Assessment Technician

CITY OF RACINE; Hall (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Pension program

HSA

Generous time off

Job summary

The City of Racine is seeking a qualified assessor to perform technical and clerical real estate appraisals and property assessments under the City Assessor. You will maintain property listings, verify ownership, and prepare parcels, maps, and records while ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.

Responsibilities include interacting with the public, providing excellent service, and maintaining data for state reporting. Requires certification progress with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clerical and technical procedures related to real property assessments, including legal descriptions, plats, subdivisions, and property mapping.
• Ability to compile and maintain complex records and reports.
• Ability to pass a data entry skill test.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the real property listing for the City of Racine with accurate descriptions.
• Maintain ownership records for residential and commercial properties and verify deeds.
• Prepare parcel splits/joiners and update plat maps and record cards.
• Assign or remove parcel numbers and notify appropriate agencies.
• Update assessment records and perform sales validation for reporting.
• Respond to public inquiries and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Clerical procedures

Real property assessments

Customer service

Data entry

Records management

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet applications

Database management

Job description

• We offer a great benefits package including medical, dental, pension program, HSA, and generous time off.

City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction and supervision of the City Assessor, performs technical, clerical and real estate property appraisals and assessments in the City of Racine. Perform work on special projects in a support capacity as assigned by the City Assessor.

• Maintain the real property listing for the City of Racine, including accurate legal descriptions for all parcels.
• Maintain accurate ownership records for residential and commercial properties by: uploading sales data from the DOR, searching Register of Deeds office records for non-sale transfers, verifying the chain of title and legal descriptions, ensuring accuracy of deed and E-RETR information, manually entering deeds as needed and maintaining property class changes.
• Prepare parcel splits/joiners annually, including updating plat maps and record cards.
• Assign or remove parcel numbers as needed and notify appropriate agencies.
• Update and maintain assessment records, including sales validation for Wisconsin DOR reporting.
• Research legal descriptions using records from: register of Deeds Office, municipal Courts, probate Courts and as requested by title companies, attorneys, etc.
• Perform appraisal and assessment work to establish accurate, uniform property valuations.
• Physically view, measure, and list residential properties to determine market value using accepted appraisal methods.
• Conduct ratio studies and neighborhood analysis studies.
• Upload and maintain building permit records relating to real property; assist staff assessors with related information.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding assessments and property records, providing excellent customer service.
• Provide accurate and timely information and reports to City and County departments, real estate brokers, appraisers, tax consultants, accountants, lending agencies, title and abstract companies, and other interested parties.
• Notify the Milwaukee Department of Revenue of any changes in ownership or classification of manufacturing properties.
• Prepare and mail correspondence, forms, reports, and input data.
• Verify accuracy of computer printouts during real estate assessment roll preparation.
• Process and assist with mailing of assessment notices and general office mail.
• Assist with real estate reassessment procedures and prepare the annual Assessor’s Statistical Report for the Department of Revenue.
• Prepare and mail 70.11 exemption forms; maintain exempt property list.
• Process accounts payable and prepare office requisitions.
• Perform general administrative and clerical duties, including filing, organizing and maintaining records, and processing mailing address changes.
• Maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of clerical and technical procedures related to real property assessments, including legal descriptions, plats, subdivisions, and property mapping.
• Ability to compile and maintain complex records and reports.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public and answer questions regarding departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to pass a data entry skill test.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computerized records management systems and standard office software, including word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic

Special Requirement

Current Certification by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue at a minimum level of Assessment Technician and obtain Certification by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue at the level of Assessor I or Assessor II within 3 months of hire.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or its equivalency.
• Possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and reliable motor vehicle with adequate insurance coverage

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One-year experience in real estate related work desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION

• Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, and bending/twisting.
• Visual Acuity
• Ability to hear normal conversation
• Ability to communicate orally in a clear manner
• Good manual dexterity of hands and fingers
• Able to lift/carry/push/pull at least 30 lbs.

The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.