Assessment Specialist I

Summary

Under general supervision, perform clerical and technical work of routine difficulty in data entry, operation of the computer and/or scheduling of computer operations, and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Communicates with any stakeholder on assessment information and procedures
• Assists in establishing and maintaining documentation of procedures and practices
• Performs statistical analysis and reporting as required
• Assist other departments and staff as required
• Answers phones and performs required follow up
• Organizes all workload and documents in accordance with office policies and procedures
• Meets all required deadlines
• Abilities to assist vendors as needed
• Assist with training of staff members
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with Navajo County staff, the public and other agencies
• Processes and verifies property information
• Preforms data entry on received information
• Provides information, forms, and files
• Assists in the preparation of assessment information
• Direct Public in the research of property and with issues concerning ownership changes.
• Performs Research and Analysis of information when required
• Responds to public questions and requests for information
• Utilizes technology to locate escaped properties
• Performs the input of property details

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of principles, and procedures used in property assessment/appraisal.
• Knowledge of guidelines and statutes affecting property assessment.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of database software and specialized computer software
• Knowledge of various deeds and their functions.
• Skill in operating common office equipment including computers and associated office software.
• Skill in rapidly calculating and verifying mathematical computations.
• Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing.
• Skill in Utilizing software to retrieve data to ensure quality of job responsibilities

Desirable Qualifications

High School diploma or GED; and one-year experience in data entry, computer operations or other relevant clerical support experience; prior experience in a government setting preferred; a valid AZ driver's license.