MonthlySalary: $3,658-$4,462
Open Until Filled
Review Date: August 30, 2021
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JOB SUMMARY(Full position description is available at the Human Resources Department. Contact info. below) This position maintains the property tax roll including work relating to maps, legal descriptions, and accurate descriptions of complex deeds, contracts and other documents that convey interest in real property.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found in positions of this class.)
Performs title searches to verify property ownership for purpose of segregation and title transfer. Interprets complex legal descriptions and determines the effects of any instrument of title. Performs independent research as required to confirm accuracy of existing records. Corrects property records when evidence supports said corrections. Enters parcel change information into the system; investigates property history, interprets legal descriptions; using the system calculates acreage and square footages and assigns parcel numbers according to specific procedures. Interacts effectively with the staff of the Geographic Information System (GIS) division and assist the public in resolving questions relating to the legal description of real property. Maintains the tax parcel layer of GIS on behalf of the Assessor’s Office. Interprets and applies requirements of statutes and local ordinances as they apply to property conveyance and subdivision. Assists employees and the general public with requests for maps and information about legal parcels and land information. Prepares maps and reports for conversion of data from manually maintained form to digitally maintained form. Digitizes map data for insertion into the GIS database(s). Maintains real property records pertaining to ownership, acreage, value, tax status and legal description according to established procedures. Composes concise legal descriptions sufficient for specific identification of parcels of real property. Processes surveys, boundary line adjustments, boundary line agreements, short plats, large lots, judgements, road right of ways, in-house combinations, and in-house separations. Effectively plan and organize work and complete tasks within prescribed timeframes. Utilizes advanced mathematics and coordinate geometry. Assists with the daily document recordings and parcel name changes.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities, required to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
A High School Diploma or GED.
One year of experience involving real property and one year of land segregation experience directly related to the specific duties.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must attend the Fundamentals of the Assessor’s Office training, IAAO course 101, Interpreting Legal Documents, and Current Use Administration training within 18 months of hire.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants are required to submit a Mason County Application to the Human Resources Department. The completed application may include additional pages of employment history using the application format, and a resume may be attached. The completed application will be used as the primary document to determine if minimum qualifications are met for this recruitment. Misrepresentation, incomplete, or inaccurate entries may be the cause of application rejection, removal from the employment list, or discharge from county service. Applicants will be screened based upon education and experience, and the top candidates will be scheduled for interviews. Selection factors will include demonstrated knowledge and abilities for the particular position. Only those applicants chosen for interviews will be contacted. Please read the reverse side for additional information. This selection process may be subject to change.
Return Applications to: Mason County Human Resources
Mailing Address – 411 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584
Physical Address – 423 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584 humanresources@masoncountywa.gov Phone-(360) 427-9670 X 290 Fax-(360) 427-8439
This information does not constitute an expressed or implied contract or offer of employment. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Application Instructions – Carefully read the posting and note the minimum qualifications and the selection process. Please indicate all relevant education and experience on the application. A County application is always required and is utilized as the primary document to determine if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications. Resumes can be included as a supplement but cannot be used in lieu of completing the application. Applications must be entirely completed, and “see resume” will not be acceptable. Applicants applying for more than one position must complete a separate application for each position. Applications must be signed and dated, and returned to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date. Completed applications should be submitted via regular mail to: Mason County Human Resources, 411 North Fifth Street, Shelton, WA 98584, Dropped off at our Human Resources Building #9 – 423 N 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584, E-mailed: humanresources@masoncountywa.gov or faxed to 360-427-8439. Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than the closing date. Applicants should keep a copy of their completed application and any supplemental pages.
Applicant Qualifications – All candidates must meet minimum requirements. Often, the most competitive applicants will possess qualifications far exceeding the required minimum. If a large number of applications are received, only the most qualified applicants will be involved in the selection process.
Authorization to Work – Successful candidates must present documentation proving authorization to work in the United States (as required by federal law).
Work Environment – Mason County maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits smoking in all County buildings.
“At-will” Positions – Some positions are considered “at-will” or at the pleasure of the employer. Therefore, the County does not need to establish “just cause” or “cause” to terminate the employment relationship. Selection to at-will position does not create or constitute an employment contract or agreement.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity – Mason County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran’s status, disability, or any other bias prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Accommodation – Applicants with a disability requiring accommodation during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 427-9670 Ext. 290.
Health Insurance – Regular full-time employees and their qualifying dependents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Some regular part-time employees may receive the same coverage. Employees may partially contribute premiums depending upon the type of coverage selected.
Paid Leave – Sick leave, holidays, and vacation are provided in accordance with the County policy or union contracts. Vacation accrual rates increase at regular intervals based on length of service with the County.
Retirement Plan – All regular Mason County employees are enrolled in the Washington State Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF). The County and employees contribute jointly to the plans.