Residential Data Collector

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Residential Data Collector

Salary

$40,206.40 - $77,979.20 Annually

Location

50010, IA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

24-RDC-01

Department

City Assessor

Opening Date

07/03/2024

Closing Date

7/19/2024 12:00 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

MERIT

Residency Requirement?

No

• Description

• Benefits

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Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.

General Information

Under the general supervision of the City Assessor, collect data on residential properties. Other duties as assigned.

In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must submit their online application by the deadline listed on this posting. Your application includes complete and accurate responses to the supplemental questions. Please keep in mind that submission of a resume in lieu of work history on your application or answering the supplemental questions is not sufficient.

The City of Ames has a compensation philosophy that the starting pay for our merit salary ranges establishes the salary for employees who meet minimum requirements of a position. The median of any merit salary range is for an employee who can reasonably meet all expectations of the position responsibilities without initial extensive training. In order for employees to have an opportunity to grow within their position, we may consider a candidate's education, experience, and skills above the minimum requirements when looking at a salary closer to or slightly above the median.

Examples of Essential Job Functions

• Performs onsite inspection of existing structures;

• Document and/or verifies information regarding physical characteristics of improved and/or unimproved residential properties including square footage, quality of property, improvements to utility systems, etc;

• Meets with property owners to review and/or correct property characteristics, collect and document evidence

• Analyzes inspection data and makes appropriate changes to existing records and assessments;

• Reads and interprets blueprints and plats;

• Answers information requests from property owners regarding the general assessment process;

• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;

• Performs related work as required.

  Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; committing to diversity, equity and inclusion; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respecting one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. 1-3 years of experience in the assessor's office or similar field is preferred.

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver's license is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word; or equivalent software programs.

Skill in accuracy and detail when completing various paperwork and data entry. Skill in following statutory laws, policies, and office procedures when addressing the public. Skill in learning new concepts within the principles and practices of real estate appraisal, laws and ordinances pertaining to the assessment of real estate.

Ability to drive a motorized vehicle to various locations to measure and list property as assigned by the assessor. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals or correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardizations exist. Ability to work as a team with other co-workers to address the needs of the staff and public. Ability to develop and use empathetic listening skills, communicate with clarity and maintain an attitude that conveys respect, honesty and resourcefulness.

Supplemental Information

General Physical Characteristics : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.

Vision Requirements : Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust to focus.

Environmental Conditions : The noise level in the work environment is usually low but at times may be moderate. Due to the nature of the office function, there may be times when the employee will be under stress from external sources. Occasionally it may be necessary to work beyond a traditional workday including weekends. Some work may be performed outdoors in hot and/or cold conditions.

EQUIPMENT:

Computer hardware such as keyboard, monitor, printer, etc. Computer software such as Vanguard, word processing, spreadsheet, internet, database, etc. Reference materials. General office equipment such as writing utensils, files and file cabinets, telephone, copy machine, etc.

The selection process consists of an evaluation of education and experience; phone interview; hiring assessment; on-site interview, which will include a manager meeting and written exercise; and completion of reference checks and a criminal background check, which includes a sex offender registry check. All candidates will be notified by email of their application status.

E-Verify Process:

The City of Ames participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered a position with the City of Ames must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity on their first day of employment. Please be prepared to provide required documents on your first day of employment. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 515-239-5199 or go to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at: http://www.uscis.gov.

NOTE: Applicants with disabilities may submit requests for ADA testing or interview accommodations to the Human Resources Department prior to the test or interview.

The City of Ames is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at 515-239-5199.