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* *Our services impact EVERY Montanan! _MISSION STATEMENT _* * To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency. The Montana Department of Revenue administers almost 40 state taxes, property appraisals, liquor laws, and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Property Assessment Division manages Montana’s property tax laws, including the valuation of all taxable property for property tax purposes. What We Can Offer You The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes: * Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability. The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits. * Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers. * Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources. * Retirement plans- The State currently contributes/9.17/%, vested after 5 years of continuous employment. * Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year. * Sick leave- 12 days a year. * 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time. * Flexible hours. * Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue. _Location is open to successful candidate at any DOR field office_ _DUTIES_ Job Overview: This position resides in theProperty Assessment DivisionofDepartment of Revenue. An Industrial Appraiser performs a variety of duties. Duties include conducting thorough and detailed inspections of property, equipment and returns on complex and difficult properties throughout the state to produce a USPAP compliant property appraisal. The incumbent defines the appraisal assignment, amasses, and analyzes industry specific data as well as site specific data, develops benchmark and valuation models, and arrives at value conclusions using the three approaches to value while following statutes, administrative rules, accepted accounting and appraisal principals and procedures. Industrial Appraisers apply advanced subject knowledge, exercise significant independent judgement and initiative in completing appraisals while meeting the required deadlines. Industrial Appraisers defend their appraisals against tax attorney’s from across the country, attend legal proceedings and depositions for themselves as well as the appellants’ witnesses and appraisers to provide industry specific and appraisal expertise to the department’s legal services staff assigned to the case. Throughout the appeal process, the Industrial Appraiser will request data from legal and legal will be providing them data to review, including income and sales information as well as fee appraisals acquired through the appeal process. This data is to be reviewed timely and held confidential. Industrial Appraisers coordinate and provide a range of specialized services, including the training and assisting of Commercial Appraisers and Lead Property Valuation Specialists throughout the state as well as providing expert appraisal assistance to assist them with the valuation of all property at unique facilities. Industrial Appraisers also support the Business Analysts in the maintenance of ongoing program operations. Additional activities include providing professional communication to inquiries from attorney’s, CPA’s, controllers, economic development groups, TIFD’s, and presenting information to members of local taxing jurisdictions including city and county commissioners. This position does not supervise other staff. / / /Knowledge of:/ * Appraisal and assessment methods, procedures, and standards * Property classification * Mathematical and statistical principles * Land records analysis * Fiscal and accounting systems, standards, and procedures * Business administration and valuation * Business and industry operations * Applicable state and federal statutes, administrative rules, policies, and procedures. / / /Skills in:/ * Research and analysis// * Accuracy and attention to detail// * Conflict resolution// * Microsoft programs and other data base applications// * Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication// / / You would be a great fit for this position if you have: * Demonstrate self-motivation// * Follow instructions// * Provide timely, customer service// * Handling multiple priorities under deadlines// To be considered for any Department of Revenue position, applicants must complete and submit their application online and upload any required documents. DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources. (dorhr@mt.gov or 406-444-9858) (All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.) _Working Conditions_ * Work hours may exceed 40 hours from time to time, including weekends. * Office environment. * Lifting is infrequent, less than 15 pounds. * Some travel may be required, must have a valid driver’s license. _REMOTE/TELEWORK:_This position may be eligible to work from an approved worksite within the state of Montana. This position would be required to report to a Department of Revenue office assigned by the supervisor. Employees must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisor's approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program. __ _Training Assignment:_ This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. _HOW TO APPLY_ To be considered for this position, via the “Apply Online” button located on this posting. Be sure to mark your resume “relevant” in the attached application materials.Applications without resumes, letters of interest and completed state application will not be considered. Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s).__ _EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE_ The above competencies are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to: · Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, economics, public administration, engineering, real estate, construction technology, or a related field; and · Three years of job-related experience* · Preferred work experience includes property appraisal, business valuation, property assessment, construction, financial services, auditing, or related field.* · The successful applicant is statutorily required to obtain Montana certification in industrial property appraisal at the earliest possible point based on the availability of funding and appropriate training opportunities.* · Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis. * Title: Industrial Appraiser Location: Helena Requisition ID: 25140733

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