Head Assessor at Allendale, Township of (MI) – Allendale, Michigan

SUMMARY:

The following information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by people assigned to this classification. This is not constructed to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer, direct and participate in appraisal of real/personal properties
  1. Maintain a current record of real property within the township
  2. Prepare records and descriptions to reflect the combination or division of land parcels and make related entries in property records
  3. Monitor real estate transactions, conduct sales studies, and monitor building construction to determine trends in property values; supervise and participate in the appraisal of new or remodeled residential, commercial, and industrial buildings; inspect buildings; evaluate specifications
  4. Supervise and conduct periodic field inspections of property to locate unrecorded changes and reappraise as needed
  5. Supervise and conduct periodic audit and appraisal of personal property of commercial and industrial property owners
  6. Meet with property owners regarding assessment determinations; answer questions, respond to complaints and explain appeal procedures
• Represent the township before local and state assessment review and appeal boards
• Administer and participate in the compilation of township assessment rolls
• Coordinate township assessment activities with the county and state authorities
• Administer and supervise departmental operations and functions
  1. Supervise departmental work and personnel
  2. Prepare and administer the annual budget for the Assessing Department as approved by the Township Board
  3. Research, report and advise the Supervisor and Board on matters relating to property appraisals and assessments
• Meet with the property owners regarding assessment determination, answer questions, respond to complaints and explain appeal procedures
• Prepare records and descriptions to reflect the combination or division of land parcels and make related entries in property records
• Supervise and conduct Board of Review meetings.
• Attend meetings as requested by the Supervisor

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of professional principles and techniques of real and personal property appraisal is necessary, as well as knowledge of laws, regulations and rules governing the assessment of real and personal property in the State of Michigan
• Thorough knowledge of local government finance and property tax administration in Michigan, the Michigan General Property Tax Act as amended and related statutes, the Michigan tax calendar, assessment administration and public relations, equalization, real property descriptions, and vacant land valuation.
• Ability to prepare and present coherent, accurate testimony before the Board of Review, Michigan Tax Tribunal, court of Law or other official commission concerning real and personal property appraisal.
• Considerable knowledge of the use of personal computers and related software.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• This position requires providing advice, conflict resolution, problem solving and communication as a representative of the Township
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with property owners, accountants, third-party tax preparers, community and business representatives, real estate professionals, local assessors, other local government employees and members of the general public from a wide range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Oversee and complete all Residential Re-appraisals and meeting the recommended 20% visits by the State annually
• Oversee and input all PRE, PTA’s, RPRE, and Personal Property forms received by the Township.
• Aid in the completion of the State of Michigan’s Audit of Minimum Assessing Requirements (AMAR) required every 5 years

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise and direct the assessing office and staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position does require indoor and outdoor work in safe temperature ranges. It does require you to work around construction sites and in the office setting so noise volume and environment will vary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess sufficient mobility with or without assistive devices to access all-natural features, structures and/or improvements on developed and undeveloped agricultural, residential, commercial, industrial, and timber cutover parcels being appraised.
• Must have sufficient mobility with or without assistive devices to access all features of structures located on parcels being appraised.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity with or without corrective lenses to visually inspect property being appraised.
• Must be able to descend to and ascend from ground/floor level to take measurements and to inspect soil and geological land features; building foundations and other structural features, and other features of land and structures being appraised.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Must be able to access and move tax rolls, maps and other items weighing up to 25 lbs.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel responsibilities are required. Some responsibilities might require one to drive to classes, area properties, MTT cases or the County building. Mileage will be reimbursed for work related miles.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this job. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all skills required in this job, nor is it intended to limit the authority of the Township Supervisor or any Township manager or supervisor to assign or direct the activities of employees under his or her direction. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new requirements may be assigned, at any time, with or without notice.