Coordinate and review special assessment calculations for Public Works Capital Improvement projects. Collaborate with multiple divisions, departments, and contractors to prepare, review, and levy special assessments related to service charges, unpaid fees, service line repairs and various annual projects.
Maintain, review, and reconcile special assessment payment records for pending and levied special assessments.
Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
* Work with other divisions, departments, and agencies to calculate and/or coordinate special assessments for Public Works activities and prepare assessment rolls to be collected on Hennepin County property taxes.
* Represent the Public Works Department at City Council and other public meetings.
* Research laws, ordinances, and records to answer questions and provide information relating to special assessments.
* Perform investigations into legal descriptions, property ownership and taxes, and make reports and recommendations based on findings.
* Assign and review work to ensure accuracy and completeness.
* Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions: Normal office setting. May require occasional in person or virtual public informational meetings outside normal work hours.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree with course work in Real Estate, Surveying, Drafting, Plan Reading, Accounting and Record Management or equivalent.
Minimum Experiences:
Five years of experience working with real estate data, land plats and legal assessment procedures, record keeping and accounting.
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
* Thorough knowledge of land platting, property tax, and special assessment processes.
* Thorough knowledge of, and the ability to read legal documents such as deeds and legal descriptions of property.
* Thorough knowledge of real estate law including local and state regulations regarding assessments for improvements.
* Considerable knowledge of, and ability to utilize software applications including Microsoft Office, Smartsheet and other office productivity software.
* Excellent record keeping, management and organizational skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to create and maintain project schedules.
* Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems.
* Ability to research, analyze and summarize data.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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