Deputy Assessor #2

Macon County Supervisor of Assessments
141 S. Main Street, Ste 401, Decatur, IL 62523

April 22, 2023

Job Classification – This is a full time position in the Macon County Supervisor of Assessments office.

Position Title:                 Deputy Assessor #2
Classification:                 Full Time
Reports to:                      Supervisor of Assessments
Salary Range:                 $27,755-$29,640

This position involves executing the department’s various property assessment functions and specifically customer service. This position will be the initial point of contact for all customers that come to the Supervisor of Assessments Office.  Position will go into the field as needed and gather all property record information for the Supervisor of Assessments office. This position is covered by the union contract.

General Responsibilities:

  • Greet all customers and assess their needs
  • Answer main phone line and direct calls
  • Assist and accept all forms submitted
  •  Measure, document, draw and value all types of property in the field
  • Draw and value property in computer system
  • Assess all mobile homes and correspond with the mobile home parks
  • Complete all essential forms and reports associated
  • Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

A Certified Illinois Assessing Officers (CIAO) designation is preferred. This position requires a working knowledge of the real estate market and the Supervisor of Assessments laws, regulations, rules, and the property appeal process as established by state statute. Individual must be willing to attend and complete all necessary training as indicated and required. CIAO designation must be successfully completed within one year of hire date.

Specific work skills must include:

  • Computer skills specifically Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Data collection, filing, and retrieval skills
  • Read legal descriptions and locate property
  • Valid Illinois Driver’s License

Apply in person 8:30am to 4:30pm Mon-Fri at 141 S Main St Ste 401, Decatur or by U.S. Mail.

Applications must be received by the end of business April 30, 2023.

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