Equalization Assessing Technician - Oakland County, Michigan Government

Overview & Benefits:

Oakland County is a progressive place to work, where innovation and ambition are rewarded. We understand the many challenges facing today's professionals and families so we offer competitive wages and salaries, and a full benefits package with which you'd be quite impressed!

 

For full-time employees our benefits information can be found here.

Announcement Information:

This position is represented by the UAW union.  

General Summary:

Provides technical assistance and administrative support to the Equalization Division appraisal staff regarding the valuation of property for the development of the Assessment Roll. Provides courteous and effective customer service to the public regarding the assessment and taxation process. Performs calculations and checks appraiser field sheets on commercial and residential parcels before entering the data in the designated assessing software. Utilizing designated assessing software, draws digital sketches from appraiser drafts of a variety of building plots for assessment and taxation purposes. Assists appraisers in setting of assessed values on property due to splits and combinations of parcel descriptions, using assessed values, square footage figures and other departmental procedures. Uses semi-complex math to prorate assessed and taxable values to new parcels. Assists to update information in various computer systems used by the division, arranging and preparing data for input. Makes determinations regarding state-mandated qualifications for exemptions from Property Transfer Affidavits (PTA) and Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) Affidavits. Gathers, categorizes, labels, and prepares files for the annual record retention process. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

At the time of application, all applicants must:

1. Be a high school graduate OR have a certificate of successful completion of the General Education Development (GED) Test.
   
   
2. Have had at least two (2) years of full-time customer service experience assisting the public, and using computer software programs.
   
   NOTE: An Associate's degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for the experience requirement in 2. above.

Special Requirements:

N/A

Pay Range:USD $43,344.00 - USD $58,073.00 /Yr.EEO and Inclusion Statements:

EEO Statement

 

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

 

Inclusion Statement

 

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.