Property Assessment Officer(Government)-career opportunity in Canada

Job title:Property Assessment Officer
Employer:Government
AS3 Assessment Officer 3
Job type:Regular/full-time
Manitoba Local Government
Assessment Services, Provincial – Municipal Support Services Division
Swan River MB
Advertisement Number:  27862
Salary(s):   AS3 $47,302.00 – $57,798.00 per year
Deadline:   October 15, 2013
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment.

Do you have a background in real estate, agriculture, land survey systems, geographic information systems, building construction or municipal government and enjoy meeting and interacting with people? 
Are you looking for a position that provides excellent career advancement potential, on-the-job training and financial support for required educational programs?  Manitoba Local Government is looking for a motivated individual to join our Property Assessment Team!  If you’re interested in a challenging job that combines office work, the outdoors and travel within the service region, a career as a Assessment Officer could be for you!

Applicants who do not meet educational and experience-related qualifications may be considered on an under fill/development opportunity basis at commensurate salary and classification level.  To progress to full working level, the successful candidate will be required to complete the Certificate in Real Property Assessment from the University of British Columbia or equivalent education within a specified time frame, as well as on-the-job training and experience.

Qualifications:
Conditions of Employment:
    Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
    Completion of the Certificate on Real Property Assessment from the University of British Columbia or equivalent education
    Full Class 5 driver’s license
    Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
    Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract

Essential Qualifications:
    Experience working independently in  a role involving the assessment of various types of properties  (residential, farm and moderately complex commercial buildings), verifying sales, communicating information to clients and defending assessment outcomes
    Proficient computer skills with demonstrated experience in word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail  and data management (databases)
    Experience providing superior client service
    Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    Strong analytical skills including the demonstrated ability to identify and explain complex assessment issues and formulate appropriate responses
    Excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate effective working relationships with team members, the general public (ratepayers) and management (government and municipal officials) demonstrating the ability to handle sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy while maintaining consistency
    Well-developed written communication skills with the ability to present ideas and information clearly and concisely in written form.
    Well-developed verbal communication skills that enable effective and appropriate communication with a broad range of people at all levels.
    Well-developed organizational skills including the ability to work under pressure within tight time lines and with limited lead time

Desired:
    Participation in the certification process of the Association of Assessing Officers of Manitoba

Duties:
This is an intermediate level position in the field of property assessment (assessed values are the basis of municipal taxation). Employees in this position inspect residential, farm, and commercial property; assemble and analyse data to be used in determining market value assessments; defend assessments at Board of Revision hearings;  and may be called upon to defend assessments at Municipal Board hearings.   Potential for advancement to more senior levels is available to the successful candidate.
Incumbent is expected to travel extensively within the service region and may work irregular hours in all types of weather conditions.

Apply to:
Advertisement # 27862

Civil Service Commission

Human Resource Services

300-305 Broadway

Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J7

Phone:  204-945-2608

Fax:  204-948-2193

Please insert the advertisement number and position title into the subject line of your email.

“Must be legally entitled to work in Canada”

Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resumé if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

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