The City of Melvindale, Michigan is seeking an Assessor with a Level 3 MAAO certification. This position will oversee the Assessing Department and associated functions.

The Assessor is responsible for the assessment of property values within the city and the determination of the fair market value of properties, the application of assessment techniques and maintain the property records in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Working and communication with property owners, local government officials and other stakeholders to ensure transparency, fairness and compliance with tax laws.

• Perform Complex Appraisals - Residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration - Maintain working relationships with all city departments, consultants, and other governmental entities.
• Oversees defense of property tax appeals filed with the Michigan Tax Tribunal. Works collaboratively with other jurisdictions on joint appeals.  
• Supervises the annual preparation of the City's ad valorem assessment roll including; but not limited to, Rolls and Reports Preparation - Prepare Assessment Rolls, Ad Valorem, and Special Acts Special Reports - Prepare reports for Brownfield, TIFA, DDA capture, IFT review, MTT responsibilities, exemption canvass, PP canvass, sales (all classes) and PTA analysis, Land Value and ECF analysis and calculations.
• Calculates Economic Condition Factors and land values for industrial and commercial property.
• Directs the proper application of various tax exemptions, including Principal Residence, Disabled Veterans, Poverty and taxable value uncapping exemptions.
• Participates in proper application of exemptions applied for under Michigan Compiled Law statutes pertaining to non-profit charitable organizations, religious organizations, hospitals, elderly or handicapped housing, youth organizations and other organizations/entities expressly exempt by statute.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of various internal/external reports.
• Develops statistics and other research criteria and data for use in public hearings or in media presentations. Drafts articles and press releases concerning taxable values and appears in public or on electronic media as necessary.
• Reviews statutes and pending property assessment legislation and drafts suggested amendments. Testifies before legislative committees.
• Performs related work as required

Salary is Negotiable

To apply for this position, please email: Richard Ortiz