Assessment Technician

Department Information

The Department of Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA), supports capable, accountable and self-directed community governments providing a safe, sustainable and healthy environment for community residents.

The Assessment Technician works in a team environment and handles the administrative functions required for the assessment of approximately 13,000 properties in the NWT. The Assessment Technician maintains assessment files (both physical and computerized) and information reports with respect to the production of accurate assessment rolls on behalf of the Department. This information is communicated to all parties involved including other members of MACA's assessment team, other government departments, local community governments and the general public.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team in wide range of duties;
• Familiar with the legal land documentation and terminology;
• Ability to apply knowledge of the Property Assessment and Taxation Act and pursuant Regulations to the technical and regulatory requirements of this Act;

The above qualifications are typically attained by:

The knowledge, skills and abilities described above are typically acquired through the completion of a grade 12 diploma or equivalent, plus combination of typing/keyboarding courses and general office procedures; or the equivalent in experience in similar positions.

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel  Extension 14106
Fax

Note:

If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal records check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening  # 28261

Closing Date:
September 17, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

The salary for this position starts at $39.26 per hour (approximately $76,557 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.