Data Analyst

Position Summary: Under the direction of the County Assessor, performs specialized analysis of real property sales, valuation, and assessment data to support accurate, equitable, and legally compliant property assessments.

Conducts annual appraisal area, farm use, and ratio studies; researches ownership and property characteristics; maintains and analyzes assessment records; develops valuation recommendations; and assists with field appraisal, mapping, and public inquiries.

Essential Job Functions:

· Plan, conduct, document, and report annual appraisal area studies, including local cost modifier, time adjustment, land, site development cost, benchmark, mobile home depreciation, and other supporting valuation studies.

· Conduct farm use studies; compile income and expense information; support Farm Review Board meeting preparation, documentation, and follow-up.

· Conduct sales ratio studies using Oregon Department of Revenue methodologies; compare verified sale prices with assessed/appraised values, analyze trends, and recommend adjustments to support market-based valuation.

· Collect, validate, enter, reconcile, and analyze sales, ownership, parcel, appraisal, and property transfer data; review deeds, plats, legal descriptions, segregations, combinations, and subdivisions.

· Develop valuation analyses for special assessments, property attributes, residential, farm, commercial, and specialized machinery or equipment as assigned; perform field inspections and appraisals when authorized and qualified.

· Use computer-assisted mass appraisal, spreadsheet, statistical, GIS, and assessment systems to maintain accurate data, create maps, produce reports, and support assessment decisions.

· Research and process real property returns, personal property returns, and value transmittal information; identify changes that may affect property valuation and ensure timely system updates.

· Explain valuation methods and assessment processes to property owners, fee appraisers, other county staff, and the public; prepare records and provide technical support for property tax appeals as assigned.

· Coordinate with other county departments and government agencies; maintain accurate records, protect confidential information, meet statutory deadlines, and follow applicable safety procedures.

· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, subordinates, supervisors, elected officials, community partners, and the public.

· Perform related duties as assigned to meet County operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Education: High School diploma or General Equivalency

· Experience: 2 years’ experience in a county assessment and tax office or related experience.

· License: Must possess a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain

· Oregon State Registered Appraiser Certification.

· Appraiser III level experience

Preferred Qualifications:

· Education: Associate’s degree in business or related field preferred

· Experience: 2-4 years’ experience in a county assessment and tax office

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Knowledge of Oregon property assessment and taxation principles, appraisal theory, valuation approaches, market analysis, depreciation, and applicable Oregon statutes and administrative rules.

· Ability to interpret deeds, ownership records, legal descriptions, plats, maps, zoning and land-use restrictions, easements, and other factors affecting property value.

· Proficiency with spreadsheets, statistical methods, ratios, regression concepts, mathematical calculations, and accurate data quality review.

· Ability to learn and use computer-assisted mass appraisal software, GIS mapping, word processing, and county tax and assessment systems.

· Ability to independently organize complex studies, evaluate evidence, document methodology, exercise sound judgment, and meet deadlines.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including explaining technical appraisal matters clearly and professionally in difficult public interactions.

· Ability to collaborate effectively, maintain confidentiality, follow county policies, and apply laws and procedures consistently.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work occurs in an office and in the field, including travel to rural or remote property locations and exposure to seasonal weather and uneven terrain.
• Duties may involve extended computer use, sitting or standing, walking on uneven ground, operating a vehicle, and occasional lifting or moving items up to approximately 40 pounds.
• Physical demands describe typical tasks and do not exclude applicants who can perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Travel and field duties are performed using appropriate safety practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation

Morrow County is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination or retaliation. Qualified applicants and employees may request reasonable accommodation for disability, pregnancy-related limitations, or other legally protected needs as applicable.

The County will engage in the required interactive process and provide reasonable accommodation unless doing so would impose an undue hardship or another lawful exception applies.

Pay: $32.77 - $36.87 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 6% Match
• AD&D insurance
• Caregiver leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Disability insurance
• Family leave
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Flextime
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Partner benefits
• Prescription drug insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person