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Data Collector Assessor s Office Job opening - San Miguel County state Colorado ( Job openings )
San Miguel County , state Colorado
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2024-02-28T00:00 - 2024-03-29T00:00 | 5 | 0
Data collector
Department: Assessor
Job Title: Data Collector
Job Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt, 40 hours per week
Compensation: Grade 25, Steps 3-6 ($26.89-$28.96 per hour)
Location: Miramonte Building (Telluride, CO)
POSITION SUMMARY
The full-time, non-exempt Data Collector is responsible for gathering, collecting, and analyzing data relating to residential, commercial, agricultural, and oil and gas properties, as well as vacant land. The Data Collector is also responsible for assisting with property valuations for assessment purposes, including, but not limited to, the classification of property, field inspections, valuation of agricultural land and improvements, and valuation of personal property. This position provides the employee with the opportunity and training required to acquire a Colorado Ad Valorem Appraisers License.
The position will report directly to the County Assessor and Appraisal Supervisor and will be compensated at Grade 25, Steps 3-6 ($26.89 - $28.96 per hour). As a full-time position, the Data Collector is eligible for all County-sponsored insurance and benefit plans as summarized in the
SMC 2024 Summary of Benefits
, subject to applicable waiting periods.
The position will be primarily based out of the County’s headquarters located in the Miramonte Building in Telluride, and will frequently travel throughout San Miguel County for field visits and site inspections.
Supervision Received:
Receives direct supervision from the County Assessor and Appraisal Supervisor
Supervision Exercised:
This position possesses no supervisory responsibilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. San Miguel County retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of the job at any time.
Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assists in the performance of various routine field audits of construction and sales verification to gather data for assessment purposes.
Verifies and updates property characteristics, processes computer-generated appraisal forms, and inputs collected data into a Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system.
Conducts visual inspections of building sites to ascertain and verify stages of completion or development; notes quality and type of materials utilized; ascertains the use of land.
Performs field inspections on property to obtain and verify information for appraisal records.
Checks maps, legal descriptions, and building permits in the CAMA system; and performs periodic updates to reflect additions, completions, and/or site use and changes.
Performs various appraisal functions, including reviewing Assessor records for completeness and accuracy; posting appraisal information, compiling property information and tabulating data, and performing mathematical computations to verify accuracy and completeness.
Performs mathematical computations including computing simple fees and taxes, and/or determining square footage, calculating percentages, fractions, or decimals utilizing standard formulas and readily available data.
Updates and maintains assessment data within the CAMA System; gleans data from confidential forms filled out by property purchasers.
Follows oral and written instructions.
Travels throughout Colorado for training and classes on occasion. Frequently travels throughout San Miguel County for field visits and site inspections.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Basic geometry, mathematics and measurements skills, including fractions, percentages and square footage.
Knowledge of data entry and retrieval operations for computer systems.
Knowledge of office methods/procedures, spelling, punctuation, and grammar as well as coordinate geometry.
Ability to make decisions in accordance with rules, regulations, laws, and procedures.
Knowledge of building techniques, workmanship and materials. Knowledge of construction materials, and interpretation of architectural drawings.
Deals courteously, professionally, and diplomatically with the public.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to work with peers, supervisors, and the public.
Proficient in Word and Excel.
Must be organized and possess the ability to manage multiple tasks and reprioritize workflow and assignments as work situations and needs change.
Possesses a high level of attention to detail.
Must be honest, truthful, positive and trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity.
Must be a team player, fostering and cultivating positive, effective, and trustworthy professional relationships with all County employees, department heads, elected officials, and the general public.
Ability to deliver effective results in a fast-paced environment while adhering to scheduled deadlines.
Ability to maintain complete confidentiality.
Ability to speak more than one language, including Spanish, is preferred but not required.
DESIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
A high-school diploma or equivalent is required.
Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in business administration, general business, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field is preferred.
Two (2) or more years of experience in the construction, appraisal, or a related field is preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of the position.
Experience working within the public sector, especially local government, and within a County Assessor’s office is strongly preferred.
REQUIRED LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
As part of your duties as a county employee, you may be called upon to perform duties outside your day-to-day activities in order to support county emergency operations. All county employees are required to complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) training within the first 6 months of employment.
Must be able to satisfactorily pass a comprehensive, pre-employment criminal background and motor vehicle check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of consecutive time at a desk workstation while viewing multiple computer monitors; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands or arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Must be able to respond to the customers’ needs and perform tasks requiring extensive hand and eye coordination. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices and objects. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Physical ability and mobility to drive a motor vehicle to and from meetings and traverse uneven and rugged terrain as required. Ability to work extended shifts and attend training and meetings outside of regularly scheduled hours and the ability to work in stressful situations.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires work to be performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. Work will be performed in both an office and field setting, including at field sites throughout San Miguel County that may periodically have unpredictable requirements or demands and require navigating uneven terrain. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Ability to tolerate and be productive in a quiet to moderate noise level in the workplace. Work environments may include at times working and operating a vehicle in severe weather conditions, especially during the winter season.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. All applications must be submitted online. Select the Apply Online link, (creating an account is recommended) answer all application questions in steps 1-7. Candidates are required to attach a resume and cover letter (in step one). Please ensure all requested items are submitted and complete for consideration. Upon receiving your completed application, you will receive an email from noreply@civicplus confirming your application has been received.
San Miguel County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
San Miguel County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.
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