State Assessor (PCN 216018)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave & holidays

Job summary

The State of Alaska's Division of Community & Regional Affairs is recruiting for a State Assessor in Anchorage, AK. This role oversees the Office of the State Assessor, advising municipalities on assessment and taxation, developing the annual Full Value Determination, and delivering training on valuation practices.

Ideal candidates bring strong analytical, mathematical, and communication skills, with a background in real estate, public policy, or related fields, and a track record in property

Qualifications

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic approach to problems and opportunities.
• Mathematical Reasoning: applies math and statistics to practical problems.
• Oral Communication: communicates clearly to individuals or groups and presents ideas effectively.
• Organizational Awareness: understands mission, programs, policies and regulations.
• Technical Competence: applies formal training and on-the-job expertise to advise others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supervision, management and mission of the Office of the State Assessor (OSA).
• Advise and assist municipalities on assessment and taxation issues.
• Develop the annual Full Value Determination (FVD).
• Monitor municipal assessment practices and provide education and training.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Mathematical Reasoning

Oral Communication

Organizational Awareness

Technical Competence

Education

Education in real estate / related field

Public policy / law / economics background

Job description

State Assessor (PCN 216018) in Anchorage, AK

The Division of Community & Regional Affairs is recruiting for a State Assessor to join our team!

Job Description

The Division of Community & Regional Affairs is recruiting for a State Assessor to join our team!

What you will be doing:

This State Assessor is responsible for the supervision, management and mission of the Office of the State Assessor (OSA). The mission of the OSA is to advise and assist municipalities on assessment and taxation issues, develop the annual Full Value Determination (FVD), provide taxation and assessment education, administer the Senior Citizen and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption Program, and monitor municipal assessment and taxation practices and procedures.

Our Organization, mission, and culture:

The Department assists the Governor’s vision for Alaska with a focus on outcomes, an efficient use of Alaska’s abundant resources, and putting individual Alaskans before bureaucracy.

The Division of Community and Regional Affairs (DCRA) promotes strong communities and healthy economies by providing information, technical assistance, financial assistance, and other capacity building resources to communities.

The benefits of joining our team:

At DCRA, you will be joining a team of employees who demonstrate a high level of initiative, excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to adapt to a changing environment.

The working environment you can expect:

The office is located on the 16th floor of the Atwood building and covered parking in the Linny Pacillo parking garage is provided.

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.

• Real Estate: Knowledge of real estate principles, practices, markets, and values.

• Education and Training: Knowledge of teaching, training, research, making presentations, lecturing, testing, and other instructional methods.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving : Uses a logical, systematic, and sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
• Mathematical Reasoning : Solves practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical and statistical techniques.
• Oral Communication:(*) Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
• Organizational Awareness : Knows the organization's mission and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operates effectively within them; this includes the programs, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the organization.
• Technical Competence : Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Equivalent to those typically gained by:

Education in real estate, public policy, law, economics, statistics, finance, accounting, geography, or closely related field;

AND/OR

Progressively responsible professional experience in real and personal property appraisal, taxation, equalization, mapping, and tax reform or relief; building valuation models for mass property appraisal; formulating, working with, or revising policy, regulations, or legislation related to property valuation and taxation; and/or developing and providing educational training for assessment professionals.

Special Note:

Certification by the Alaska Association of Assessing Officers (AAAO) must be obtained within twelve (12) months of appointment. State teacher certification from the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) must be obtained within twenty-four (24) months of appointment.

EEO STATEMENT:

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

Nichole Tham Division Operations Manager [e-mail]

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits . (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

Employer State of Alaska

Address PO Box 110201

Juneau, Alaska, 99811

Phone [phone] (Statewide toll-free number)

[phone] (Juneau and out-of-state callers)