Senior CLGT Specialist AS8261

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University-Stillwater is seeking a CLGT Specialist to support the Assessor Training and Accreditation Program (ATAP) within the Center for Local Government Technology. The role includes training county assessors and treasurers, providing software implementation and training, and delivering mass appraisal support with accuracy and timely delivery.

The candidate should excel in communication, public speaking, and multimedia presentations, with knowledge of CAMA and cadastral

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree must be conferred on or before start date.
• Seven (7) years of experience with CAMA, Mapping, or Land Parcel Inventory software OR nine (9) years in property assessment field.
• Post-secondary education may substitute for years of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Specialist performs professional duties in ATAP and other programs as needed.
• Collaborate with internal and external clients in interdisciplinary teams.
• Develop program work plans and adjust annual goals.
• Travel in-state up to five nights per week.

Skills

CAMA software

Public speaking

Verbal and written skills

Multimedia presentations

Travel flexibility

Research laws/regulations

Team collaboration

Project planning

Communication with county officials

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, mathematics, real estate, finance, business administration or related field

Tools

Windows/Office

CAMA software

Job description

Campus OSU-Stillwater Contact Name & Email Jana Metcalf, [e-mail]

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM with occasional evenings and weekends performing duties in excess of 40 hours per week.

Appointment Length: Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $77,000

About This Position

The Center for Local Government Technology (CLGT) is seeking motivated individuals to apply for the role of CLGT Specialist. The Center provides education, training, research, and technical assistance to tribal, state, local governments, and other public and private entities.

The Assessor Training and Accreditation Program (ATAP) located at CLGT provides statutory training to County Assessors and County Board of Equalization members, as well as computer and technical assistance involving software implementation and training to County Assessors and County Treasurers. This includes assessment administration, treasurer collections and apportionment, and computer assisted mass appraisal (CAMA) software licensing, implementation, support, and training.

The CLGT Specialist performs professional duties based on the client's needs. This may include working in multiple programs and performing different functions simultaneously; however, emphasis will be in ATAP. The Specialist must be able to work in an interdisciplinary changing team environment, collaborate with internal and external clients, and complete broad work assignments in an accurate, timely, and cost-effective manner.

The successful candidate must have excellent creative, verbal and written skills to effectively compile, consolidate, and transmit knowledge using multiple media to a variety of audiences with different educational levels and work related experiences.

The CLGT Specialist participates in training opportunities by attending relevant meetings of professional associations, such as the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) and the National Association of County Officers, to gain knowledge related to mass appraisal methodologies, techniques, and standards and other technical subjects. They will represent the program, CLGT, and the University in local, state, and national forums as required.

The CLGT Specialist develops a program work plan, responds to funding agency's requests, and when necessary, adjusts the annual work plan and performance goals. The Specialist and their supervisor will discuss and establish annual performance goals and measures that are subject to change from year to year. The Specialist will be expected to perform other duties as assigned, and when necessary, adjustments will be made to the annual work plan and the performance goals.

This position requires extensive in-state travel, including overnight stays ranging from one to five nights per week.

Employment for all Center employees is contingent upon continuous funding and revenue.

Required Qualifications

• Senior CLGT Specialist: Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, mathematics, real estate, finance, business administration, or another related field and seven (7) years of experience in using CAMA, Mapping, or Land Parcel Inventory software; OR a professional designation that meets the appraisal industry standards and nine (9) years of experience in the property assessment field. (Bachelor's degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date.)

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses

Post-secondary education may substitute for years of required experience.

• Have before hire and maintain after hire a valid driver's license. A valid driver's license must be maintained for the operation of an OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as assigned.
• Completion of the Advanced Assessor Accreditation Program.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

• Intermediate skills in the use of Microsoft Windows, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Able to research laws and regulations, provide technical and professional assistance, and create and present multimedia presentations.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Able to communicate written information, present seminars, workshops, and classes to adult learners with different educational backgrounds.
• Knowledge of the Oklahoma Ad Valorem Tax Laws and Oklahoma Tax Commission Rules and Regulations.
• Understand cadastral mapping and its relation to mass appraisal and assessment administration practices in County Assessors' offices, including but not limited to tax levies, exemptions, freezes and caps, reports to be generated, and budgeting.
• Able to travel extensively to consult with County Assessors and Boards of Equalization, and to provide training and technical assistance.
• Knowledge of property valuation and appraisal techniques for urban and rural properties, as well as knowledge of Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) theory and techniques.
• Knowledge of the three recognized approaches to property appraisal.
• Able to communicate the ad valorem process to county officials and public with written information and with multimedia presentations at local, regional, and state conferences, seminars, workshops, and classes.
• Able to operate personal computers, projectors, and other office equipment.
• Able to travel with overnight stays ranging from one to five nights per week.
• Legal ability to drive passenger cars, light trucks, and vans.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Education, Engineering, Technology, Business, or other related degree programs.
• In addition to the minimum requirements, the preferred incumbent will have a Master's Degree and ten (10) or more years of experience in the property assessment field, tribal, state, or local governments transportation, transit, industry, adult education, engineering, construction, Ad Valorem law or business. Extensive knowledge and experience providing technical assistance to county assessors and other government officials regarding property assessment, valuation, equalization and regulatory requirements.

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses

• Instructor Certification
• Recognized Professional Certification/Designation or License
• Current on CEU's

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

Ability to build extensive relationships with county officials, government agencies, vendors and other stakeholders.

Working Conditions

This position requires extensive travel in-state and out-of-state, the occasional necessity to work nights and weekends performing duties in excess of 40 hours per week. The individual is expected to represent CLGT and the University at all times as a team member and as an individual with professional demeanor and actions.

Must be able to lift student manuals and presentation equipment weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. Typing on a personal computer.