Job Posting: #26-76 Status: Permanent, Full-time Posting Closes: October 2, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Schedule: 35 hours/week (7 hours/day)

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
• Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental
• Defined Pension through LAPP
• 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 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].