Assessment Advisor

Job Information
Job Title: Assessment Advisor
Job Requisition ID: 58079
Ministry: Municipal Affairs
Location: Multiple Locations in Alberta
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Ongoing
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: June 5, 2024
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment (024PSAMA)
Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967.88 - $ 94,068.84 /year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs supports municipalities in providing well-managed, fiscally responsible, and accountable local government to Albertans. This includes administering municipal grant programs; delivering advisory and capacity-building supports; providing municipal services and managing public lands in the province’s three Special Areas; and overseeing the safety codes system in the province. The ministry also fosters stronger, safer communities across the province, and enables local governments to facilitate Alberta’s economic prosperity. To learn more about Municipal Affairs, follow the link to:

Role Responsibilities

The Municipal Assessment and Grants (MAG) Division delivers the Municipal Sustainability Initiative and other grant programs for Alberta municipalities to support infrastructure and regional collaboration, oversees the property assessment system that is applied by Alberta municipalities, and annually calculates each municipality’s share of the provincial education property tax. The division consists of the Grants and Education Property Tax Branch, the Assessment Services Branch(ASB) and the Assessment and Tax Policy Unit. The Provincial Assessor’s office within the ASB is responsible for the property assessment function for designated industrial (DI) property (e.g., linear properties, oil/gas wells equipment, compressor stations, gas plants, heavy oil extraction plants and other major plants) for all municipalities in the province. The assessment function includes the collection of the property inventory, communication with tax payers and municipalities, valuation, and responding to property assessment complaints and appeals. This position is responsible for the preparation of complex designated industrial (DI) property assessment on behalf of the Provincial Assessor for the Province of Alberta. Recent changes to the Municipal Government Act (MGA) have expanded the assessment function of the Assessment Services Branch (ASB) with the creation of a new property class called designated industrial (DI)property under the authority of the provincial assessor (PA). The position is required to handle/interpret DI property data/information in preparation of the assessment and act as the subject matter expert in defending the information to the Land and Property Rights Tribunal (LPRT).The expectation of this position is to act independently and to work as part of an interdisciplinary and knowledgeable team of experts. The areas of expertise include the various disciplines of assessing DI property which includes linear property, machinery and equipment at field sites, and non-residential buildings and structures. This position is responsible for providing expert opinion of the assessment practice and assessment of DI property, as well as the applicable legislation and regulations that are used. This is a senior advisor position that provides training, guidance, mentoring and advice to the advisor positions within the department and branch.

• Assist in the preparation of the designated industrial property notices and the provincial assessment roll.
• Assist in the development of the annual Request for Information (RFI) to obtain necessary information from the property owners or their representatives.
• Communicate and develop a working relationship with all stakeholders which include municipalities, property owners and/or their representative as they all rely on the work of the provincial assessor’s office for property tax purposes.
• Provide assistance in the preparation of complex data analysis for the preparation of designated industrial property assessment as well as inspections of property sites.
• Provide assistance in the defending designated industrial property assessment complaints before the Municipal Government Board (MGB) on behalf of the provincial assessor.
• Assist in reporting impact analyses for implementation of the accepted and proposed definitions as well as the annual updated rates for the Assessment and Property Tax Policy (APTP) Unit.
• Assist in the preparation of education and information seminars on the assessment and taxation of designated industrial property.
• Assist in the preparation of action requests, briefing notes and other documentation as required.
• Exercising judgement when gathering internal and external data and then converting the data into meaningful information and reports in support of designated industrial property assessment.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

• Systems Thinking – Considers the whole system and recognizes the linkages within the planning and reporting processes, and the impacts of each decision on the boarder system. Sets goals within the context of long-term outcomes and broad perspectives. This is particularly important in developing documents such as the strategic and business plans, where knowledge of how our desired outcomes, objectives, actions, challenges and opportunities intersect is important.
• Agility – Proactively seeks out new opportunities for improvements, takes initiative and is resourceful in coordinating the resources needed, adapts to unforeseen circumstances, and displays a positive attitude toward the work and teammates.
• Drive for Results – Actively set goals and work collaboratively to anticipate potential issues. Supports team members to ensure that goals and objectives are collectively achieved. Knows what outcomes are important and maximizes resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organizations, while maintaining accountability.
• Develop Networks – Proactively builds networks, establishes credibility and builds trust with different stakeholders. Seeks to understand the perspectives in collaborating with stakeholders and, utilizes network to articulate and achieve ministry outcomes.

Qualifications

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to University graduation in Commerce and or Cost Accounting plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience in cost analysis and project cost variations, preference to industrial facilities and preparation, delivery and defense of property assessments using the accepted approaches to value property and appropriate mass appraisal techniques. Project management experience is considered an asset. Industrial experience (oil, gas, electric power system/generation, or telecommunications) would also be considered an asset.; or equivalent as described below Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
1 year of experience for 1 year of education Assets
Experience in building and maintaining relationship with stakeholders.
Designation in Accredited Municipal Assessor of Alberta (AMAA); Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI); Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE);
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge in engineering, procurement, and construction contracts.

Notes

This position may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at equal or lower classification and salary.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information. It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, and/or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Tomasz Gruszka at [email protected] .