Present Use Valuation Specialist

The Johnston County Tax Department has an immediate opening for a Present Use Valuation Specialist.

*Please document all work history relevant to the position for which you are applying. Determination of qualifying for the position and salary may be based on years of experience listed on the application itself, not in supplemental documents attached. Failure to document complete work history may affect qualification determination and salary. Electronic applications cannot be amended once submitted.

Located in the eastern half of North Carolina and part of the Research Triangle Region, Johnston County is part of the fastest growing region of the state. Johnston County is the fastest growing county in the state with a population of 216,000 residents.

Hiring salary range is commensurate with experience and excellent benefits package available.

Benefits include:

-Health

-Dental

-Vision

-Retirement

-401k

-Paid holidays

-Sick leave/ Vacation leave & more

An employee in this class provides customer service and reviews documents in the areas of tax deferment programs as well as other Johnston County Tax Administration projects in accordance with statutes, policies and procedures. The position requires independent judgment, discretion, and initiative in completing assignments and handling difficult public contact situations requiring considerable tact and knowledge of applicable policies, procedures and programs. Work is characterized by its variety, complexity and confidential nature, requiring organizational and analytical ability. Work is performed under the direction of the Deputy Tax Administrator and is evaluated through conferences, audits, reports, and review of work product.

Responds to taxpayer inquiries concerning tax deferral programs. Explains and assists in the application process. Reviews application to determine use of the property and communicates decision to land owner. Manages renewals of deferment. Audits the statutory number of parcels each year for compliance with rules and regulations. Processes deferred bills for payment. Performs related tasks as assigned.

Ability to read and comprehend content.

Ability to gather, compile and analyze numerical data.

Ability to learn and use various software programs.

Ability to review and maintain confidential information.

Ability to analyze and interpret policies and procedures.

Ability to understand or learn general property valuation and appraisal methods.

Ability to read, compare and interpret property maps, surveys and aerial photographs.

Ability to interpret property record cards.

Ability to operate general office equipment.

Ability to gather and communicate information and instructions regarding property tax law and departmental policies and procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the general public.

Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms.

Ability to tactfully and courteously deal with citizens, employees, and governmental agencies and departments.

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently and constantly to move objects. Must possess the visual acuity to work with data and figures, read extensively, operate a telephone, computer and other office equipment.

Associate degree or graduation from business school or considerable administrative/secretarial experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certification as a Tax Appraiser by the Local Government Tax Division of the North Carolina Department of Revenue within two years. Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.