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Madison County

DEPUTY ASSESSOR / APPRAISER MADISON COUNTY ASSESSOR&rsquo;S OFFICEThe Madison County Assessor&rsquo;s Office is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented professional to assist with the discovery, listing, and valuation of residential and agricultural properties. This role includes both office and field work, providing customer service to taxpayers, conducting property inspections, processing credits and exemptions, and maintaining accurate assessment records.High school diploma required; degree or construction/appraisal experience preferred. 2&ndash;4 years of relevant real estate or appraisal experience encouraged. Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa driver&rsquo;s license. Must appear&mdash;or be eligible to appear&mdash;on the Iowa Department of Revenue&rsquo;s list of eligible Deputy Assessors.Compensation to be commensurate with relevant experience. Standard operational hours are five 8-hour days, Monday through Friday 8:00am &ndash; 4:30pm. Benefits package includes paid leave, medical &amp; life insurance coverage, and IPERS retirement plan.The application form and job description is available at the Madison County Human Resources website; https://madisoncounty.iowa.gov/offices/human-resources/.Submit your application for consideration to the Human Resources (HR) office email; kskerik@madisoncounty.iowa.gov, or mail to Madison County Human Resources, PO Box 152, Winterset, Iowa 50273. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting has been terminated by the hiring office, subject to a minimum posting period of 10 days.General Summary:With limited direction from the Assessor, is responsible for discovering, listing &amp; valuing agricultural and residential property in Madison County in accordance with rules governed by the State of Iowa, Department of Revenue. Oversees all GIS functions in Madison County for taxation purposes. Performs other assigned tasks identified with duties of the Assessor&rsquo;s Office including direct contact with tax payers, answering questions and problem solving.I. Essential Functions1. Discovers, lists and maintains parcels in CAMA system for taxation purposes in accordance to the Code of Iowa.2. Maintains GIS data including division of parcels, subdivisions and layers.3. Assists Board of Review by providing information as needed.4. Provides information and answers questions from property owners, realtors, attorneys, abstractors, surveyors and appraisers regarding assessed values, legal descriptions and other information related to the Assessor&rsquo;s Office.5. Completes special projects as determined by the Assessor.6. Attends meetings, conferences and workshops as determined by the Assessor.II. Education / Experience / Qualifications1. High school diploma or equivalent.2. Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or 3 years of experience in construction or GIS.III. Licensing and Certification1. Valid Iowa driver&rsquo;s license.2. Name must appear on the State of Iowa, Director of Revenue&rsquo;s list of eligible candidates for Deputy Assessor.3. Must maintain continuing education credits to maintain deputy status.IV. Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesA. Knowledge1. Knowledge of State of Iowa laws and regulations pertaining to the assessment of various types of property for taxation purposes, with emphasis on &ldquo;ad valorem&rdquo; assessments.2. Knowledge of State laws relating to tax exemption.3. Knowledge of the fundamental principles and practices of property classification, appraisal and valuation, State laws relating to tax exemption and taxpayer and owner rights.4. Knowledge of Madison County&rsquo;s roads and landmarks.5. Knowledge of building construction practices and of building and land costs.B. Skills1. Personala. High level of integrity.b. Flexibility to adapt to change.c. Willingness to take initiative with little or no supervision.d. Attention to detail.2. Organizationala. Analytical thinking and problem solving.b. Accuracy, planning, and time management.c. Team work.3. Technicala. Accurately measure square footage of all types of buildings and homes.b. Oversee and manage all parcels on GIS system for Madison County.C. Abilities1. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.2. Create and maintain spreadsheets utilizing mathematical formulas.3. Establish cooperative and professional working relationships with contractors, taxpayers, realtors, surveyors, attorneys, other county employees and the public.V. Physical Requirements and Work Environment1. Must be able to drive to inspection site, climb stairs and navigate a working construction site.2. Accurately measure all types of buildings.3. Work in inclement weather conditions.4. Good visual, manual and finger dexterity.5. Lift and carry 20+ pounds.Benefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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