DOLA Property Tax Specialist ; Appraisal Standards

Position: DOLA Property Tax Specialist I (Appraisal Standards)

Who can Apply

This opportunity is only open to residents of the State of Colorado.

About the Colorado Department of Local Affairs

The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) serves as the primary interface between the State and local communities. The Department provides financial support to local communities and professional and technical services (including training and technical assistance) to community leaders in the areas of governance, housing, and property tax administration. While all state governments provide such services through various Departmental structures, Colorado’s approach is unique in that these local community services are gathered into one Department of “Local Affairs,” which has a central focus on strengthening Colorado communities and enhancing livability.

Vision

The Department of Local Affairs is responsible for strengthening Colorado's local communities through: accessible, affordable, and secure housing; implementing property tax law; capacity building; strategic training, research, and technical assistance; and funding to localities.

Mission

Our mission is to help strengthen Colorado’s communities.

Why work for the Colorado Department of Local Affairs?

The work we do matters greatly. It matters to us and it matters to the citizens of the great state of Colorado. We love our communities and are passionate about supporting our communities. We value the diversity that Colorado offers. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference in communities across the State, consider joining the dedicated people of the Department of Local Affairs.

In addition, we offer a great location and great benefits, which include:

• Medical and Dental Plans
• Strong, secure, yet flexible Retirement Plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus pre‑tax and ROTH 401K, and 457 plans
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Life Insurance
• 11 paid Holidays per year plus Vacation and Sick Leave
• Short and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• RTD Eco Pass to all eligible State Employees
• Flexible work schedule options and hybrid work options
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Training opportunities
• Variety of Free discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work‑Life Employment Discount Program

Please see the Benefits Overview video for details on the benefits offered to employees.

Work Location and Travel:

This is a hybrid position that is assigned to the Denver or Grand Junction office, based on home address. The employee will be required to work from the office as needed and travel to provide technical guidance or course instruction, as needed.

This position exists to:

Under the mission of DOLA, The Division of Property Taxation, and under the supervision of higher‑level Property Tax Specialists, the position actively participates in the development of policy manuals, reappraisal programs, technical assistance/consulting, and producing appraisal curricula and training for county assessors and their staffs. Work is reviewed for technical accuracy and adequacy of professional judgment. Work is performed with some independence, but is subject to review by higher‑level Property Tax Specialists for compliance with general instructions and policies, for adequacy, and soundness of conclusions.

This position functions as one of the ad valorem valuation specialists in the Division.

Research and Analysis

• Researches legal and appraisal issues that generally have a broad impact throughout the state. This includes reviewing statutes, court decisions, and appraisal theory.
• The position plans, organizes, and develops the research procedures under the guidance of higher‑level Property Tax Specialists. Upon completion of the research, the position will summarize the facts and findings for presentation to higher‑level Property Tax Specialists and possibly to other interested parties.
• The emphasis for this position will be in areas relating to ad valorem valuation of various property types and appraisal methodologies with emphasis on vacant land present worth, agricultural properties, education, court case management, course instruction, and time…