Comm & Ind Field Data Spec

City of Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Indianapolis seeks a Commercial and Industrial Field Assessor to inspect, measure, and record property data for Marion County. The role applies Indiana law, IAAO standards, and input into the property tax database.

The position requires knowledge of construction terminology, site plans, and imaging software, with independent judgment under supervision. Equal opportunity employer; confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; two years’ related experience.
• DLGF Level II Assessor/Appraiser certification or willingness to earn within six months.
• Knowledge of construction terminology and imaging systems.
• Strong communication and project management skills; ability to assist customers professionally.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Marion County commercial/industrial property is assessed per Indiana law, DLGF rules, and IAAO standards.
• Perform quality control checks on reassessment work for accuracy.
• Read and analyze site plans and construction blueprints for commercial/industrial parcels.
• Coordinate with supervisors and other departments to resolve assessment discrepancies.
• Access properties as required and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Schedule routing/workloads and support office and field visitors.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Quality control

Site plan reading

Communication

Project management

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Level II Assessor/Appraiser certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months

Tools

Imaging systems software

Job description

Overview

Position is responsible for the inspection, data collection, recording, and analysis of all assigned commercial and industrial field assessment within Marion County. Will ensure that all commercial and industrial field information is accurately measured and input into the property tax database in a timely manner so that it may be used by the Assessment Division and other city and county agencies.

Overview

Position is responsible for the inspection, data collection, recording, and analysis of all assigned commercial and industrial field assessment within Marion County. Will ensure that all commercial and industrial field information is accurately measured and input into the property tax database in a timely manner so that it may be used by the Assessment Division and other city and county agencies.

The position requires the knowledge of established laws and IAAO standards, which control most of the actions in this position. Independent judgment, subject to supervisory oversight, is used when there are no available policies and procedures. Other duties and tasks are routine in nature and performed under moderate supervision following standard procedures. Position reports to Manager Commercial and Industrial Field.

Agency Summary

The purpose and mission of the Marion County Assessor’s agency is to provide the city, county, and townships located in the city with information regarding how property values are assessed. The agency is able to do this by cultivating a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the constituents of Indianapolis and Marion County.

The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.

Position Responsibilities

• Ensures that all commercial and industrial property in Marion County is assessed according to Indiana law, Department of Local Government Finance rules, and the standards of the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO)
• Performs quality control checking on work product as previously assessed to ensure all additions or deletions of property are correctly processed for all commercial and industrial parcels for reassessment
• Reads and analyzes site plans and construction blueprints for commercial and industrial parcels
• Consults with Commercial and Industrial Field Manager and Deputy Director of Commercial and Industrial Assessment to resolve assessment discrepancies
• Coordinates with taxpayers or taxpayer designees to gain access to property as required
• Makes significant contributions to the assessment of commercial and industrial parcels by applying demonstrated knowledge
• Coordinates with GIS department, permit and zoning departments and other government agencies as required
• Measures all attached or detached utility and storage buildings to ensure proper assessment of parcel
• Evaluates and determines if parcel is Commercial and Industrial or personal property
• Measures and assess commercial and industrial property including large warehouse facilities up to a million square feet or more, large sky rise facilities up to 20 or more floors with multiple offices, utility, and conference rooms
• Assesses structures for required number of sprinkler systems required to meet Fire and Safety Regulations
• Utilizes different measuring techniques for fireproof materials, steel, and wood to accurately assess parcel
• Schedules and prioritizes routing and workloads of assigned parcels
• Assists all persons who visit office, who call over the telephone or meet with manager or subordinates in the field
• Must maintain confidentiality at all times
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years’ prior work-related experience are required. Applicants must be certified by the DLGF as a Level II Assessor/Appraiser or be willing to earn that certification within six months of hiring. Must have knowledge of construction terminology. Effective project management, computer, and communication skills are required. Knowledge of imaging systems and other software is required. Applicants must have the ability to assist customers in a professional and courteous manner, whether it’s face-to-face, by email, or over the telephone.