Property Assessor

About Red Deer:

Red Deer sits at the heart of Central Alberta along the QEII corridor, perfectly positioned between Calgary and Edmonton. With more than 100,000 residents and a regional reach of over 300,000, it’s a growing hub for business, services, and opportunity.

Here, big-city amenities meet small-city ease. Enjoy abundant parks and trails, vibrant arts and culture, excellent recreation and education, and a strong sense of community.

With easy access to lakes, outdoor adventures, and the mountains, plus a thriving economy and high quality of life, Red Deer is an inviting place to live, work, and grow.

The City of Red Deer is a dynamic municipal organization with a $480M operating budget, a $60M capital program, and a workforce of nearly 1,700 employees. It is focused on growing with purpose by attracting talented, community-minded people who want to make a difference.

Guided by the vision “Our City, One Voice,” Red Deer is building a thriving, inclusive, and connected community, with priorities centered on a vibrant economy, community wellbeing, and strong engagement.

At its core, the City values its people, embracing diverse perspectives and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and shared success

The City of Red Deer is currently recruiting a Property Assessor 3 - Revenue & Assessment to fill a permanent full-time position. The Property Assessor 3 provides assessment expertise and analysis in the valuation of residential or non-residential property types. Understanding and experience with system integrations and ability to collect complex data and apply statistical measures and analysis in completion of assessment valuations.

Interpretation and application of relevant provincial legislation, communicating and defending assessment information successfully, and applying assessment knowledge to inform other City functions and projects.

• Valuation & Fieldwork
  - Analyze complex data to support mass appraisal valuation. Gather property information from taxpayers/property managers through mail-outs and discussions. Conduct field inspections and accurately update assessment systems. Understand the full assessment cycle and its organizational impacts. Apply valuation methods (cost, income, sales comparison) to produce defensible assessments. Interpret plans, surveys, and blueprints for valuation purposes.

• Statistical Analysis & Quality Assurance
  - Apply statistical analysis concepts (e.g., multiple regression analysis). Use analysis software such as SPSS, SAS, or NCSS. Understand integrated software and operational systems. Assist in developing valuation models.

• Leadership & Initiative
  - Promote teamwork and positive departmental culture. Support organizational change and continuous improvement. Participate in cross-organization projects.

• Communication & Relationship Building
  - Explain assessments clearly to ratepayers, managers, and agents. Handle confrontational situations professionally. Build long‑term relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Support collaboration on complex issues and topics. Use strong negotiation skills with external stakeholders.

• Citizen Service & Appeals
  - Manage conflict with tact and professionalism. Prepare and present thorough appeal packages and cross‑examinations. Follow legislative protocols in appeal processes.

• Legislative & Legal
  - Interpret and apply complex legislation and regulations. Stay current with case law and Assessment Review Board decisions. Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements.

• Policy & Procedure
  - Consistently apply bylaws, policies, and procedures in operations.

• Special Projects
  - Prepare well‑structured and complex reports. Provide support on projects such as annexation, economic development studies, and systems upgrades.

• Two-year post‑secondary diploma in property assessment or related field
• In process of, or ability to enter process of acquiring a professional designation
  - Accredited Municipal Assessor of Alberta (AMAA), Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI), Canadian Residential…